Travel Pharmacy Tech - $38 to $42 per hour in Waimea, HI

Pharmacy Tech
Location: Waimea, HI
Agency: United Health Care Staffing
Pay: $38 to $42 per hour
Shift Information: Days - 5 days x 8 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 4/27/2026

About the Position

AlliedTravelCareers is working with United Health Care Staffing to find a qualified Pharmacy Tech in Waimea, Hawaii, 96796!

Location: Waimea, HI

Start Date: 04-10-2026

End Date: 07-10-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Variable days (may include any day Mon-Sun, including weekends and holidays), 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Day shift); full-time 40 hours/week (schedule will be assigned/rotated across the 7-day coverage)

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $42 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Assist the pharmacist by preparing and filling physician orders, ensuring correct medications and labeling before pharmacist verification
• Prepare sterile products including IVs, IVPBs, syringes and TPNs using strict sterile technique and SOPs
• Maintain and stock automated dispensing machines and pharmacy shelves, including daily narcotic pulls and expiration checks
• Pre-pack unit-dose medications and perform accurate medication dispensing and labeling
• Deliver completed drug orders to patient care areas and support floor staff with medication needs
• Maintain clean, safe pharmacy environments and follow all infection control and PPE procedures
• Maintain temperature logs, manage IV inventory and accept/verify incoming medication shipments in compliance with DSCSA
• Perform telephone triage for pharmacy calls and escalate to pharmacists per departmental guidelines
• Support emergency readiness by maintaining crash cart trays and emergency medication boxes
• Assist with pharmacy special projects and perform competency assessments as required

Qualifications

• Valid certificate of registration as a Registered Pharmacy Technician issued by the Board of Pharmacy, State of Hawaii (required)
• Minimum two (2) years of pharmacy experience in a pharmacy setting (community, hospital, or other medical institutions)
• Hands-on experience with sterile compounding, IV preparation, TPN preparation, and unit-dose packaging
• Familiarity with automated dispensing systems (e.g., Pyxis) and experience supporting Pyxis troubleshooting
• Knowledge of narcotic handling procedures, DSCSA requirements, and medication inventory control
• Able to work assigned shifts including weekends, holidays, and rotating schedules as needed
• Commitment to confidentiality, safety, and adherence to pharmacy SOPs

Education

• Registered Pharmacy Technician certificate/registration from the Board of Pharmacy, State of Hawaii (required)

Knowledge & Skills

• Sterile compounding and aseptic technique
• IV preparation, IVPB, syringes and TPN formulation
• Unit-dose packaging, medication labeling and dispensing accuracy
• Inventory management and automated dispensing systems (Pyxis)
• Narcotic control and expiry management
• Temperature log maintenance for refrigerators and storage areas
• Telephone triage and clear communication with clinical teams
• Basic pharmacy software troubleshooting and ability to assist nursing staff

Benefits

• Travel-friendly housing assistance and local lodging support to make your move easier
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement so your Hawaii registration stays current
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage options to keep you healthy and smiling
• Paid Time Off to recharge — because even heroes need a break
• Travel reimbursement to offset assignment-related costs
• Supportive team environment where your contributions are valued
• Opportunities for professional development and special project involvement
• Referral bonus program and recognition for great work

Travel Perks: Explore Waimea, HI

Welcome to Waimea — a lovely base for island adventures! When you’re off duty you can explore Waimea Canyon (often called the 'Grand Canyon of the Pacific'), hike Kōkeʻe State Park trails, and enjoy scenic lookouts. Spend weekends snorkeling or surfing at nearby beaches, visit local farmers’ markets for fresh island produce and coffee, and take scenic drives to see waterfalls and coastal viewpoints. If you’re up for a day trip, the Napali Coast and historic towns are beautiful ways to unplug between shifts.

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About United Health Care Staffing

"Better Pay" and "Zero Headaches" and Ready to love your scrubs again?

At United Health Care Staffing, we don’t just fill shifts; we fulfill bucket lists. Since 2004, we’ve been the ultimate career wingman for nurses, therapists, and allied health pros who crave better pay, real flexibility, and zero administrative headaches.

We believe you are a human, not just a headcount. Whether you are chasing travel adventures across the U.S. or seeking the perfect local placement, we handle the gritty logistics so you can focus on saving lives (and actually enjoying your days off).

Join the team where "Heart meets Tech"—and get the VIP career treatment you deserve.

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