Pharmacy Technician - Inpatient

At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare. And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming the patient experience, every day. We all have the power to help, heal and change lives - beginning with our own. That's the power of the Cleveland Clinic Health System team, and The Power of Every One. Job Title Pharmacy Technician - Inpatient Location Mayfield Hts Facility Hillcrest Hospital Department Pharmacy-Hillcrest Hospital Job Code

C99904

Shift Day/Evening Rotation Schedule 7:00am-3:30pm/3:00pm-11:30pm Job Summary The inpatient pharmacy technician supports pharmacists in providing pharmacy services. The technician is responsible for packaging, preparation, and distribution of medications, inventory control, customer service and maintaining pharmacy records. Job Details **This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus of $2,500** Join Cleveland Clinic's Hillcrest Hospital where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family. Hillcrest Hospital has been recognized as one of the top hospitals in Cleveland and Ohio. Here, you will work with and learn from some of our best caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. As an Inpatient Pharmacy Technician, you will play a vital role in moving medications throughout the facility to enhance patient care. You will join a team that empowers every caregiver to make valuable contributions to patient-focused care, teaching, and research activities. This team embraces a positive attitude and respects and supports one another to provide the best care possible. A caregiver in this position works full time, 8 hour shifts between 6am-11:30pm Monday - Friday with rotating every other weekend. There is potential to float to Mentor Hospital. Responsibilities Preparation - Accurate and timely preparation of medications which may include selection, labeling, repackaging, and non-sterile compounding. Distribution - Accurate and timely delivery of medications to the appropriate storage locations. Inventory - Maintains accurate and appropriate inventories of medications and supplies. Regulatory compliance - Maintains a safe and clean work area by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations. Documents regulatory requirements such as temperature logs, scheduled activities, and training in an accurate and timely manner. Communication and teamwork - Communicates with other caregivers and patients in an effective and positive manner. Demonstrates emotional control and intelligence in managing work relationships. Attends and actively participates in team huddles and meetings. Shares responsibility for accomplishment of the team's tasks and goals. Technology - Appropriately uses 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. Other duties as assigned. Education High School Diploma or GED. Successful completion of the Cleveland Clinic School of Pharmacy Technology program within 18 months of hire preferred. Certifications Upon hire, must hold an active registration as a Registered Pharmacy Technician through the Ohio Board of Pharmacy (OBOP). Registration as a Certified Pharmacy Technician with the Ohio Board of Pharmacy is required within 18 months. Must obtain a national certification as a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certification through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or the National HealthCareer Association (NHA). within 18 months. Complexity of Work Ability to perform algebraic calculations necessary for the preparation of extemporaneous compounds. Proficient in basic computer skills. Work Experience Six month of hospital experience preferred. Physical Requirements Typical physical demands include ability to perform the job while standing, walking, reaching, stretching and sitting for prolonged periods; manual dexterity sufficient to perform computer, dispensing, and compounding. Personal Protective Equipment Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required. The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances. Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption. Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions are made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. Information provided on this application may be shared with any Cleveland Clinic Health System facility. 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