Certified Pharmacy Technician I

TriHealth; Montgomery (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

$5,000 sign-on bonus

Job summary

TriHealth is seeking a Certified Inpatient Pharmacy Technician I to ensure safe and timely distribution of medications to patients. The role involves technical tasks related to medication preparation, inventory control, and compliance with safety protocols.

Candidates must possess a high school diploma or GED, relevant Pharmacy Technician Certification, and up to 1 year of pharmacy experience. An attractive $5,000 sign-on bonus is offered for qualified external candidates.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Up to 1 year Pharmacy experience is required.
• Certification through Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PCTB) or ExCPT Certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Support pharmacists in medication preparation and distribution.
• Maintain inventory and manage controlled substances.
• Communicate professionally with healthcare team members.

Skills

Pharmacy experience

Computer applications

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's or Bachelor's degree

National Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT)

Tools

Pharmacy automation systems

Medication delivery systems

Job description

Location

Bethesda North Hospital at 10500 Montgomery Road, Cincinnati, OH 45242

Work Hours

• Full-time, 80 hours biweekly
• Shift varies
• Weekends and holidays rotation

Bonus Opportunity

This position qualifies for a $5,000 sign‑on bonus with a 12‑month commitment (external qualified candidates only).

Incentives & Benefits

In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, retirement plans, and tuition reimbursement. For more information, please visit our benefits page: https://careers.trihealth.com/what-we-offer/benefits

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED is required. Associate's degree, bachelor's degree and/or approved technical, professional, or vocational program (Preferred)
• Up to 1 year Pharmacy experience is required.
• 1–2 years Pharmacy; previous experience with computer applications and pharmacy automation is preferred.
• National Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT) is required. Approved National Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT) certification through Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PCTB) and/or ExCPT Certification by the National Healthcareer Association is required upon start.
• Must be registered with the Ohio Board of Pharmacy as a Certified Pharmacy Technician.

Job Overview

The Certified Inpatient Pharmacy Technician I supports pharmacists in ensuring the safe, accurate, and timely distribution of medications to hospitalized patients. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, selecting, counting, non‑sterile compounding, packaging, labeling, and delivering medications. As an entry‑level role, this position also involves maintaining inventory, operating pharmacy automation systems, and adhering to safety protocols and regulatory standards.

Job Responsibilities

• Supports pharmacists in the preparation and distribution of medications by performing a variety of technical tasks in accordance with department protocols and regulatory standards. Demonstrates competency through regular audits, observational checklists, and performance rounding.
  • Medication Preparation & Distribution accurately selects, counts, compounds (non‑sterile), packages, scans, labels, fills, and delivers medications in compliance with departmental guidelines.
  • Non‑sterile compounding performs weighing, measuring, and mixing of ingredients using proper calculations, equipment, and technique, ensuring accuracy and safety.
  • Automated Dispensing Machines: proficient in signing into systems, loading, refilling, unloading, managing expirations, and resolving discrepancies in ADCs.
  • Stock Orders/Emergency Carts/Boxes: accurately and efficiently fills medication orders and emergency supplies in a timely manner.
  • Delivery: ensures timely and accurate delivery of medications via tubing, cart runs, IV runs, and STAT deliveries. Verifies correct delivery location and proper storage (e.g., refrigeration, secure storage).
  • Completes other assigned tasks as directed to support patient care and department/organization success.
• Responsible for inventory control through proper removal of medications from automation, stock rotation, removal of expired medications, reordering/stocking of medications/supplies when stock is low, and packaging/assembling medications for future dispensing. Ensures safe storage of medications.

  Verifies quantity on hand (QOH) and adjusts inventory records as necessary; promptly reports discrepancies to the on‑site buyer.

  When inventory counts are incorrect, updates Omnicell with the correct quantity and earliest expiration date, and escalates significant discrepancies to the buyer.

  Notifies the buyer of increased usage trends in medications or supplies.

  Identifies medications frequently expiring and recommends PAR level adjustments to the buyer for evaluation.

  Ensures proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and follows safety protocols when handling hazardous medications.

  Maintains accurate inventory of controlled substances (CII‑CV), including documentation and reconciliation of records. Immediately reports unresolved controlled substance discrepancies to a supervisor.

• Adheres to departmental standards and ensures the effective use of pharmacy automation and electronic systems.
  • Follows established departmental policies, standard operating procedures, and workflows.
  • Maintains pharmacy automation systems by performing routine tasks such as changing consumables and cleaning equipment.
  • Identifies, troubleshoots, and reports issues related to pharmacy automation in a timely manner.
  • Accesses patient information, processes pharmacy messages from the in‑basket, and prints medication labels using the Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
• Communicates professionally and respectfully with pharmacists, nurses, physicians, patients, and other healthcare team members in person, over the phone, and in writing.
  • Effectively manages and triages requests, ensuring timely and appropriate follow‑up.
  • Escalates complex or unresolved issues to the on‑duty pharmacist or pharmacy leadership.
  • Reports errors promptly, maintains accurate documentation, and contributes to the development of corrective action plans.
  • Consistently demonstrates the TriHealth Way, SERVE values, ALWAYS behaviors, and adheres to the 5 Safety Practices.

Other Related Information

Pharmacy Technicians will be working with chemotherapy and hazardous medications on a daily basis and compounding is a primary job duty.

Working Conditions

• Bending
• Climbing — Rarely
• Concentrating — Consistently
• Continuous Learning — Consistently
• Hearing: Conversation — Consistently
• Hearing: Other Sounds
• Interpersonal Communication — Consistently
• Kneeling — Rarely
• Lifting <10 lbs. — Consistently
• Lifting 50+ lbs. — Rarely
• Lifting <50 lbs. — Occasionally
• Pulling — Rarely
• Pushing — Frequently
• Reaching — Consistently
• Reading — Consistently
• Sitting — Rarely
• Standing — Consistently
• Stooping — Occasionally
• Talking
• Thinking/Reasoning — Consistently
• Use of Hands — Consistently
• Color Vision — Consistently
• Visual Acuity: Far
• Visual Acuity: Near
• Walking — Frequently

TriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors

At TriHealth, we believe there is no responsibility more important than to SERVE our patients, our communities, and our fellow team members. To achieve our vision and mission, ALL TriHealth team members are expected to demonstrate and live the following:

Serve

Always: Welcome everyone by making eye contact, greeting with a smile, and saying “hello.”

Acknowledge when patients/guests are lost and escort them to their destination or find someone who can assist.

Refrain from using cell phones for personal reasons in public spaces or patient care areas.

Excel

Always: Recognize and take personal responsibility to address and recover from service breakdowns when a customer’s expectations have not been met.

Offer patients and guests priority when waiting (lines, elevators).

Work on improving quality, safety, and service.

Respect

Always: Respect cultural and spiritual differences and honor individual preferences.

Respect everyone’s opinion and contribution, regardless of title/role.

Speak positively about my team members and other departments in front of patients and guests.

Value

Always: Value the time of others by striving to be on time, prepared and actively participating.

Pick up trash, ensuring the physical environment is clean and safe.

Be a good steward of our resources, using supplies and equipment efficiently and effectively, and will look for ways to avoid waste.

Engage

Always: Acknowledge wins and frequently thank team members and others for contributions.

Show courtesy and compassion with customers, team members and the community.