Pharmacy Technician Trainee Program
About The Position
Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center: Located in Nashville, Tennessee, and operating at a global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care, VUMC is a community of individuals who come to work each day with the simple aim of changing the world. It is a place where your expertise will be valued, your knowledge expanded, and your abilities challenged. Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where your uniqueness is sought and celebrated. It is a place where employees know they are part of something that is bigger than themselves, take exceptional pride in their work and never settle for what was good enough yesterday. Vanderbilt’s mission is to advance health and wellness through preeminent programs in patient care, education, and research. Organization: Pharmacy Technician Training Program Job Summary: The Pharmacy Technician Training Program is an innovative 14-week program that blends classroom-based learning with experiential training components. Through a combination of instructional and hands-on learning experiences, participants build the foundational knowledge and skills needed to pursue certification and career advancement as pharmacy technicians. . Uploading an updated and accurate resume is required for your application to be considered for the program Program Highlights Start date is April 20, 2026. The pay while in the 14-week program is $17.19/hour. The Pharmacy Technician Training Program is 14 weeks. Schedule: The first 10 weeks are 32 hours per week, Monday - Thursday. Weeks 11-14 are 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday. Shadowing: Participants will be required to complete paid shadowing experiences. Times will vary based on assigned locations, similar to clinical rotations. Clinical rotations: Clinical rotations occur at various Vanderbilt Health pharmacy sites. The schedule varies based on the rotation site. This is a full-time training program that requires a high level of commitment. Students should not maintain outside employment or be enrolled in another educational program while participating. The program provides the following at no cost: textbooks (hard copy and must be returned at the end of the program), E-books (yours to keep), State Pharmacy Technician registration (you will pay $40.00 upfront for fingerprints, but this will be reimbursed), and one CPhT exam. To participate in the program, you will need to provide: a laptop (required for coursework and exams), gray scrubs (tops and bottoms, any shade of gray and any brand), closed-toe shoes are required for safety (any color), and school supplies such as notebooks and pens. Parking fees may apply.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED (Required)
- Relevant Work Experience Experience Level : Less than 1 year
Responsibilities
- Assists the pharmacist in the preparation, dispensing and/or distribution of medications.
- Applies departmental processes regarding inventory control.
- Performs activities as directed by Pharmacists and/or Pharmacy Managers in accordance with federal, state, and local laws/regulations and hospital policies.
- Delivers outstanding customer service to both internal and external customers.
- Operates computer systems and utilizes technology.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
