NIGHT SHIFT- Inpatient Pharmacy Technician

Sentara Healthcare Inc; Norfolk, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital in Norfolk, VA is hiring a full-time Inpatient Pharmacy Technician for night shifts (7p–7a). The role involves filling and delivering medications under supervision, ensuring supply availability, and supporting patient care in a hospital setting.

The position offers a $5,000 sign-on bonus for qualified candidates with competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits. A Virginia Pharmacy Tech License is required, with preferred CPhT certification.

Qualifications

• Pharmacy technician license required by state of practice.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with hospital or inpatient pharmacy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Fill and deliver medications under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist or practitioner.
• Ensure adequate medication supplies for continuous patient care.
• Triage questions outside the technician scope and escalate as needed.
• Use pharmacy systems to process patient information accurately.
• Maintain quality assurance per departmental and legal requirements.

Skills

Pharmacy license

Attention to detail

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Epic

Omnicell

Job description

Sentara is hiring a Full-time Inpatient Pharmacy Technician at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital in Norfolk, VA.

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus for Qualified Candidates!

Location: Norfolk, VA- Sentara Norfolk General Hospital

Status: Nights 7p-7am

Hours: 7 days on 7 days off

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus for Qualified Candidates!

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Pharmacy Technicians perform care delivery and dispensing under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist or licensed independent practitioner.

• Fills and delivers medications under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist/licensed independent practitioner
• Ensures adequate supplies are available for continuous patient care
• Triages and escalates any questions or issues outside the pharmacy technician's scope of practice as needed
• Uses appropriate systems for processing patient information
• Ensures quality assurance is maintained according to departmental and legal requirements
• Operates pharmacy equipment appropriately
• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.
• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.
• A pharmacy technician license is required in the state of practice

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalent

Certification/Licensure

• Virginia Pharmacy Tech License (Required)
• CPhT License (Received through the NHA or PTCB) (Preferred)

Experience

• Previous Pharmacy Experience (preferred)

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*Hours may vary to meet pharmacy staffing needs.

We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay range for full-time employment is $23.50 - $36.36 hourly. Additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, on-call pay, overtime, shift premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Compensation within the range may vary based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs.Sentara offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; 401(k)/403(b) with employer match; paid time off (vacation, sick time, and holidays); paid parental and military leave; educational assistance or student loan repayment; and voluntary benefits.

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, located in Norfolk, VA, is a 525-bed tertiary care facility that is home to the only Level I Adult Trauma Center and burn trauma unit in Hampton Roads, and also serves as the primary teaching hospital for Eastern Virginia Medical School. In addition to the high-quality heart program at Sentara Heart Hospital, our facility is home to Nightingale Regional Air Ambulance and several other dedicated facilities and specialized services. As a recognized accredited Comprehensive Stroke Center, and Magnet hospital for nursing excellence, our hospital specializes in heart and vascular, neurosciences, neurosurgery, urology, oncology, spine care, advanced imaging, behavioral health, maternity, and women’s health, including a state-of-the-art neonatal intensive care unit.ed Imaging Center at Sentara Princess Anne Hospital is conveniently located in the heart of Virginia Beach and offers high-speed digital diagnostic equipment that provides faster and more precise results. The center provides one of the region's most advanced imaging technologies interpreted by board certified radiologists specializing in various areas of imaging.