Certified Pharmacy Tech, First Shift, Outpatient Pharmacy

UC Health; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 43,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$2000 sign-on bonus

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Employee Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability

401K

Community Discounts

Job summary

UC Health in Cincinnati, OH, is hiring a full-time Certified Pharmacy Technician for the Outpatient Pharmacy. Responsibilities include preparing medications and maintaining patient records. A $2000 sign-on bonus is offered for this position.

The ideal candidate will possess current certification and at least three years of experience. This role demands attention to detail and effective communication with staff. Apply today to join a supportive team at UC Health!

Qualifications

• Recently certified, licensed, or graduated within the past 12 months.
• Current pharmacy technician registration and certification recognized by the Ohio State Board of Pharmacy.
• Ability to handle frequent interruptions and adapt to changes.

Responsibilities

• Procures and distributes medication orders per prescriber request.
• Fills physician orders, medication kits, and stock requisitions accurately.
• Maintains adequate stock of medications and supplies.
• Answers the telephone and directs calls to appropriate personnel.
• Completes required documentation accurately.

Skills

Attention to detail

Cooperation with staff

Problem-solving

Effective communication

Education

Pharmacy technician certification

Three to five years equivalent experience

Job description

Job Description

Location: UC Medical Center.

Department: Outpatient Pharmacy.

Hours: Full-Time, 40 Hours/Weekly.

Shift: First Shift.

UC Health is hiring a full-time Certified Pharmacy Technician in the Outpatient Pharmacy at University of Cincinnati’s Medical Center. We are also offering a $2000 sign-on Bonus!

Pharmacy technicians assist pharmacists in preparing and distributing medications, maintaining the drug inventory, and maintaining patient records. Pharmacy technicians work only under the supervision of a registered pharmacist. They do not perform duties that can legally be performed by only a registered pharmacist. In addition to responsibilities for a Tech I, Pharmacy Technician II demonstrates a high level of initiative and motivation along with competency in a specialized area(s) of the department.

About University Of Cincinnati Medical Center

As part of the Clifton Campus of UC Health, Greater Cincinnati’s academic health system, University of Cincinnati Medical Center has served Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky for nearly 200 years. Each year, hundreds of thousands of patients receive care from our world-renowned clinicians and care team. Our experts utilize the most advanced medical knowledge and technology available, providing a level of specialty and subspecialty medical care that is not available anywhere else in Greater Cincinnati.

Unit Details

• Opportunities for professional development- Technician Advancement Program
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Employee Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability
• 401K
• Community Discounts

Location

Cincinnati, OH, United States

Qualifications

• Education: Recently certified, licensed or graduated within past 12 months, minimum required. Three to five years equivalent experience, minimum required.
• License and Certification: Current pharmacy technician registration and certification that is recognized by the Ohio State Board of Pharmacy is required. Years of Experience: Three - five years equivalent experience, minimum required.
• Required Skills and Knowledge: Ability to perform work accurately with attention to detail within specified time periods; work cooperatively with health-system and pharmacy staff; handle frequent interruptions and adapt to changes in workload and work schedule; set priorities and solve problems; respond quickly to emergency requests; communicate effectively (orally and in writing), and assist in meeting the pharmaceutical care needs of the patient populations served by the organization.

Responsibilities

• Procures and distributes medication orders per prescriber request, pharmacist request, or prearranged work assignment according to established policies, procedures, and protocols
• Fills physician orders, medication kits, medication carts, and stock requisitions accurately Replenishes medications in emergency drug containers and floor stock areas accurately Prepares intravenous admixtures and other sterile preparations (including chemotherapy and parenteral nutrition) safely and accurately using appropriate techniques Delivers medications and supplies to patient care and ancillary areas accurately per established schedule
• Maintains adequate stock of medications and supplies according to established policies and procedures.
• Picks up orders, requisitions, and medications for return from patient care areas when on delivery rounds Enters medication orders into pharmacy computer system accurately (if applicable) Enters charges and credits for patient medications accurately Generates reports, pick lists, and labels as required Answers the telephone, identifying self and department; directs calls to appropriate personnel Answers requests at the window/door and makes Stat deliveries to patient care and ancillary areas when requested Organizes and prioritizes work assignments Maintains logs, records, and other required documentation accurately; files documentation in appropriate locations Demonstrates good oral and written communication Keeps pharmacy areas clean, neat, and well-organized; keeps pharmacy equipment clean
• Completes and documents all assigned medication storage area inspections at least monthly; identifies and replaces outdated and unusable medications Collects data, conducts quality monitors, and completes documentation as assigned Organizes and maintains responsibility for an identified quality improvement project for the department Presents annual update for project responsibilities
• Meets and performs according to hospital and department standards of performance.

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The expected starting salary range for this position is between $20.60/hr.- $27.31/hr.

The actual pay rate for this position will be dependent on a variety of factors, including an applicant’s years of experience, unique skills and abilities, alignment with similar internal candidates, marketplace factors, and other requirements for the position.