Certified Pharmacy Technician - Pediatric Inpatient - Evening Shift

Vanderbilt University Medical Center • Nashville, TN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

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. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within Vanderbilt Health, supported by a comprehensive benefits package which may include health, disability, retirement and/or wellness offerings to enhance your well-being and professional growth. Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled.

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.
• Pharmaceutical Computer Literacy (Fundamental Awareness): Has demonstrated a basic understanding of computers or has successfully completed training for applications that are used to support medication use processes.
• Pharmaceutical Drug Preparation, Dispensing & Distribution (Novice): Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency to successfully review, prepare, dispense and distribute prescribed medications. Where applicable, this includes being proficient in the general principles and techniques of asepsis utilized to compound sterile preparations (CSPs) to minimize the risk of contamination.
• Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance & Compliance (Novice): Demonstrates working knowledge of the appropriate rules and regulations as they apply to the department and work areas. Maintains current understanding of rules and regulations and facilitates processes that support the application of various rules and regulations. Demonstrates knowledge of process improvement, quality assurance and/or programs. Understands the principles upon which the rules and regulations are based. Demonstrates a commitment to continuous quality improvement and supports compliance with a federal, state and local regulations as well as organizational policies and procedures.
• Drug Inventory & Records Management (Novice): Possesses fundamental proficiency working with drug inventory and records management. Demonstrates ability to maintain appropriate inventory levels of medications. Able to collect, organize and/or maintain evaluations of pharmacy or patient related information.
• Must complete all required training and maintain competency while in a certified technician role as determined by area leadership
• Certified Pharmacy Technician - National Healthcareer Association - National HealthCareer Association
• Certified Pharmacy Technician - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board
• LIC-Pharmacy Technician - Tennessee
• Relevant Work Experience
• Graduate of an approved discipline specific program

Nice To Haves

• Hospital experience not required.
• Specialized pediatric experience that builds advanced career skills.
• Small-group, hands-on training for sterile compounding in a cleanroom.
• Supportive leadership and team environment.
• Opportunities to grow into roles such as lead tech, automation tech, medication safety tech, or sterile compounding specialist.
• 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

What This Job Offers

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