Pharmacy Technician - Vanderbilt Integrated Pharmacy
About The Position
The Pharmacy Technician works in direct support of pharmacists, performing tasks that contribute to medication preparation, dispensing, distribution, and inventory management under pharmacist supervision. The role also provides customer service by responding to phone requests and directing inquiries to the appropriate person when needed. It is a dual-role position supporting both the Vanderbilt Integrated Pharmacy (VIP) Inventory Team and pharmacy workflow in a fast-paced warehouse environment. The position requires lifting up to 35 pounds. The schedule is 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with no weekends. Certified Pharmacy Technicians through PTCB or NHA are preferred; registered technicians with strong pharmacy or inventory backgrounds are also welcome to apply. Knowledge of medication storage, handling, and ordering is preferred. The technician performs duties as directed by pharmacists and/or pharmacy managers in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and hospital policies. The work includes inventory control, use of computer systems and technology, and providing service to internal and external customers. Additional duties may be assigned. Vanderbilt Health describes itself as a comprehensive academic health system with eight hospitals and over 180 clinics. The organization emphasizes collaboration, patient care, education, research, compassion, and professional development. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the health system and may include health, disability, retirement, and/or wellness benefits.
Requirements
- Graduate of an approved discipline-specific program.
- Relevant work experience; the listed experience level is less than one year.
- Tennessee Pharmacy Technician license (LIC-Pharmacy Technician).
- Ability to perform pharmacy duties under direct pharmacist supervision and in accordance with applicable regulations and policies.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment and lift up to 35 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- Certified Pharmacy Technician credential through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or National Healthcareer Association (NHA).
- Strong pharmacy or inventory background, including for registered pharmacy technicians.
- Knowledge of proper medication storage, medication handling, and ordering.
Responsibilities
- Assist pharmacists in the preparation, dispensing, and/or distribution of medications.
- Apply departmental processes for inventory control and help maintain appropriate medication inventory levels.
- Perform activities as directed by pharmacists and/or pharmacy managers in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations and hospital policies.
- Provide customer service to internal and external customers, including answering phone requests and routing inquiries when unable to answer them.
- Operate computer systems and use technology supporting medication-use processes.
- Collect, organize, and/or maintain pharmacy- or patient-related information.
- Support quality assurance, compliance, and continuous quality improvement processes.
Benefits
- The benefits package may include health, disability, retirement, and/or wellness offerings.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
