Pharmacy Technician - Inpatient Pharmacy
About The Position
These roles are responsible for the administration, preparation, dispensing, and management of medications and other health products to ensure safe and effective patient care. Pharmacists and pharmacy technicians work in various settings, including pharmacies, the UVA hospitals, clinics, and research facilities. These roles are responsible for assisting pharmacists in the preparation, dispensing, and management of medications and supporting pharmacy operations. Responsible for tasks such as filling prescriptions, maintaining medication inventory, and processing insurance claims, ensuring that pharmacy operations run smoothly and efficiently under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist. Now is your moment to join UVA Health’s Inpatient Pharmacy—where every dose delivered supports world-class care. About the Department UVA Health’s Inpatient Pharmacy serves an average daily census of 528 patients across the hospital. Our pharmacy technicians are essential to the safe and timely delivery of medications, working under the supervision of licensed pharmacists or independent practitioners. What We Do Pharmacy Technicians in this department: Prepare and label medications for inpatient use Deliver medications directly to nursing units and patient care areas Support clinical workflows and medication safety protocols Collaborate with pharmacists to ensure accuracy and efficiency Note: Sterile compounding is performed in a newly renovated, state-of-the-art IV clean room. Technician roles within the IV Room will be described separately. Why Join Us Be part of a high-impact pharmacy team Play a critical role in patient recovery and hospital operations Grow your skills in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
Requirements
- Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent.
- Experience: No experience required.
- Licensure/Certifications: Registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the Virginia Board of Pharmacy within 2 years of hire required. Must register as a Pharmacy Technician Trainee upon hire with the Virginia Board of Pharmacy. Persons enrolled in a pharmacy technician training program must obtain a pharmacy technician trainee registration if they will be performing the duties of a pharmacy technician.
- Physical Demands – Job requires standing for prolonged periods. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull less than 20lbs.
Nice To Haves
- Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent
- Experience: 6 months minimum relevant experience
- Licensure/Certifications: Commonwealth of Virginia Pharmacy Technician Registration required. CPhT credential through National Healthcareer Association (NHA) or Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) required. For team members hired prior to February 1, 2020, certification as CPhT through NHA or PTCB is required by January 31, 2022.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and label medications for inpatient use
- Deliver medications directly to nursing units and patient care areas
- Support clinical workflows and medication safety protocols
- Collaborate with pharmacists to ensure accuracy and efficiency
Benefits
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings
- Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Certification and education support
- Generous Paid Time Off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
