Certified Inpatient Pharmacy Tech Nights

AdventHealth Littleton; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

PTO from Day One

403(b) Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Job summary

AdventHealth in Littleton, Colorado is seeking a dedicated Pharmacy Technician to support medication dispensing, preparation, and inventory management across hospital operations under pharmacist supervision.

You will work night shift, apply USP guidelines for sterile compounding, ensure regulatory compliance, and collaborate with nurses and physicians to maintain safe, efficient medication-use processes. Active technician licensure required; 1+ year hospital experience preferred; pay range shown.

Qualifications

• High School Grad or Equiv (Required).
• 1+ year of hospital pharmacy experience (Required).
• Active State Pharmacy Technician registration (Required).
• Licensed/Registered Pharmacy Technician (RPhT) (Required).

Responsibilities

• Dispense medications accurately under pharmacist supervision.
• Prepare sterile medications following USP guidelines.
• Manage inventory and controlled substances.
• Operate ADCs and pharmacy software; interpret EHRs for safe medication use.
• Collaborate with nurses and pharmacists to ensure patient safety.
• Support quality improvement and training of peers.

Skills

Pharmacy tech duties

Regulatory compliance

Inventory management

Team collaboration

Education

High School Grad or Equiv

State Pharmacy Technician registration

Tools

Pharmacy software

ADC systems

EHR interpretation

Job description

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule:

Full time

Shift:

Night (United States of America)

Address:

7700 S BROADWAY

City:

LITTLETON

State:

Colorado

Postal Code:

80122

Job Description:

Executes core pharmacy technician duties with proficiency in standard workflows, hospital systems, and pharmacy operational programs under pharmacist supervision. Demonstrates proficiency in core pharmacy services, including medication dispensing, preparation, inventory management, sterile compounding, controlled substance handling, and regulatory compliance. Provides coverage across core pharmacy practice areas, including central/distributive operations, decentralized services, automated dispensing cabinet (ADC) management, and cleanroom compounding as assigned. Accurately prepares and safely dispenses patient-specific medication doses, ensuring correct drug, dose, dosage form, expiration dating, and barcode scanning. Compounds sterile medications such as IV solutions and piggyback containers under aseptic conditions, following USP <795> & <797> guidelines and institutional protocols, with appropriate oversight. Other duties as assigned. Works effectively with technicians, pharmacists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient care and ensure continuity of pharmacy services across shifts, staffing assignments, and practice areas. Actively participates in departmental quality improvement efforts, attends educational activities, and supports training and mentorship of peers and pharmacy learners. Operates and troubleshoots medication automation systems, ADCs, and pharmacy software; interprets electronic health records accurately to support safe medication practices. Maintains inventory accuracy by receiving and rotating stock, removing expired medications, guaranteeing accurate medication counts, and managing controlled substances in compliance with regulatory standards. Ensures proper medication storage and overall inventory integrity. Identifies, reports, and helps prevent potential medication errors, including look-alike/sound-alike risks, contributing to a culture of safety. Handles, processes, and appropriately disposes of all waste materials, including all levels of hazardous waste, within the department in accordance with environmental protocols. Proficient in the appropriate use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and spill kits in the event of a hazardous medication spill. Participates in initiatives that improve medication-use processes and supports compliance with regulatory standards and institutional accreditation requirements. Prepares reports and assists with compliance documentation as directed by supervisors, contributing to operational transparency and accountability.

Education:

• High School Grad or Equiv [Required]

Work Experience:

• 1+ years of contemporary hospital pharmacy experience, retail or ambulatory experience [Required]

Additional Information:

• Active State Pharmacy Technician registration required

Licenses and Certifications:

• Registered Pharmacy Technician (RPhT) [Required] OR
• Licensed Pharmacy Technician (RPhT) [Required]

Physical Requirements:

Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/msy4mja2

Pay Range:

$22.02 - $35.24

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.