Pharmacy Technician - Central Inpatient, Variable Shift
About The Position
The Pharmacy Technician – Central Inpatient supports a high-volume inpatient pharmacy serving general inpatient care, oncology, sterile products, the operating room, and pediatrics. Caregivers rotate through operational areas and gain experience in medication preparation and distribution, medication deliveries throughout Main Campus, automated carousel operations, phone triage, and management of the MAR messaging system. The role involves frequent travel throughout the hospital and provides cross-training opportunities. After completing training and demonstrating competencies, caregivers may have the opportunity to transfer to specialized pharmacy areas, based on departmental needs. The schedule generally rotates between day shifts (6:45 a.m.–3:15 p.m.) and evening shifts (2:00 p.m.–10:30 p.m.), typically three weeks on days followed by one week on evenings. A consistent evening schedule may be assigned based on departmental needs. Every third weekend is required.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Six months of related experience.
- Upon hire, certification as a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or National HealthCareer Association (NHA).
- Upon hire, active Ohio Board of Pharmacy registration as a Certified Pharmacy Technician, Registered Pharmacy Technician, or Pharmacy Technician Trainee.
- Caregivers with an active Pharmacy Technician Trainee or Registered Pharmacy Technician registration must update it to a Certified Pharmacy Technician registration with the Ohio Board of Pharmacy within six months.
Nice To Haves
- Six months of hospital experience.
- Completion of a formal pharmacy technician training program.
Responsibilities
- Prepare medications by selecting, labeling, repacking, and performing non-sterile and sterile compounding.
- Deliver medications to appropriate storage locations accurately and on time.
- Maintain accurate inventories of medications and supplies and complete inventory audits, including cycle counts and nursing unit inspections.
- Maintain a safe and clean work area by following procedures, rules, and regulations.
- Document regulatory requirements, including temperature logs, scheduled activities, and training.
- Use information systems, technology, and automation to complete assigned tasks.
- Assist with training pharmacy caregivers and students.
Benefits
- Sign-on bonus of up to $2,500.
- Cross-training opportunities and potential to transfer to specialized pharmacy areas based on departmental needs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
