Pharmacy Technician - Ambulatory

Cleveland Clinic • Fort Wayne, IN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare. And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming the patient experience, every day. We all have the power to help, heal and change lives — beginning with our own. That’s the power of the Cleveland Clinic Health System team, and The Power of Every One. Job Details This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus of $2,500 Join Cleveland Clinic and experience world-class healthcare at its best. Cleveland Clinic Lutheran Hospital is a proud Magnet Hospital awarded by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, the highest honor an organization can receive for professional nursing practice. On our team, you will provide stellar patient care, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a meaningful career at one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. The Pharmacy Technician – Ambulatory supports a first-floor outpatient pharmacy processing approximately 300 prescriptions per day in a collaborative, team-oriented environment. Responsibilities include prescription preparation, Pyxis support, narcotic filling and count verification, and assisting with medication delivery to psychiatric floors, patient rooms, and the discharge lounge. Technicians also coordinate prescription pickup with nursing units, escalate issues as needed, and ensure medications are prepared accurately before pharmacist review. This role is part of a supportive department where teamwork and shared accountability are central to daily operations. A caregiver in this position will work Monday through Friday on rotating weekly shifts of 7:45 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. and 8:45 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. There are no on-call or holiday requirements. Weekend coverage is required approximately every 3–4 months at JJ North Pharmacy, with caregivers able to volunteer for preferred shift options, and some shifts may be voluntarily picked up by other team members.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• Can perform algebraic calculations necessary for the preparation of extemporaneous compounds
• Must meet all of the following license and certification combination requirements at the time of application: Must hold an active registration as a Registered Pharmacy Technician through the Ohio Board of Pharmacy (OBOP). Please note: A status as a Pharmacy Technician Trainee with OBOP does not qualify for this role. However, please visit the apprenticeship program to express interest: https://talentcommunity.clevelandclinic.org/campaign/apprentiship-programs/ )
• It is required, within 18 months from the date of hire: Must obtain a national certification as a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certification through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or the National Healthcare Association (NHA) AND Registration as a Certified Pharmacy Technician with the Ohio Board of Pharmacy

Nice To Haves

• Six months of hospital experience
• Prior outpatient experience

Responsibilities

• Provide distributive pharmacy services, assistance and support for the pharmacist in an ambulatory/outpatient setting.
• Prepare prescription orders for dispensing to patients.
• Maintain inventory for the outpatient pharmacy.
• Assist with extemporaneous compounding of prescriptions and bulk compounding of prescriptions and over the counter items.
• Operate the point-of-sale cash register system.
• Monitor and act on reorder points, restock prescription and non-prescription area and remove expiring products.
• Provide multi-pharmacy support in assigned areas as needed.

What This Job Offers

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