Inpatient Pharmacy Tech PRN

3M HEALTHCARE; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401(k)

Medical and dental plans

Job summary

OU Health in Oklahoma City seeks an Inpatient Pharmacy Technician (PRN) to assist in the preparation and distribution of medications under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist. The role involves stocking, IV admixture support, and maintaining inventory records in a fast-paced hospital pharmacy environment.

Minimum qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED, 0–3 years of experience, and a Pharmacy Technician license within six weeks of placement.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic science and math.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations.
• Good interpersonal skills for working with staff and coworkers.
• Proficiency with computer systems and software in a pharmacy setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and dispense medications under supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
• Transport orders to pickup sites and restock as needed.
• Refill patient medication cassettes and maintain logs.
• Prepare IV admixtures and document work performed.
• Rotate stock to reduce outdating and manage inventory records.
• Assist in receiving, checking in and shelving medications from vendors.

Skills

General science knowledge

Basic math calculations

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Position Overview

Inpatient Pharmacy Technician (PRN), Pharmacy Department.

General Description

Under direct supervision, performs tasks involved in preparation and distribution of medications checked by a licensed pharmacist.

Essential Responsibilities

• Place properly packaged medication in labeled containers after verified order entry by a Doctor of Pharmacy.
• Transport completed medication orders to designated pick-up sites as needed.
• Refill patient medication cassettes.
• Participate in restocking of automated dispensing machines subject to verification by a Doctor of Pharmacy and file reports as needed.
• Prepare IV admixtures and document work.
• Deliver IV fluids to patient care areas and retrieve unused or unneeded IV fluids for return to the pharmacy unit.
• Fill requests for floor stock medications and document completion of order.
• Assist in keeping a log of medications and supplies that need to be reordered.
• Participate in debit/credit routines for pharmacy charges to help ensure the patient receives a timely and accurate bill.
• Assist in receiving, checking in, and shelving medications when received from vendors.
• Assist in the stock replenishment of decentralized/satellite pharmacy units as requested.
• Rotate stock as needed to reduce outdating.
• Maintain IV room/preparation area stock of IV base fluids and additives.
• Rotate stock consistently to avoid outdating.
• File patient‑specific physician orders.
• Prepare verification of use forms, drug supply, and maintain a PC‑based inventory database for Controlled Dangerous Substances.
• Participate in daily physical count and report unreconciled pharmacy stock discrepancies to the Pharmacy Supervisor or Director immediately.

General Responsibilities

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience: 0–3 years of experience.
• License: Permit as a Pharmacy Technician by the Oklahoma State Board of Pharmacy within the first six weeks after placement.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of general science and mathematics.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations.
• Good interpersonal skills for developing effective working relationships with staff and coworkers.
• Good computer skills.

Benefits

OU Health offers a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. A total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, creates peace of mind for you and your family.

Equal Employment Opportunity

OU Health is an equal opportunity employer.