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Pharmacy Technician - Iowa Veterans Home

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Pharmacy Technician - Iowa Veterans Home

Salary

$39,228.80 - $57,324.80 Annually

Location

Marshalltown - 50158 - Marshall County, IA

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

26-01275

Agency

671 Iowa Department of Veterans Affairs - Veterans Home

Opening Date

11/14/2025

Closing Date

2/12/2026 11:59 PM Central

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Job Description

Iowa Veterans Home – Marshalltown, Iowa

Make a daily impact in the lives of Iowa’s veterans.

The Iowa Veterans Home is seeking a compassionate, detail-oriented Pharmacy Technician (or an individual currently enrolled in a Pharmacy Technician program) to join our dedicated pharmacy team. If you’re looking for meaningful work, a supportive environment, and the opportunity to grow your career, this is an excellent fit.

What You’ll Do

In this role, you will support safe, accurate, and efficient medication delivery for the veterans and residents we proudly serve. Under the direction of a Pharmacist, you will:

+ Enter medication refills, package medications, and deliver them to residents.

+ Prepare and manage unit-dose medications, including picking, refilling, and configuring/maintaining Automated Dispensing Machines (ADMs).

+ Support daily pharmacy operations by ordering, inventorying, crediting medications, and assisting at the pharmacy window and by phone.

+ Work closely with staff and residents, helping ensure excellent communication, service, and accuracy.

Schedule: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM (Full-time)

What You’ll Bring

+ A passion for serving others—especially Iowa’s veterans.

+ Strong attention to detail and comfort working in a fast-paced environment.

+ State of Iowa Registered Certified Pharmacy Technician (preferred) or currently enrolled in a Pharmacy Technician program (IVH welcomes individuals currently pursuing certification).

What We Offer

As a full-time employee of the Iowa Veterans Home, you’ll enjoy a team-oriented, positive work environment and excellent State of Iowa benefits, including:

Workplace & Development

+ Supportive, mission-driven team

+ Opportunities for professional growth and advancement

+ Lactation rooms throughout campus

+ 24/7 onsite fitness center — just $36 per year

Time Off

+ Generous paid time off (vacation and sick leave)

+ Nine paid holidays each year

Insurance Benefits (2026 Rates)

Medical (Iowa Choice):

+ Single: $64/mo employee share | $836/mo state share

+ Family: $210/mo employee share | $1,896/mo state share ( National Choice option also available )

Dental

+ Single: Free

+ Family: $48/mo

Financial & Retirement Benefits

+ Flexible spending accounts (health, dental, dependent care)

+ $20,000 basic life insurance at no cost

+ IPERS – one of the nation’s top public retirement systems

+ Optional 401(a) employer match — $1 for every $1 you contribute, up to $75/month

Background Checks

All applicants are subject to a criminal background check as well as dependent adult and child abuse registry checks.

The State of Iowa participates in E-Verify, a federal program that helps employers confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Within the required timeframe, new hires will be verified through the E-Verify system to ensure authorization to work in the United States. The State of Iowa also complies with the federal Right to Work laws, which protect employees’ rights to work without being required to join a labor organization. For more information, please visitwww.e-verify.gov.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification:

1) One year of full-time technical work experience assisting a pharmacist with pharmaceutical tasks.

2) A total of one year of education and/or full-time experience (as described in number one), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university coursework in a pharmacy technician training program equals one year of full-time experience.

3) Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes two years of full-time work as a Pharmacy Assistant.

For additional information, please click on thislink to view the job description. (https://das.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/hr/documents/class\_and\_pay/JobClassDescriptions/PharmacyTechnician-02227.pdf)

Additional Qualification Requirements

Within a timeframe determined by the appointing authority at the time of hire, registration as a certified pharmacy technician (CPhT) or pharmacy technician trainee by the Iowa Board of Pharmacy must be obtained and subsequently maintained to continue employment.

Why Choose the State of Iowa?

At the heart of our commitment to excellence is a dedication to our most valuable asset – our employees. Discover the outstanding benefits that set us apart as an employer of choice.

Our Robust Benefits Package Includes:

Competitive Compensation:

Enjoy a competitive salary that reflects directly on your skills and expertise.

Keep in mind, your wage is just one part of your total compensation. Unlock the complete value of your employment with the State of Iowa by using our user-friendlyTotal Compensation Calculator (https://das.iowa.gov/media/3773/download?inline) .Gain insights into your comprehensive annual compensation, including salary and State-provided benefits.

Health and Wellness:

Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Enjoy the peace of mind knowing that the State of Iowa covers 90% of the premiums, providing you and your loved ones with excellent coverage at a remarkably low cost.

Retirement Planning:

We are proud to offer the Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS). A defined benefit plan, IPERS benefits are guaranteed for life, meaning once you retire, you will receive the same monthly benefit for the remainder of your life (once vested). We invest in your long-term financial well-being, so you can retire with peace of mind.Click here to learn more about IPERS (https://ipers.org/members) .

Paid Time Off:

Life is unpredictable, and at the State of Iowa, we understand the importance of work-life balance. Our leave policies, including paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave with unlimited accrual, ensure you have the flexibility you need for personal and family matters.

Professional Development:

Elevate your career with continuous learning opportunities. We support your growth through training programs, workshops, and tuition reimbursement.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP):

We care about your well-being beyond the workplace. Access confidential counseling, resources, and support through our Employee Assistance Program.

Diversity and Inclusion:

Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces all backgrounds and perspectives. We believe diversity is a strength that drives innovation.

Join Us - Elevate Your Career:

Ready to elevate your career with the State of Iowa?Click here (https://iowa.attract.neogov.com/recruitment/p/benefits) to explore more about our unparalleled benefits and discover what makes us unique. Your success is our priority!

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Do you understand that the answers to all of the following questions must be truthful, honest, and accurate to the best of your ability? Please read all questions and answers thoroughly and make sure you understand them completely.Ensure the answers to your questions match the information filled out on your application and the attachments you have uploaded. If the answers to your questions are inconsistent with your application information or uploaded attachments, you will be given zero points for the question.Knowingly misrepresenting the facts when submitting any information related to an application, examination, certification, appeal, or any other facet of the selection process will result in your disqualification from this application and future employment with the state of Iowa.

+ Yes - I understand and agree.

+ No

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PLEASE READ CAREFULLY

Have you filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq?

+ No - I have NOT filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq

+ Yes - I HAVE filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq

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Do you have one year of full-time technical work experience assisting a pharmacist with pharmaceutical tasks?

+ Yes

+ No

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How many months do you have of a combination of full time technical experience assisting a pharmacist with pharmaceutical tasks AND/OR semester hours in a college or university pharmacy technician training program? 30 semester hours equals 12 months of experience.

+ I do not have of the combination of required education and/or experience

+ Less than 12 months of the combination of required education and/or experience

+ 12 months or more of the combination of required education and/or experience

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Are you a current State of Iowa employee (executive branch) IF YES – Do you have two years of full-time work experience in the classification of Pharmacy Assistant for the State of Iowa?

+ Not applicable - I am not a State of Iowa employee

+ Yes

+ No

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Employer

State of Iowa

Agency

671 Iowa Department of Veterans Affairs - Veterans Home

Address

1301 Summit St

Marshalltown, Iowa, 50158

Website

http://ivh.iowa.gov/

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