Pharmacy Tech - Night Operations

Carilion Clinic•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 contribute to safe, timely medication therapy for adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients. Responsibilities include central pharmacy operations such as accurately filling and packaging medications in accordance with established safety, regulatory, and hospital standards. Technicians in this role handle a high volume of medications and must understand common medication uses, recognize urgent or STAT needs, and prioritize workflow appropriately to support patient care. Technicians are also responsible for triaging incoming phone calls and inbasket messages, ensuring requests are routed promptly and accurately to the appropriate pharmacy team members. A core function of this position is the delivery of medications to Omnicell automated dispensing cabinets throughout inpatient units, ensuring nurses and clinical staff have timely access to the medications their patients need. Technicians are also responsible for conducting monthly inspections of automated dispensing cabinets and medication storage areas to ensure compliance, accuracy, and proper inventory management. This role requires a strong commitment to customer service, as technicians serve as a vital point of contact for nursing staff — working collaboratively with pharmacists, nurses, physicians, and other providers to resolve medication-related questions and facilitate timely delivery. This position is ideal for a technician who thrives in a fast-paced hospital environment, adapts well to changing priorities, and demonstrates strong critical-thinking skills. Integrity, accountability, and attention to detail are essential, as the role requires consistent adherence to policies, accurate documentation, and an unwavering commitment to patient safety. CERTIFIED PHARMACY TECHNICIAN - HOSPITAL SIGN-ON BONUS for new hires up to $12,500 Career Ladder for growth MUST HAVE OR BE READY TO OBTAIN VA REGISTRY The Certified Pharmacy Technician 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. Duties listed above represent a general scope of responsibilities. Actual tasks may vary depending on the work site (e.g., Retail Pharmacy, Pharmacy Supply, or Carilion Medical Center). We offer a structured pharmacy technician career ladder that recognizes experience and supports long‑term career growth. Tier assignment will be determined at the time of hire based on the candidate’s experience as a pharmacy technician and experience in relevant practice setting.

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
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.

Nice To Haves

Previous pharmacy work experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

accurately filling and packaging medications in accordance with established safety, regulatory, and hospital standards
handle a high volume of medications and must understand common medication uses, recognize urgent or STAT needs, and prioritize workflow appropriately to support patient care
triaging incoming phone calls and inbasket messages, ensuring requests are routed promptly and accurately to the appropriate pharmacy team members
delivery of medications to Omnicell automated dispensing cabinets throughout inpatient units, ensuring nurses and clinical staff have timely access to the medications their patients need
conducting monthly inspections of automated dispensing cabinets and medication storage areas to ensure compliance, accuracy, and proper inventory management
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