Investigational Drug Services Pharmacy Technician

OU Health; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

PTO

401(k)

Job summary

OU Health in Oklahoma City seeks an Inpatient Pharmacy Technician to support medication preparation, distribution, and sterile compounding under pharmacist supervision.

The role covers ADC filling, IV admixtures, inventory, EMR documentation, and cross-functional teamwork in a fast-paced hospital setting. Level II or III based on experience, with a full-time schedule and competitive rewards.

Qualifications

• Education and licensure must meet the Oklahoma requirements and timeline.
• Experience in inpatient pharmacy operations is preferred.
• Familiarity with sterile and nonsterile compounding processes.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, labels, and delivers medications under pharmacist supervision.
• Fills ADCs, unit dose cassettes, and carts accurately per procedures.
• Performs sterile and nonsterile compounding including IV admixtures.
• Maintains inventory, conducts routine counts, and documents orders.

Skills

Pharmacy technician

Sterile compounding

IV admixtures

EMR documentation

Team communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree (Level III)

Tools

EMR systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Title: Investigational Drug Services Pharmacy Technician

Department: SCC Pharmacy

Ask your recruiter about our competitive wages and total rewards package!

This position may be filled as levels II, or III, depending on individual experience, education, certification(s), and business need.

Scheduling: Full Time - Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 5:30pm

General Description:

The Inpatient Pharmacy Technician is responsible for performing a wide range of inpatient pharmacy technician duties related to medication preparation, distribution, inventory management, and sterile compounding under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist. This role demonstrates increasing independence, supports daily inpatient pharmacy operations, and serves as a resource.

Essential Responsibilities:

Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities, with or without an accommodation, may result in disqualification from the position.

• Prepares, labels, and delivers medications accurately and timely under pharmacist supervision.
• Independently fills automated dispensing cabinets (ADCs), unit dose cassettes, and medication carts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with established procedures.
• Performs sterile and nonsterile compounding, including IV admixtures, chemotherapy, and total parenteral nutrition (TPN) in accordance with USP 797/800, and departmental standards.
• Restocks and maintains crash carts, emergency kits, and decentralized pharmacy locations according to established schedules and documentation requirements.
• Accurately enters, fills, and documents medication orders in the pharmacy information system and electronic medical record.
• Assists with batch preparation of sterile products and supports workflow in the IV room or other assigned areas.
• Maintains cleanliness, organization, and inventory within assigned pharmacy work areas, including IV rooms and satellite locations.
• Troubleshoots routine issues with automated dispensing cabinets, barcode scanning, and medication distribution workflows.
• Monitors medication inventory levels, expiration dates, and usage trends to prevent shortages or waste, escalating concerns as appropriate.
• Assists with receiving, checking in, and shelving medications and supplies from vendors.
• Participates in daily physical inventory counts and reports unreconciled discrepancies promptly to pharmacy leadership.
• Communicates effectively with pharmacists, nurses, and other healthcare staff to resolve routine medicationrelated issues.
• Assists with onboarding and training Pharmacy Technician I staff by demonstrating proper procedures and reinforcing safety and workflow expectations.
• Complies with all regulatory, safety, infection control, and quality standards.
• Completes annual skills assessments and competency validations.

General Responsibilities:

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Level II Minimum Qualifications:

Education: High school diploma or GED required.

Experience: At least three (3) years of experience as a pharmacy technician required.

License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: Active permit as a Pharmacy Technician by the Oklahoma State Board of Pharmacy within 6 weeks of hire.

Level III Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Associate's degree required.

Experience: At least five (5) years of experience as a pharmacy technician required.

License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: Active permit as a Pharmacy Technician by the Oklahoma State Board of Pharmacy within 6 weeks of hire. National Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT) required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Proficient computer and math skills applicable to inpatient pharmacy operations.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply written procedures and policies.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Customer service-oriented mindset.
• EMR documentation experience.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fastpaced inpatient healthcare environment.

OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.