Advanced Pharmacy Tech

Ascension; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Professional development

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Pet insurance

Transportation savings

Job summary

Ascension, located in Wichita, KS, is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to support inpatient pharmacy operations on day and evening shifts. This role focuses on accurate dispensing, inventory management, and ensuring timely availability of medications for patient care.

Qualified candidates will have Kansas Board of Pharmacy credentials or intern/registration status, with options for PTCB/NHA certification within 6 months.

Qualifications

• Pharmacy Tech credentialed from Kansas Board of Pharmacy before hire or transfer date.
• PTCB or NHA credentialing within 6 months of hire/transfer date.
• Education/experience options include High School diploma with experience, Associate's/Technical degree, or 4 years of applicable experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensure medication accuracy by refilling and maintaining automated dispensing systems for clinicians.
• Optimize pharmacy operations via inventory management and order preparation.
• Repackage bulk medications and manage incoming supplies per quality/storage standards.
• Facilitate communication between pharmacy, providers, and patients to resolve inquiries.

Skills

Pharmacy technician duties

Inventory management

Medication safety

Clinical communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree or technical degree

4 years of cumulative job-specific experience

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Wichita, KS

Facility: Ascension Via Christi Hospitals

Speciality: Inpatient Pharmacy

Schedule: Day and Evening Shifts l Full-time

Via Christi associates are eligible for tuition discounts and priority placement in select healthcare programs through our academic partnership with Wichita State University.

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Ensure medication accuracy by meticulously refilling and maintaining automated dispensing systems to provide clinicians with the right tools at the point of care.
• Optimize pharmacy operations through proactive inventory management and order preparation, ensuring essential supplies are always available for our patients.
• Safeguard patient safety by expertly repackaging bulk medications and managing incoming supplies according to strict quality and storage standards.
• Facilitate seamless communication between the pharmacy, healthcare providers, and patients to resolve inquiries and ensure a collaborative approach to treatment.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Pharmacy Tech credentialed from the Kansas Board of Pharmacy obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Registered Pharmacy Tech OR Pharmacy Intern credentialed from the Kansas Board of Pharmacy obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• One or more of the following:
• Pharmacy Tech credentialed from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date required.
• Pharmacy Tech credentialed from the National Healthcareer Association obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date required.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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