Cert Pharmacy Tech I

VCU Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

VCU Health is seeking a Cert Pharmacy Tech II to assist in pharmaceutical care services. The role involves preparing, dispensing, and managing medications for patients of all ages. Candidates must have current certification and licensure, along with pharmacy practice experience. This position requires strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, including weekends and holidays.

Benefits

Sign On Bonus of $3000.00

Qualifications

• One year of pharmacy practice experience required.
• Preferred: Two years of pharmacy experience, including medication compounding.

Responsibilities

• Assists pharmacists in providing pharmaceutical care services.
• Handles independent actions of a CPhT I with added responsibilities.

Skills

Medication Coordination

Compounding

Customer Interactions

Problem-Solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CSPT certification

Job description

**$3000.00 Sign On Bonus for offers accepted by June 30, 2025. Terms and Conditions apply**

The Cert Pharmacy Tech II assists pharmacists in providing pharmaceutical care services by helping in the preparation, dispensing, record keeping, and transporting of medications for patients across all age groups, including neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric.

Under minimal supervision, the Cert Pharmacy Tech II performs duties of a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) II proficiently, demonstrating exemplary work behaviors and ownership for the success of the work area. The CPhT II handles all independent actions of a CPhT I, with added responsibilities in medication coordination, compounding, and packaging.

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire:

• Current certification by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) OR valid ExCPT certification from the National Healthcareer Association
• Current licensure with the Virginia State Board of Pharmacy
• No felony or drug/pharmacy-related convictions; must have a clean criminal record

Requirements for Continued Employment:

• Maintain current certification and licensure as above

Experience:

• Required: One year of pharmacy practice experience
• Preferred: Two years of pharmacy experience, including medication compounding (sterile/non-sterile), typing speed of 20-30 WPM, and experience with pharmacy technologies

Education/Training:

• Required: High school diploma or equivalent
• Preferred: CSPT certification, PTCB Assessment-Based Certificates (e.g., Technician Product Verification, Hazardous Drug Management, Billing and Reimbursement)

Independent Actions:

• Demonstrate competency in CPhT I responsibilities
• Maintain and prepare medications for compounding
• Practice according to USP standards for non-sterile, sterile, and hazardous preparations
• Repackage medications into unit doses, support pharmacy technology, and assist in staffing across shifts
• Train team members and support CPhT III responsibilities as assessed
• Serve as Technician-In-Charge backup during weekends

Additional Requirements:

• Availability for all shifts, including weekends, holidays, and emergencies

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• Physical: Ability to lift 20-50 lbs, prolonged standing, sitting, bending, walking, climbing, reaching, repetitive motions
• Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, reasoning, problem-solving, hearing, clear speech, legible writing, reading, logical thinking
• Emotional: Capable of handling a fast-paced environment, multiple priorities, customer interactions, noise, and change

All age groups are served. EEOC Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4.