Certified Pharmacy Technician - Pediatric Inpatient

Vanderbilt University Medical Center • Nashville, TN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center: Located in Nashville, Tennessee, and operating at a global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care, VUMC is a community of individuals who come to work each day with the simple aim of changing the world. It is a place where your expertise will be valued, your knowledge expanded, and your abilities challenged. Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where your uniqueness is sought and celebrated. It is a place where employees know they are part of something that is bigger than themselves, take exceptional pride in their work and never settle for what was good enough yesterday. Vanderbilt’s mission is to advance health and wellness through preeminent programs in patient care, education, and research.
Organization: MCC Rx Services
Job Summary: . Make a Difference Every Shift! Join the pharmacy team at Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt, one of the nation’s leading pediatric hospitals. As a Certified Pharmacy Technician, you’ll play a key role in supporting safe, accurate medication delivery for our pediatric patients — with full training, growth opportunities, and a supportive team that wants you to succeed.

Requirements

• Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) through PTCB or NHA is required in order to be considered.
• TN Pharmacy Technician License.
• Less than 1 year of experience.
• Graduate of an approved discipline specific program

Nice To Haves

• Hospital experience not required.
• This position is a great fit if you: Enjoy a fast-paced but supportive hospital environment.
• Want to expand your sterile compounding or inpatient pharmacy skills.
• Are comfortable working evening hours with a consistent schedule.
• Care about delivering compassionate service to patients, families, and clinical teams.

Responsibilities

• Preparing, dispensing, and delivering medications to inpatient units.
• Stocking and managing automated dispensing cabinets.
• Compounding sterile and non‑sterile products (training provided).
• Assisting with STAT and batch medication preparation.
• Managing medication inventory and supplies.
• Providing excellent customer service to care teams.
• Use pharmacy computer systems and technology for safe medication distribution.
• Assists the pharmacist in the preparation, dispensing and/or distribution of medications.
• Applies departmental processes regarding inventory control.
• Performs activities as directed by Pharmacists and/or Pharmacy Managers in accordance with federal, state and local laws/regulations and hospital policies.
• Delivers outstanding customer service to both internal and external customers.
• Operates computer systems and utilizes technology.

Benefits

• Shift differential pay — evening shifts are eligible for shift differential.
• Full training provided including non-sterile and sterile compounding and cleanroom competency.
• Excellent benefits and opportunities for advancement.
• health, disability, retirement and/or wellness offerings to enhance your well-being and professional growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree