Certified Pharmacy Technician - Inpatient - Days/Evenings

Virginia Commonwealth University Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University Health in Richmond, VA seeks a Certified Pharmacy Technician for inpatient care across day and evening shifts. The role supports pharmacists in medication preparation, dispensing, and patient care, with opportunities to learn during a transitional duty period.

The position requires VBOP registration and PTCB/ExCPT certification within 6 months, plus a high school diploma. Weekend and holiday coverage is required in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Virginia Board of Pharmacy registration required.
• PTCB or ExCPT certification required within 6 months of employment.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year pharmacy practice experience preferred.
• Must be available to work all shifts, weekends, holidays, and emergency coverage.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacists in preparation, dispensing, record keeping, and transporting medications.
• Learn and complete assignments during the transitional duty period.
• Communicate effectively with all staff members.
• Interacts with other health care practitioners in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Perform tasks designated by the pharmacist with minimal supervision.

Skills

Pharmacy experience

Typing 20-30 wpm

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Keyboard proficiency

Job description

Certified Pharmacy Technician - Inpatient - Days/Evenings### Certified Pharmacy Technician - Inpatient - Days/EveningsApply: Richmond, VA: Full time: Posted Today: R47323The Certified Pharmacy Technician aids pharmacists in providing pharmaceutical care services to patients by assisting in the preparation, dispensing, record keeping, and transporting of medications for all patients including the following age groups: neonatal, pediatric, adolescence, adult, and geriatric. Under minimal supervision, this role performs the required duties of a technician at a high level of proficiency, demonstrating exemplary work behaviors and ownership for the success of the work area.This position also learns, performs and completes assignments/responsibilities assigned during the transitional duty period.Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements: Virginia Board of Pharmacy registration is required. Pharmacy Technician certification from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or The Exam for the Certification of Pharmacy Technicians (ExCPT), is required within 6 months of employment Experience REQUIRED: N/A Experience PREFERRED: One year previous pharmacy practice experience in a similar setting Previous experience using a standard keyboard and typing speed of 20-30 words per minute Education/training REQUIRED: High school diploma or equivalent Education/training PREFERRED: N/A Independent action(s) required: Performs tasks designated by the pharmacist to assist in patient care that do not legally require a pharmacist’s supervision or verification. Communicates effectively with all staff members. Identifies equipment or operational problems and brings them to the attention of a pharmacist or pharmacy manager. Interacts with other health care practitioners in a multidisciplinary environment. Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A Additional position requirements: Must be available to work all shifts, weekends, holidays, and emergency coverage. Age Specific groups served: All Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate): Physical: Lifting 20-50 lbs. Activities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive) Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent, changeCompensation Ranges: Certified Pharmacy Tech I: $21.00 - $28.51 Certified Pharmacy Tech II: $21.00 - $30.79 Certified Pharmacy Tech III: $21.46 - $33.26 Actual Salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.Compensation Ranges: Certified Pharmacy Tech I: $21.00 - $28.51 Certified Pharmacy Tech II: $21.00 - $30.79 Certified Pharmacy Tech III: $21.46 - $33.26 Actual Salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.Rotating