Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) - Inpatient - St. Joseph Warren Hospital

Mercy Health BSMH • Warren, OH

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Certified Pharmacy Technician assists pharmacists in processing medication orders and selecting, assembling, and preparing medications for dispensing in inpatient and/or outpatient pharmacy services. Responsibilities may include work across different pharmacy activities and service areas. The technician may practice at the top of the scope permitted by applicable State Board of Pharmacy regulations.

The role supports patients of all ages, from neonates through older adults. Work may involve high-stress periods, fluctuating workloads, high noise levels, bright lights, limited exposure to hazardous substances or body fluids, and frequent interruptions. Universal precautions and personal protective equipment are required, along with adherence to infection-control policies. Other job-related duties may be assigned, subject to reasonable accommodation.

This is a full-time position scheduled for 32 hours per week, with all shifts and rotating weekends and holidays.

Requirements

• ExCPT certification from the National Health Career Association or Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) certification, and registration with the State Board of Pharmacy.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the ages of patients served, from neonates through geriatrics.
• Ability to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and follow infection-control policies.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of an ASHP/ACPE pharmacy technician training program, pharmacy technician training through the Armed Forces or Veterans Affairs, or a state-approved career technical high school program.
• Previous experience in retail, ambulatory, outpatient, hospital, acute-care, or home-infusion pharmacy.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacists in preparing medications for inpatient and/or outpatient service areas.
• Accept new written, faxed, or electronic prescription orders, and accept verbal orders for non-controlled drugs when authorized by state law and the responsible pharmacist.
• Enter information into and retrieve information from electronic health records or prescription-processing computer systems.
• Process accurate medication-order charges and credits for patient billing.
• Prepare and affix labels; stock and retrieve prescription drugs; count and pour drugs into containers before pharmacist dispensing; and perform non-sterile compounding as defined by United States Pharmacopeia guidelines.
• Stock automated drug dispensing cabinets, floor stock, and crash carts; transport medications by vehicle to off-site locations; and operate drug-dispensing technology, including robotics.
• As permitted by applicable law, accept verbal refill authorizations for eligible non-controlled dangerous drugs when there is no change to the original prescription, clarify prescriptions when no professional judgment is required, and send or receive copies of non-controlled prescriptions.
• Check associate technician work before dispensing, as permitted.
• Assist with education and precepting of new pharmacy technicians and pharmacy students, and participate in performance-improvement activities.
• For outpatient services, package and sell prescription drugs to patients or their representatives, assist with insurance claims, and perform diagnostic laboratory testing as defined by state law and guidelines.
• For inpatient or home-infusion services, perform sterile compounding under United States Pharmacopeia guidelines and infection-control procedures.
• Help maintain a clean and safe work environment and follow applicable State Board of Pharmacy rules and regulations.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and a 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; HSA/FSA options; life insurance; mental health resources; and discounts.
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, and backup care for children and elders.
• Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support. Benefits may vary by market and employment status.

What This Job Offers

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