PRN Pharmacy Technician, Weekends

Cardinal Health•San Antonio, TX

23h•Onsite

About The Position

The Technician II, Health Systems Pharmacy assists the Pharmacist with daily pharmacy operations, including preparing and filling prescriptions, taking inventory, and processing product returns. The technician ensures that orders are reviewed by a registered pharmacist and records activity in compliance with regulatory requirements and company guidelines. The role frequently communicates with customers to support timely and accurate order fulfillment. Cardinal Health manages the pharmacy at PAM Specialty Hospital of San Antonio South Campus. This is a per diem position scheduled every other weekend, Saturday and Sunday, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Additional weekday availability to provide coverage as needed, Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., is preferred. The role applies acquired knowledge and skills to standard tasks, learns and applies new information and methods, maintains appropriate licenses and certifications, and works within established procedures and quality guidelines. Work is performed under a moderate degree of supervision, with routine review by a work lead or supervisor; complex or unusual problems are referred to a supervisor.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Licensed pharmacy technician in Texas or ability to obtain licensure.
IV certification or ability to obtain certification.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong customer service skills.
Ability to use technology such as computers, smartphones, and tablets.
Ability to occasionally lift up to 35 pounds.
Ability to bend, reach, stoop, lift, and stand for the entire shift.
Vendor credentialing may be required.

Nice To Haves

PTCB certification highly preferred.
In-patient or hospital experience preferred.
Additional weekday availability to fill in as needed, Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Responsibilities

Assist pharmacists in filling prescription orders as permitted by State Boards of Pharmacy.
Prepare medication for dispensing, packaging, and shipment.
Take inventory, place orders, check in drugs and supplies, stock shelves, and remove expired items from inventory.
Enter medical supply orders in the pharmacy system.
Communicate professionally and amicably with patients, clinics, caregivers, physicians, and other customers.
Process returned medications from the facility for credit or destruction.
Enter patient data and prescription information into the pharmacy information management system.
Maintain knowledge of and comply with applicable pharmacy laws and regulations.
Perform other duties as assigned.