Certified Pharmacy Technician

Ascension; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascension Saint Thomas Midtown in Nashville, TN is seeking a Pharmacy Technician for a full-time, day-shift inpatient role. You will support automated dispensing systems, prepare sterile and non-sterile compounds, and manage inventory to ensure medications are stored per regulatory requirements.

As a primary point of contact, you will triage inquiries from patients and healthcare professionals and partner with Pharmacists to deliver high-level distributive services while maintaining the

Qualifications

• Registered Pharmacy Tech credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Pharmacy within 3 months of hire date.
• Certified Pharmacy Tech credentialed from the National Healthcareer Association obtained prior to hire.
• Certified Pharmacy Tech credentialed from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board obtained prior to hire.
• High School diploma equivalency or 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Responsibilities

• Proactively maintain automated dispensing systems to ensure seamless, secure medication access for clinical units.
• Accurately prepare sterile and non-sterile compounds and repackage medications according to strict CPhT safety standards.
• Manage the pharmacy's lifeblood by overseeing inventory, receiving supplies, and ensuring all stock meets regulatory storage requirements.
• Serve as a primary point of contact, triaging complex inquiries and providing vital information to patients and healthcare professionals.
• Partner with Pharmacists to deliver high-level distributive services and maintain the technical integrity of the pharmacy department.

Education

TN Board of Pharmacy license

CPhT credential

PTCB credential

High School diploma or equivalent

1 year related experience

Tools

Automated dispensing systems

Job description

• Facility: Ascension Saint Thomas Midtown
• Schedule: Full-time | Day Shift

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Nashville, TN
• Facility: Ascension Saint Thomas Midtown
• Department: Pharmacy Services Inpatient
• Schedule: Full-time | Day Shift

How you'll make an impact in this role

• Proactively maintain automated dispensing systems to ensure seamless, secure medication access for clinical units.
• Accurately prepare sterile and non-sterile compounds and repackage medications according to strict CPhT safety standards.
• Manage the pharmacy's lifeblood by overseeing inventory, receiving supplies, and ensuring all stock meets regulatory storage requirements.
• Serve as a primary point of contact, triaging complex inquiries and providing vital information to patients and healthcare professionals.
• Partner with Pharmacists to deliver high-level distributive services and maintain the technical integrity of the pharmacy department.

What Minimum Requirements You'll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Registered Pharmacy Tech credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Pharmacy obtained within 3 Months (90 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. Pharmacy students actively enrolled in a school of pharmacy are not required to have certification/registration.

And One Or More Of The Following Required

• Certified Pharmacy Tech credentialed from the National Healthcareer Association obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Pharmacy students actively enrolled in a school of pharmacy are not required to have certification/registration.
• Certified Pharmacy Tech credentialed from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Pharmacy students actively enrolled in a school of pharmacy are not required to have certification/registration.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
• Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

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

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 99,000+ 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.

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