Certified Pharmacy Technician - Specialty Pharmacy Days

Virginia Commonwealth University Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University Health seeks a Certified Pharmacy Technician to support pharmacists in patient care, medication preparation, dispensing, record keeping, and transport across all age groups. The role performs tasks under supervision, with emphasis on accuracy, speed, and collaborative care.

Required credentials include PTCB certification and Virginia licensure; a clean background is essential.

Qualifications

• PTCB certification and Virginia Board of Pharmacy licensure required.
• No felony, drug or pharmacy-related convictions; clean criminal record.
• One year of pharmacy practice experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacists with duties that do not require pharmacist supervision.
• Communicate effectively with staff and healthcare practitioners.
• Identify equipment or operational problems and report to pharmacist or manager.

Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The 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 for Hire:Current certification by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB)Current licensure with the Virginia State Board of PharmacyBy virtue of societal trust and security explicitly imparted to pharmacies for the control of drugs, candidate/incumbent must have a clean criminal record (i.e. no felony conviction; no drug or pharmacy related convictions, including misdemeanors; no denial, suspension, revocation, or restriction of registration or licensure by any State Board of Pharmacy)Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment:Current certification by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB)Current licensure with the Virginia State Board of PharmacyExperience REQUIRED: N/AExperience PREFERRED:One year previous pharmacy practice experience in a similar settingPrevious experience using a standard keyboard and typing speed of 20-30 words per minuteEducation/training REQUIRED:High school diploma or equivalentEducation/training PREFERRED: N/AIndependent 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/AAdditional position requirements:Must be available to work all shifts, weekends, holidays, and emergency coverage.Age Specific groups served: AllPhysical 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 thinkingEmotional: 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.