Hospital Pharmacy Tech - Pediatric Care & IV Prep

Children's National Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage and benefits

Tuition assistance and wellness perks

401(k) retirement plan

Life/AD&D/Disability insurance

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Children’s National Hospital in Washington, DC seeks a Pharmacy Technician to support Pharmacists with technical duties and training for new staff. You will ensure accurate data entry, manage medication orders, and collaborate with the health care team to meet patient needs while adhering to hospital policies and legal requirements.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, with an Associate’s degree in a science-related field preferred.

Qualifications

• Accurate data entry skills.

Responsibilities

• Order Processing – fill, sort and deliver medication orders accurately and promptly.
• IV Preparation – perform basic calculations and ensure accuracy.
• Inventory Control – monitor stock, notify purchasers for low items, inspect for expiry.
• Purchasing and Invoicing – coordinate drug purchases and process invoices.
• Customer Service – communicate effectively with patients and healthcare staff, respond to needs.
• Maintain Pyxis medication levels and accuracy of placement.

Skills

Data entry

English fluency

Time management

Communication

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s Degree in science-related field

DC Pharmacy Technician License (CPhT)

Job description

Children’s National Hospital in Washington, DC seeks a Pharmacy Technician to support Pharmacists with technical duties and training for new staff. You will ensure accurate data entry, manage medication orders, and collaborate with the health care team to meet patient needs while adhering to hospital policies and legal requirements.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, with an Associate’s degree in a science-related field preferred.