PRN Automation Pharmacy Technician 2 (PakPlus) - On Call

Omnicell • Baltimore, MD

27d • Onsite

About The Position

Support safe, efficient medication operations by operating and optimizing Omnicell pharmacy automation systems in a hospital or health‑system environment.
Serve as a hands‑on resource for daily automation workflows, inventory accuracy, equipment readiness, and frontline issue resolution in partnership with the Pharmacy Services Manager and customer pharmacy leaders.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Active State Board of Pharmacy registration/licensure for Maryland (MD)
• Active National Pharmacy Technician Certification: PTCB/CPhT/EXCPT
• Strong organization in a fast‑paced clinical setting; excellent customer service, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Comfort working with mechanical devices and computer hardware; proficiency with Microsoft Windows, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Self‑starter who can follow detailed plans and work independently; effective interpersonal skills with all levels of customer and Omnicell personnel.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to ~35 lbs.
• 8–10‑hour shifts; coverage may occasionally fall outside traditional business hours based on site needs.
• Potential exposure to hazardous drugs; adherence to safety protocols required.
• Ability to travel for training as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of an accredited pharmacy technician training program.
• ~2 years’ experience with hospital pharmacy automation.
• Basic device troubleshooting skills; familiarity with IV compounding workflows.

Responsibilities

• Execute daily automation tasks (issue/return/waste documentation, restocks, bin management) with high accuracy and adherence to SOPs.
• Prepare, clean, and maintain automation equipment; perform routine optimization activities to sustain uptime and throughput.
• Monitor inventory levels; identify and initiate medication and consumable replenishment to keep systems at optimal par levels.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting of automation devices; escalate unresolved issues to the Technical Assistance Center (TAC) and document actions taken.
• Follow Safe Handling of Hazardous Drugs procedures when applicable; maintain compliance with site policies and Omnicell standards.
• Communicate proactively with the Pharmacy Services Manager and customer stakeholders to surface risks, propose solutions, and close the loop on actions.
• Act as a resource/SME to team members—providing on‑site or remote assistance and training to ensure optimal workflow and consistent best practices.

Benefits

• Earn extra income with flexible, on‑call shifts that fit around school, family, or another job.
• Get your foot in the door—PRN experience can lead to full‑time conversion or open paths into roles across Pharmacy Services, Professional Services, Consulting, Marketing, and Management.
• Access additional trainings on state‑of‑the‑art pharmacy automation robots/machines, building hands‑on skills with Omnicell systems.
• Keep your pharmacy technician skills finetuned and relevant, practicing in real clinical settings and staying current on automation best practices.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED