Hospital Pharmacy Technician — IV Prep & Robot Packaging

Independence Health System; Butler (Butler County); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Independence Health System seeks a Pharmacy Technician to support pharmacists in a high-volume hospital setting. You will fill orders, prep medications, handle IV preparations, and ensure accurate medication distribution across patient care areas.

Role requires PA technician registration, strong organizational skills, and the ability to operate Cerner, Acudose, and packaging/robot systems. Local travel between Independence Health locations may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current registration as a pharmacy technician with PA SBOP or trainee registration (not to exceed 2 years).
• Renewal of trainee registration every 6 months if applicable.
• Strong organizational and communication skills; knowledge of legal aspects and liability in nursing practice.

Responsibilities

• Fill new medication orders and cassettes for pharmacist review.
• Assist in reconciliation of missing orders and necessary documentation.
• Deliver and retrieve medications to patient care areas and storage locations.
• Restock automated dispensing cabinets and maintain inventory levels.
• Prepare IV medications and parenteral nutrition per USP 797/800 guidelines.
• Operate and maintain the pharmacy robot and packaging machines.
• Collaborate with pharmacists and other campuses to coordinate pre-packaging needs.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Cerner

Acudose

Robot

Euclid Cadet

Euclid Punch Cadet

Job description

Independence Health System seeks a Pharmacy Technician to support pharmacists in a high-volume hospital setting. You will fill orders, prep medications, handle IV preparations, and ensure accurate medication distribution across patient care areas.

Role requires PA technician registration, strong organizational skills, and the ability to operate Cerner, Acudose, and packaging/robot systems. Local travel between Independence Health locations may be required.