Pharmacy Technician

divh2Pharmacy Technician/h2pLocation: Cincinnati, OH/ppSchedule: Evening (2:30 PM11:00 PM or 3:00 PM11:30 PM) or Rotating (may include day or evening shifts)/ppPosition Summary:/ppUnder the supervision of licensed pharmacists and pharmacy leadership, the Pharmacy Technician assists in the preparation, dispensing, and distribution of medications. The Technician supports safe, efficient pharmacy operations and contributes to a positive, professional environment for patients, staff, and visitors./ppKey Responsibilities/pulliMedication Preparation Dispensing/liliPrepare medications according to physician orders under the supervision of a pharmacist./liliUnit Dose: Fill, package, label, scan, and distribute medications. Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients (liquids, powders, ointments, emulsions) using proper equipment and technique. Maintain and refill automated dispensing machines; perform basic inventory of controlled substances./liliIV Admixtures: Using aseptic technique, prepare and label intravenous admixtures and other sterile products. Fill syringes and reconstitute small-volume injectables for pharmacist verification. Maintain clean and compliant equipment (e.g., laminar flow hood)./liliOutpatient Prescription (if trained): Select prescription items for customers, complete required sale procedures, and comply with state regulations./li/ululliTechnology Documentation/liliUtilize pharmacy information systems (e.g., Epic) for patient lookup, prescription verification, label printing, and compounding/packaging tracking./liliMaintain accurate documentation for all medication preparation, dispensing, and deliveries./li/ululliMedication Delivery Inventory/liliDeliver medications to appropriate hospital units or departments, following proper handling and timing procedures (e.g., refrigerated vs. room temperature)./liliAssist with stock management, including reordering drugs and supplies, rotating inventory, and checking expiration dates./li/ululliCustomer Service Communication/liliServe as a point of contact for pharmacy inquiries via phone or in-person interactions./liliPerform RX window duties: distribute medications, process paperwork, and assist patients or staff as needed./liliCollaborate professionally with pharmacists, healthcare providers, and other hospital staff./li/ululliSafety Compliance/liliFollow aseptic techniques, departmental policies, and safety protocols./liliMaintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment./liliComply with state and federal regulations, including the Ohio State Board of Pharmacy requirements./li/ululliOther Duties/liliAssist pharmacists in daily activities as needed./liliPerform other responsibilities as assigned by pharmacy leadership./li/ulpQualifications/pulliEducation Experience:/liliHigh school diploma or GED./liliPharmacy technician experience preferred./li/ululliCertifications Licensure:/liliCertified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) or PTCB credential required./liliMust be registered with the Ohio State Board of Pharmacy; maintain active certification./li/ululliSkills Knowledge:/liliFamiliarity with medication preparation, sterile techniques, and pharmacy equipment./liliBasic knowledge of cash handling procedures for prescription sales./liliStrong attention to detail, organizational skills, and professional communication./li/ulpBenefits/pulliStrong compensation plan/liliComprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance./liliPaid time off (PTO) and holidays./liliRetirement savings plan options./liliProfessional development and continuing education support./liliEmployee wellness programs./liliOpportunities for career advancement/li/ul/div