Pharmacy Technician - Inpatient, Evenings

Cleveland Clinic•Akron, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Join us at Cleveland Clinic Akron General Hospital where we have been providing world-class care to our community for over 100 years. Here, we strive for patient-centered care and comfort with our collaborative team of healthcare professionals. We are committed to serving the community and treat our patients as family. As a Pharmacy Technician, you play an essential role in keeping patients safe and comfortable throughout their experience. At Cleveland Clinic, you will find your position here differs significantly from similar roles at other facilities. Our team will encourage you to explore professional and personal development opportunities, enhance your skills and find your place within the institution. You will do so much more than count prescriptions and ring out patients. You will make a lasting difference in the lives of patients, their families and your fellow caregivers. A caregiver in this position works days from 3:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. with every other weekend requirements.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED
Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) verified through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB)
Proficient typing skills
Registration as a Certified Pharmacy Technician, Registered Pharmacy Technician or Pharmacy Technician Trainee with the Ohio Board of Pharmacy
Registration as a Certified Pharmacy Technician with the Ohio Board of Pharmacy within six months of hire

Nice To Haves

Associate’s Degree or completion of some college coursework
Previous experience as a Pharmacy Technician
Previous experience in a hospital inpatient pharmacy
Previous experience with EPIC or similar programs
Understanding of medical terminology and calculations

Responsibilities

Assist pharmacists in filling inpatient orders, including completion of necessary documentation.
Prepare, deliver and collect all pharmacy items throughout the medical center including re-stocking of automated dispensing cabinets.
Perform floor checks, stock check and assigned unit review as required.
Complete all Pharmacy Keeper Activities and inspections assigned to their position.
Assist Pharmacists in monitoring stock for outdated medications and properly disposing of them in a timely manner.
Process medication returns / refunds to patient accounts.
Compound non-sterile medications according to USP795 regulations.
Prepackage medication as necessary and according to established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Answer telephones and assist callers with needs that do not require the professional judgment of a pharmacist.
Interact with EPIC, our dispensing automation software (e.g. Pyxis, Carousels, etc.) and Pharmacy Keeper software to answer all questions related to the processing of a medication order.
Assist customers at the service window including caregivers, couriers and others as needed.
Complete mandatory education and training to maintain organization and department-specific competencies and requirements.