Laboratory Assistant – Pharmacy Technician (Substitute)

Pima Medical Institute Current Openings • Colorado Springs, CO

18d • Onsite

About The Position

Pima Medical Institute is seeking a detail-oriented Laboratory Assistant – Pharmacy Technician to support its Colorado Springs campus on an as-needed, substitute/PRN basis. The role provides academic support by collaborating with faculty, coordinating hands-on pharmacy laboratory scenarios, helping students develop practical skills, and maintaining laboratory equipment and supplies when regular staff are absent. The position offers the opportunity to share practical pharmacy experience and support student learning without a full-time schedule commitment.

The position is 100% on-site at the Colorado Springs campus and is non-exempt. Compensation is $20.80–$24.96 per hour, with variable shift coverage as needed.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited Pharmacy Technician program recognized by USDE or CHEA, or a recognized hospital-based or international program; alternatively, at least four years of job-related training and experience for non-graduates.
• At least three years of practical occupational experience in a retail, hospital, or specialty pharmacy setting.
• Active Pharmacy Technician license or CPhT certification as required by applicable local, state, or federal laws to practice in Colorado.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access) and general computer applications.

Responsibilities

• Assist faculty in coordinating and conducting pharmacy lab scenarios, demonstrations, and practical skill exercises as needed.
• Guide students during laboratory sessions, support hands-on practice, reinforce didactic concepts, and assist with academic performance improvement.
• Communicate student progress and learning needs to didactic instructors, the Clinical Director, and the Program Director during coverage shifts.
• Assist with grading homework, quizzes, and practical assessments using established keys.
• Ensure lab check-off sheets are complete, signed, and maintained confidentially in accordance with institutional policy.
• Maintain familiarity with pharmacy clinical equipment and laboratory operations.
• Monitor supply levels and prepare ordering requests for the Faculty Coordinator or Office Assistant.
• Assist faculty with course material preparation and laboratory workstation setup.
• Maintain a clean, compliant, and safe laboratory environment.

What This Job Offers

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