Pharmacy Tech-Admix 7 on 7 Off

Carilion Medical Center•Roanoke, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This Pharmacy Technician position supports inpatient pharmacy operations within a 718-bed Level 1 Trauma Center, including a NICU and Children’s Hospital. Technicians in this role are essential members of the healthcare team and directly support safe, timely medication therapy for adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients. Responsibilities include preparing sterile and non-sterile compounded medications using proper aseptic technique, performing accurate dose calculations, and following established safety, regulatory, and hospital standards. Technicians in this role handle a high volume of medications and must be able to understand common medication uses, recognize urgent or STAT medication needs, and prioritize workflow appropriately to support patient care. In addition to compounding, technicians are responsible for delivering medications to Omnicell automated dispensing cabinets throughout inpatient units and assisting with medication distribution activities. The role also involves triaging calls, medication requests, and messages, and working collaboratively with pharmacists, nurses, physicians, and respiratory providers to resolve medication-related questions and ensure timely delivery. This position is ideal for a technician who thrives in a fast-paced hospital environment, is comfortable adapting to changing priorities, and demonstrates strong critical-thinking skills. Integrity, accountability, and attention to detail are essential, as this role requires consistent adherence to policies, accurate documentation, and a commitment to patient safety. Pharmacy is about more than dispensing medications and advice. At Carilion Clinic, it is a commitment to excellence in every aspect of your chosen profession. It means treating patients with respect, dignity, kindness and empathy. It means providing friendly, accurate service and quality at every opportunity. It means we’ll count on you to be there for patients who rely on your expertise. Become part of our community-based healthcare network that includes seven hospitals, multi-specialty physician practices, and affiliations with prestigious academic medical institutions. Based in Roanoke, Virginia, we offer tremendous opportunities to contribute to our goal: inspiring optimal health through compassionate care, medical education and research, and neighborhood outreach. And we offer opportunities for extensive training, career advancement, and success. The Certified Pharmacy Technician supports pharmacists in delivering pharmaceutical care and customer service excellence. This role includes prescription processing, inventory management, equipment maintenance, and regulatory compliance across retail and long-term care settings.

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent is required
Previous pharmacy work experience is preferred
Registration with the Virginia Department of Health Professionals required
Pharmacy Technician Certification Board Certification relevant to work area is required within 6 months of hire
Must be able to maintain familiarity with a large number (1000-2000) of medications and focused on attention to detail/accuracy
Must be customer service oriented
Requires knowledge and use of general office equipment and procedures, including computer/keyboard
Must be able to solve simple mathematical and logistical problems in the work environment
Must be able to effectively budget time, work efficiently and accurately, and follow procedures with minimum supervision

Responsibilities

Preparing sterile and non-sterile compounded medications using proper aseptic technique
Performing accurate dose calculations
Following established safety, regulatory, and hospital standards
Understanding common medication uses
Recognizing urgent or STAT medication needs
Prioritizing workflow appropriately to support patient care
Delivering medications to Omnicell automated dispensing cabinets throughout inpatient units
Assisting with medication distribution activities
Triaging calls, medication requests, and messages
Working collaboratively with pharmacists, nurses, physicians, and respiratory providers to resolve medication-related questions and ensure timely delivery
Processes, fills prescriptions, verifies information, and adjudicates insurance claims
Prepares non-sterile compounds and package medications
Maintains equipment and cleanliness of the department
Handles medication charges, operates registers, and manages financial transactions
Maintains records, prepares bank deposits, and ensures regulatory compliance
Orders, receives, and returns medications; manages inventory using PAR levels
Delivers medications and supplies to various locations
Interacts with patients, staff, and vendors