Pharmacy Technician - Community, PRN

Cleveland Clinic•Willoughby Hills, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Serving the needs of the surrounding communities, Willoughby Hills Family Health Center offers patients a wide variety of pediatric, family medicine, radiology and cardiology services. On this team, you will join a family of caregivers, enhance your skills and build a rewarding career at Cleveland Clinic, one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. The Community Pharmacy at Willoughby Hills Family Health Center offers a fast-paced, outpatient/ambulatory setting where caregivers play an important role in supporting patient care and daily pharmacy operations. This PRN position supports an average prescription volume of approximately 360–400 prescriptions per day and works closely with pharmacists, fellow pharmacy technicians, and patients in a highly collaborative, team-based environment. Pharmacy Technicians are cross-trained across all work areas and rotate weekly, contributing to shared responsibilities such as prescription typing and filling, customer service and registration support, phone coverage, inventory management, and stocking. With consistent patient interaction and structured daily task lists at each workstation, this role provides a strong entry opportunity into Cleveland Clinic and an excellent foundation for growth within a supportive, ambulatory pharmacy team. This is a PRN role. A caregiver in this position works primarily 10-hour shifts (with limited 8-hour shifts available) in a pharmacy that operates Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and is closed on weekends. While weekend and holiday shifts are not required at this location, caregivers can pick up additional shifts at other pharmacy sites as needed, typically averaging three to four supplemental shifts per month depending on availability.

Requirements

A high school diploma or GED
Can perform algebraic calculations necessary for the preparation of extemporaneous compounds.
Basic computer skills
Must hold an active registration as a Registered Pharmacy Technician through the Ohio Board of Pharmacy (OBOP).
A status as a Pharmacy Technician Trainee with OBOP does not qualify for this role.

Nice To Haves

Six months of hospital experience
Successful completion of the Cleveland Clinic School of Pharmacy Technology program within 18 months of hire preferred
Must obtain a national certification as a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certification through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or the National Healthcare Association (NHA) AND Registration as a Certified Pharmacy Technician with the Ohio Board of Pharmacy within 18 months from the date of hire.

Responsibilities

Follow established policies and procedures to support functions essential to the operations of the pharmacy department.
Perform packaging, preparation, and distribution of medications, inventory control, customer service, and maintaining pharmacy records.
Pursue completion of the Cleveland Clinic’s School of Pharmacy Technology program in the first 12 months of employment.
Prepare medications (selection, labeling, repackaging and non-sterile compounding).
Deliver medications to the appropriate storage locations.
Maintain accurate and appropriate inventories of medications and supplies.
Maintain a safe and clean work area by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
Document regulatory requirements such as temperature logs, scheduled activities, and training in an accurate and timely manner.
Appropriately use information systems, technology, and automation to complete assigned tasks.
Maintain good standing in the Cleveland Clinic School of Pharmacy Technology program per the student handbook.