Hospital Pharmacy Technician: IV Admixtures & Sterile Prep

Rhode Island Hospital; Rhode Island; On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Rhode Island Hospital in Providence is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to support pharmacists in formulation, preparation, dispensing and delivery of medications in accordance with policies, procedures, and regulations, with patient age consideration.

The role involves operating EDDS (Omnicell), preparing IV admixtures, maintaining inventory, and assisting in medication safety initiatives under supervision.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent; some college preferred.
• Current Rhode Island Pharmacy Technician licensure or eligibility.
• National Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT) or eligible to sit within 6 months; obtain and maintain within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Assist in formulation and preparation of medications under supervision.
• Operate electronic drug dispensing system (EDDS) for inventory control.
• Prepare intravenous admixtures using aseptic technique per records and pharmacist approval.
• Deliver medications to clinics and patient care areas; manage inventory and reconciliations.
• Participate in quality improvement and medication safety initiatives.

Skills

basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Omnicell

EDDS (Electronic Drug Dispensing System)

Job description

Rhode Island Hospital in Providence is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to support pharmacists in formulation, preparation, dispensing and delivery of medications in accordance with policies, procedures, and regulations, with patient age consideration.

The role involves operating EDDS (Omnicell), preparing IV admixtures, maintaining inventory, and assisting in medication safety initiatives under supervision.