Pharmacy Tech - Night Operations

Carilion Clinic•Roanoke, VA

4d•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.

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.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

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.
Accurately filling and packaging medications in accordance with established safety, regulatory, and hospital standards.
Understanding common medication uses, recognizing urgent or STAT needs, and prioritizing 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.
Conducting monthly inspections of automated dispensing cabinets and medication storage areas to ensure compliance, accuracy, and proper inventory management.
Serving 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.