Pharmacy Technician - Cleveland, OH

Pharmacy Technician Opportunity

An experienced pharmacy technician is sought for a contract-to-hire opportunity at a specialty retail pharmacy location. This role offers a 13-week engagement with a possibility to extend into a permanent position.

This specialty retail pharmacy serves complex patients managing multiple medications daily, typically 8-15 drugs. The role demands a pharmacy technician proficient in the most common 200-400 retail drugs, ideally with prior specialty retail experience. Patient interactions will include individuals with chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, Multiple Sclerosis, and rheumatoid arthritis, predominantly from Medicare/Medicaid backgrounds or low-income populations. Strong communication skills, patience, and compassion are essential to effectively support patients who may have low literacy levels.

Location: Cleveland, OH

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM

Key Responsibilities:

• Accurately prepare and dispense medications
• Communicate effectively and empathetically with patients managing complex medication regimens
• Assist pharmacy staff in maintaining compliance with protocols and regulations
• Support inventory management and medication ordering
• Maintain patient confidentiality and provide excellent customer service

Qualifications and Desired Experience:

• Licensed Pharmacy Technician in Ohio
• PTCB certification highly preferred but not required
• Experience in retail pharmacy, especially specialty pharmacy, is strongly preferred
• Proven ability to work compassionately with patients suffering from chronic illnesses
• Strong knowledge of common retail medications and handling multiple prescriptions efficiently

This position is ideal for pharmacy technicians eager to contribute their expertise in a challenging and rewarding specialty pharmacy environment. Immediate availability is preferred.

If you meet these qualifications and are ready to support complex patient populations, apply now to take the next step in your pharmacy technician career.