Inpatient Pharmacy Technician

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus(taxable)AvailablePart-time, 16 hours/weekMonday - Friday (4PM-8:30PM) and every other weekend (2PM-10:30PM)Onsite Akron, OH (Delivery driving to additional sites using company vehicle required) Summary The Inpatient Pharmacy Technician plays a key role in supporting the pharmacy by performing routine tasks related to medication preparation, distribution, compounding, and inventory management. This position prioritizes accuracy, compliance with safety standards, and the development of foundational skills essential for pharmacy operations. This individual must abide by all state and federal laws and regulations and accreditation standards to allow for the safe practice of pharmacy. Responsibilities Assist the pharmacist in retrieval, processing, and distribution of medication for patient administration. Accurately pull, label, package, and prepare medications to be verified by a pharmacist. Perform basic unit-dose packaging and batch filling. Perform sterile, non-sterile, and hazardous compounding. Prepare intravenous medication, including chemotherapy. Complete all required USP / / training and contribute to maintaining regulatory requirements of the department. Restock automated dispensing cabinets (ADCs) and deliver medications to patient care areas as needed. Adhere to garbing, hand hygiene, and aseptic technique standards. Restock inventory following proper rotation procedures. Answer the telephone and assists nurses with medication supply issues. If also serving as a courier, transport medication to offsite locations using hospital vehicle. Identify medication shortages and communicate needs to proper staff. Utilize hospital and pharmacy software for routine tasks. Must be able to work primary shift and any other shift at any location. Other duties as required. Other information Technical Expertise Demonstrate medication accuracy, proper documentation practices, and competency in sterile/non-sterile compounding and hazardous drug handling per USP , , and . Handle refrigerated, frozen, and hazardous medications appropriately. Follow proper procedures for waste disposal, returns, and incident reporting. Accept and apply feedback to support growth and performance. Operate ADCs, barcode systems, printers, and packaging equipment. Demonstrate basic formulary knowledge. Education and Experience Education: High School diploma or equivalent required. Licensure/Certification: Registration as a "Certified Ohio Pharmacy Technician" or as a "Pharmacy Intern" required. Any non-intern candidate who has not passed a national certification must do so within 12 months. Possesses a valid State driver's license and ability to obtain and maintain insurability as determined by the ACH insurance carrier's requirements. An annual physical is required to be completed with the Akron Children's Hospital Employee Health Department. Years of relevant experience: 1 year is preferred Years of supervisory experience: None Part Time

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