Certified Pharmacy Technician

Ascension • Nashville, TN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Ascension Saint Thomas West is seeking a Certified Pharmacy Technician for their Pharmacy Services Inpatient department. This full-time, day shift position operates on a 7 on / 7 off schedule. The role involves maintaining automated dispensing systems, preparing sterile and non-sterile compounds, managing pharmacy inventory, serving as a point of contact for inquiries, and partnering with Pharmacists to deliver distributive services.

Requirements

• Registered Pharmacy Tech credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Pharmacy obtained within 3 Months (90 days) of hire date or job transfer date required.
• Certified Pharmacy Tech credentialed from the National Healthcareer Association obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Certified Pharmacy Tech credentialed from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
• Pharmacy students actively enrolled in a school of pharmacy are not required to have certification/registration.

Nice To Haves

• This is a medication history position.

Responsibilities

• Proactively maintain automated dispensing systems to ensure seamless, secure medication access for clinical units.
• Accurately prepare sterile and non-sterile compounds and repackage medications according to strict CPhT safety standards.
• Manage the pharmacy’s lifeblood by overseeing inventory, receiving supplies, and ensuring all stock meets regulatory storage requirements.
• Serve as a primary point of contact, triaging complex inquiries and providing vital information to patients and healthcare professionals.
• Partner with Pharmacists to deliver high-level distributive services and maintain the technical integrity of the pharmacy department.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

What This Job Offers

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