Lead Pharmacy Technician - Pediatrics

Cleveland Clinic; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus of $2,500

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Training programs

Job summary

JobRx, Inc. in Cleveland is seeking a Lead Pharmacy Technician - Pediatrics to work at the Cleveland Clinic Main Campus. This role emphasizes pediatric medication distribution and supports inpatient units in a leading health system.

The successful candidate will manage pharmacy workflows, inventory, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe medication practices. Candidates must hold a High School Diploma, CPhT certification, and have relevant experience in pediatrics.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience as a pharmacy technician.
• Ability to identify solutions applying pharmacy standards.
• Educate and train others effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and provide feedback to pharmacy staff.
• Create quality control reports for management.
• Serve as a technical resource with full technician capabilities.

Skills

Pharmacy standards

Pediatrics knowledge

Training and educational ability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT)

Job description

Job Title

Lead Pharmacy Technician - Pediatrics

Location

Cleveland

Facility

Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

Department

Pharmacy Pediatrics-Main Campus Hospital

Job Code

C1638E

Shift

Variable

Schedule

6:00am-2:30pm / 2:00pm-10:30pm

Sign-On Bonus

*This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus of $2,500*

Job Overview

The Lead Pharmacy Technician - Pediatrics role is based at Cleveland Clinic Main Campus with a primary assignment in the Pediatric Pharmacy Satellite, supporting pediatric inpatient units, the pediatric satellite pharmacy, and CCCHR services, with limited and structured float coverage. This position operates within a large, multi-specialty academic medical center and focuses on pediatric medication distribution across high-acuity inpatient and specialty service lines. The lead technician works closely with pediatric pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, pediatric nurses, unit leadership, and interdisciplinary care teams, while also providing indirect Main Campus support through an on‑call technician program and coordination with central pharmacy teams during coverage needs. Responsibilities include supporting pediatric medication distribution workflows, maintaining and managing pediatric medication inventory, assisting with deliveries to pediatric units and satellites, coordinating pediatric‑specific medication needs with pharmacists, participating in on‑call and downtime support, and ensuring compliance with pediatric safety and regulatory standards. This highly collaborative role emphasizes accuracy, safety, clear communication, and reliability, with a technician‑to‑unit coverage model built on shared accountability in support of safe, effective pediatric patient care.

Shift Expectations

A caregiver in this role will work primarily day shift from 6:00am to 2:30pm and evening shifts from 2:00pm to 10:30pm every 4th week. Weekend rotations occur every 4th weekend. There is an expectation to work 3 holidays per year.

Key Responsibilities

• Interact with and review work of caregivers, providing feedback to ensure maximized output and efficiency.
• Create and present quality control reports to management regarding team performance and throughput.
• Ensure caregivers are adequately trained and oriented to the work area.
• Provide on‑site re‑training.
• Serve as a technical resource.
• Work in staff capacity and possess the ability to perform all technician functions.
• Help with media fill testing.

Minimum Qualifications

• Two years of experience as a pharmacy technician within the assigned relevant practice area.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to identify and develop solutions applying appropriate pharmacy standards and policies.
• Ability to educate and train others, including how to plan and direct their efforts.

Licensing and Certification Requirements

• Must be a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) OR the National HealthCareer Association (NHA).
• Must hold an active registration through the Ohio Board of Pharmacy (OBOP) as either a Certified Pharmacy Technician, Registered Pharmacy Technician, or Pharmacy Technician Trainee. If certified but current status with the Ohio Board of Pharmacy (OBOP) is Registered Pharmacy Technician or Pharmacy Technician Trainee it is required to update registration status to a Certified Pharmacy Technician with the OBOP within six months of hire.
• Note: A status as a Pharmacy Technician Trainee with OBOP does not qualify for this role. However, please visit the apprenticeship program to express interest: https://talentcommunity.clevelandclinic.org/campaign/apprentiship-programs/

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of a formal Pharmacy Technician training program.
• Prior experience in pediatrics.

Physical Requirements

• Typical physician demands include the ability to perform functions of the job while standing, reaching, stretching, and manual dexterity sufficient to perform computer functions of the job.
• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs. while walking, stooping, bending and reaching; ability to transport up to 250 lbs.

Personal Protective Equipment

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Legal and Safety Information

The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in a drug‑free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances. Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption. Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions are made on the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. Information provided on this application may be shared with any Cleveland Clinic Health System facility. Cleveland Clinic is a pleased to be an equal employment opportunity employer.