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DSHS OHBH Pharmacy Technician 1

State of Washington
King, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/21/2026
DSHS OHBH Pharmacy Technician 1

Do you take pride in getting the details right? Are you dependable, organized, and want your work to help people? As a Pharmacy Technician at Olympic Heritage Behavioral Health, you’ll make sure patients receive the medications they need—safely, accurately, and on time.

At Olympic Heritage Behavioral Health, we serve individuals working toward stabilization and future discharge into the community. You’ll be part of a multidisciplinary team that includes pharmacy, psychiatry, nursing, rehabilitation, and more. In this position, you may come in contact with individuals who have behavioral, emotional, psychiatric, social, medical, and/or correctional problems. Together, we deliver person-centered care in a secure environment, using evidence-based practices to help patients manage their symptoms and regain stability. As a Pharmacy Technician, your role is vital to our mission to partner with people to access support, care, and resources.

King County employees receive 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary and are eligible to receive a free ORCA card for transportation use. Opportunities performed on-site at this work location at least three days a week may be eligible for an additional 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary.

Some of what you'll do 
  • Prepare and deliver medications to Pyxis Medstations in multiple units.
  • Communicate with physicians and nursing staff regarding medication issues.
  • Accurately perform pharmaceutical calculations and medication fill quantities.
  • Restock and replenish medications and supplies in the pharmacy unit.
  • Fill discharge and therapeutic leave prescriptions.
  • Maintain medication inventory in the pharmacy units.
  • Document all pharmacy activity according to policy and procedures.
Who Should Apply
Those with a valid Washington state Pharmacy Technician license and at least six months of pharmacy experience.

Additional knowledge, skills and abilities we are looking for:
  • Attention to detail – Precision is essential when preparing medications and reviewing orders.
  • Communication – Clear, respectful communication is key when working with clinical teams.
  • Technical skills – Familiarity with automated dispensing systems like Pyxis helps you work efficiently.
  • Inventory management – You’ll restock and organize supplies in a busy hospital setting.
  • Composure – You’ll work around patients who may be in crisis. Calm, steady behavior is a must as you may work with individuals who may exhibit inappropriate non-compliant and or aggressive behavior.
  • Professionalism – Treating patients and coworkers with dignity and respect is core to our work.
The Department of Social and Health Services’ (DSHS) vision that people find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency’s vision that you bring an equity, anti-racism, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to create greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.

Questions? Please contact saleen.hernandez@dshs.wa.gov or call the main Talent Acquisition line at 360-725-5810 and reference job number 08410.
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.
 
Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protect­ed veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.

Relationship and Reporting Structure (Nepotism) Disclosure: If you are selected for hire, you must disclose whether you have a relative, household member, close friend, or romantic partner within your potential supervisory chain of command. DSHS has a Relationships and the Reporting Structure policy that prohibits nepotism and can be reviewed here. Applicants whose appointment would result in a prohibited reporting relationship are not eligible for appointment to that position. 
 


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