Certified Pharmacy Technician Infusion - PRN

TriHealth; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a leading healthcare provider where you will play a vital role in patient care as a Hospital Pharmacy Technician III. In this dynamic position, you will assist pharmacists in the preparation and distribution of medications, including complex sterile compounds. Your expertise in pharmacy operations and commitment to maintaining safety and quality standards will ensure that patients receive the best care possible. This opportunity not only allows you to use your skills but also to grow within a supportive and compassionate environment. If you are passionate about making a difference in healthcare, this is the perfect role for you.

Qualifications

• Must have certification and registration as a pharmacy technician.
• Experience in compounding sterile and hazardous medications is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and dispensing medications including chemotherapy.
• Maintain a sterile environment and adhere to safety protocols.

Skills

Compounding sterile products

Medication dispensing

Aseptic techniques

Interpersonal communication

Technical pharmacy experience

Education

High School Degree or GED

Active National Pharm Tech Certification (CPhT)

Active registration with the Ohio Board of Pharmacy

Tools

Electronic health records

Pharmacy automation systems

Automated Dispensing Machines

Job description

Join our dedicated team at the Infusion Pharmacy at TriHealth, where compassion, exceptional service, and unwavering commitment define everything we do. We are currently seeking a certified Hospital Pharmacy Technician III to play a pivotal role in ensuring quality healthcare for our patients. This role involves assisting pharmacists in the preparation, distribution, and delivery of medications across various hospital units, including inpatient, outpatient, emergency, and operating rooms. By maintaining a sterile environment and preparing specialized compounds such as chemotherapy, this position embodies precision and care. With proficiency in electronic health records and pharmacy automation systems, this opportunity offers the chance to broaden skills while making a meaningful impact on patient care.

Job Overview:

A Hospital Pharmacy Technician III is a key healthcare professional in our pharmacy operations. Under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist, the pharmacy technician assists in distributing medications to patients in inpatient and outpatient units, the emergency room, and the operating room. Responsibilities include selecting, counting, compounding, packing, labeling, and delivering medications. The technician also prepares sterile compounds, including chemotherapy and hazardous substances, and maintains the sterile environment in the IV Room. Proficiency in accessing and viewing the electronic health record and pharmacy automated systems is required. The technician will work in multiple areas of the pharmacy to maintain competency and broaden skills.

Work Hours:

• PRN - Optional

Job Requirements:

• High School Degree or GED
• Active National Pharm Tech Certification (CPhT) through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or ExCPT Certification by the National Healthcareer Association
• Active registration with the Ohio Board of Pharmacy as a Certified Pharmacy Technician
• Proficiency in compounding sterile products and maintaining a sterile environment
• Up to 1 year of technical pharmacy experience as a Pharmacy Technician II is required to move into the Pharmacy Technician III position (internal)

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist the pharmacist in preparing, dispensing, and distributing compounded sterile products, including chemotherapy and hazardous medications, following current guidelines and policies (USP 797, USP 800, ASHP, NIOSH, and Board of Pharmacy regulations)
• Perform hand hygiene, garbing, and cleaning/disinfecting the hoods and room according to policy, and keep accurate cleaning logs
• Prioritize IV medication production and dispose of IV and chemotherapy/hazardous waste appropriately
• Adhere to all safety requirements when handling, preparing, labeling, and disposing of chemotherapy and hazardous medications
• Assist in non-sterile medication preparation by selecting, counting, compounding, packaging, scanning, labeling, filling, and delivering medications per department guidelines
• Operate and maintain Automated Dispensing Machines, including loading/refilling/unloading, managing outdated inventory, and resolving discrepancies
• Accurately fill stock orders, emergency carts, and boxes in a timely manner
• Transport medications from the pharmacy to other areas (tubing, cart delivery, IV Run, STAT, etc.)
• Maintain accurate controlled substances inventory (CII-CV) and review controlled substance records, reporting any unresolved discrepancies to a supervisor immediately
• Optimize workflow by efficiently completing job duties and prioritizing workload, demonstrating good technical and procedural judgment
• Use pharmacy technology appropriately, following department standards and workflows, and maintain pharmacy automation systems
• Access patient information, process in-basket Rx messages, and print labels in the Electronic Health Record
• Respond professionally to requests from pharmacists, nurses, physicians, patients, or other personnel via telephone, in writing, or in person
• Assist in training new employees

Other Job-Related Information:

• Must be a Pharmacy Technician II to be eligible to move into the Pharmacy Technician III position
• Required to train in compounding sterile hazardous medications and be available to compound hazardous medications as needed
• Will work with hazardous and toxic substances

Working Conditions:

• Climbing: Rarely
• Concentrating: Consistently
• Continuous Learning: Consistently
• Hearing: Consistently
• Interpersonal Communication: Consistently
• Kneeling: Rarely
• Lifting <10 Lbs: Consistently
• Lifting 50+ Lbs: Rarely
• Lifting 11-50 Lbs: Occasionally
• Pulling: Rarely
• Pushing: Frequently
• Reaching: Consistently
• Reading: Consistently
• Sitting: Occasionally
• Standing: Consistently
• Stooping: Frequently
• Thinking/Reasoning: Consistently
• Use of Hands: Consistently
• Color Vision: Consistently
• 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

Job keyword:

Infusion pharmacy, Sterile compounding, IV preparation, Medication dispensing, Pharmacy operations, Aseptic techniques, Hazardous drug handling, Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT), PTCB or ExCPT certification, State pharmacy technician registration, Accredited Pharmacy Technician, Chemotherapy Pharmacy Technician (Chemo Pharmacy Technician), Compounding Technician