Pharmacy Tech III-Pharmacy

Kettering Health • Beavercreek, OH

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Pharmacy Tech III supports safe, effective, and timely medication use by performing advanced technical pharmacy functions under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist. The role ensures accurate medication preparation, inventory management, and regulatory compliance to optimize patient care and operational reliability. The employee performs other duties as assigned and carries out all job responsibilities in alignment with Kettering Health's mission, vision, values, and B Safe program.

For inpatient pharmacy positions, competencies include completing the Pharmacy live class “Sterile Compounding and Aseptic Technique Orientation Training,” demonstrating appropriate PPE practices, basic knowledge of IV room cleaning requirements per USP, proper drug dose withdrawal from a vial, and consistent hand hygiene. For retail pharmacy positions, competencies include adding a new patient profile, entering and refilling prescriptions, adding a drug to inventory, and using proper patient identifiers.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least two years of experience as a certified pharmacy technician in a hospital or health system pharmacy setting.
• Current registration as a Certified Pharmacy Technician with the Ohio Board of Pharmacy.
• Active national pharmacy technician certification, such as PTCB or NHA.
• Advanced knowledge of pharmacy operations, medication preparation, and inventory practices.
• Proficiency with pharmacy information systems and electronic health records.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in technical tasks.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Understanding of HIPAA, OSHA, and pharmacy regulatory requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of an accredited pharmacy technician training program.
• Four or more years of relevant pharmacy technician experience, including sterile and non-sterile compounding experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced technical pharmacy functions under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
• Support safe, effective, and timely medication use.
• Prepare medications accurately.
• Manage inventory.
• Support regulatory compliance to optimize patient care and operational reliability.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Carry out responsibilities in alignment with Kettering Health's mission, vision, values, and B Safe program.

What This Job Offers

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