Certified Pharmacy Technician - Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Lebanon, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) in Nashville, Tennessee, is a leading institution dedicated to advancing health and wellness through patient care, education, and research. Vanderbilt Health is committed to an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and where uniqueness is celebrated. This role is part of the Pharmacy Services team and focuses on preparing and delivering medications, restocking automated dispensing cabinets, and supporting pharmacists. The position is a night shift role, operating on a 7 on/7 off schedule. Weekday hours are 8:00 PM - 7:00 AM, and weekend hours are 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM, with holiday rotation. A key requirement is certification as a Pharmacy Technician through PTCB or NHA. Experience in hospital or infusion center pharmacy is highly preferred. The role involves tasks such as pre-packaging medications, mixing pharmaceutical preparations, preparing IV admixtures using aseptic technique, assisting pharmacists, managing inventory, maintaining records, and potentially training new technicians.

Requirements

Must be a Certified Pharmacy Technician through either PTCB or NHA.
Pharmaceutical Computer Literacy (Novice): Has demonstrated a proficient understanding of computers or has successfully completed training for applications that are used to support medication use processes. Is capable of using the fundamental features of pharmaceutical computer applications to support patient care issues of moderate difficulty.
Pharmaceutical Drug Preparation, Dispensing & Distribution (Intermediate): Demonstrates proficiency of drug preparation, dispensing and distribution in practical applications of a difficult nature. Possesses sufficient knowledge, training, and experience to review, prepare and assist the pharmacist in dispensing prescribed medications. This includes checking the accuracy and appropriateness of all medications dispensed along with maintaining the sterility of parenteral medications where applicable. Able to train and educate by setting the example, giving instruction, providing leadership, and generally raising the level of performance of others while on the job.
Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance & Compliance (Intermediate): Possesses knowledge of the appropriate rules and regulations and applies them in difficult, stressful and complex situations. Demonstrates advanced knowledge of process improvement, quality assurance and/or programs. Demonstrates a commitment to continuous quality improvement and maintains compliance with a federal, state and local regulations as well as organizational policies and procedures.
Training & Development (Fundamental Awareness): Has demonstrated an understanding of the basic characteristics and needs of effective delivery: use of visual aids, demeanor, oral skills and program support requirements. Has had training in course delivery. Observed instructors in course preparation and delivery.
Drug Inventory & Records Management (Intermediate): Demonstrates proficiency in working with drug inventory and records management. Demonstrates ability to maintain and project appropriate inventory levels of medications. Able to collect, organize, and maintain appropriate pharmacy and patient related information. Able to successfully demonstrate inventory management skills of moderate difficulty. Has expertise in inventory rotation. cycle counting and lot number tracking. Effectively works with electronic databases/catalog.
LIC-Pharmacy Technician - Tennessee
Relevant Work Experience
1 year
Graduate of an approved discipline specific program

Nice To Haves

Hospital pharmacy or infusion center pharmacy experience is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Pre-packages medication into unit dose containers, following appropriate guidelines and labeling procedures.
Mixes pharmaceutical preparations.
Prepares IV admixture formulations using aseptic technique.
Assists Pharmacists to prepare and dispense medication.
Receives and stores incoming supplies and checks inventories for outdated supplies.
Maintains and processes records of medication and equipment dispensed to hospital patients and enters data in computer.
Trains and supervises new technicians in all phases of pharmacy operations.