Part Time Pharmacy Technician

Cardinal Health; Town of Hammond (WI); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k contributions

Paid Time Off

Wages advance via myFlexPay

Job summary

Cardinal Health manages the pharmacy at Serenity Oaks Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospital in Hammond, LA. We are hiring a part-time Pharmacy Technician II to support pharmacists in daily operations, including filling prescriptions, inventory, and order processing.

You will ensure accurate, timely handling of orders and maintain compliance with regulations. You will interact with patients, clinics and care teams to ensure smooth fulfillment and data accuracy.

Qualifications

• Requires Louisiana pharmacy technician license and basic pharmacy operations knowledge.
• Preferred certification with PTCB.
• Experience in inpatient hospital pharmacy is a plus.
• High school diploma or equivalent is acceptable with related experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacists in filling prescriptions as allowed by state law.
• Prepare medications for dispensing, packaging and shipment.
• Take inventory, place orders, stock shelves, and remove out-of-date items.
• Enter patient and prescription data into the pharmacy system.
• Maintain compliance with pharmacy laws and company guidelines.
• Communicate professionally with patients, clinics, and physicians.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Customer service

Pharmacy terminology

Education

Louisiana pharmacy technician license

National pharmacy technician certification (PTCB) preferred

In-patient hospital pharmacy experience preferred

High school degree or equivalent

Job description

What Health System Pharmacy contributes to Cardinal Health Pharmacy Operations is responsible for the safe, efficient and effective coordination of Cardinal Health's pharmacy operations that service acute care hospitals, hospital retail customers, ambulatory care and alternate site facilities, oncology and cardiology practices as well as retail customers. Health System Pharmacy is responsible for providing customized pharmacy program solutions that reduce costs and improve patient care quality for hospitals, health systems and other integrated healthcare providers may also consult with and advise healthcare team on prescribed medications, supplies and related processes.

Job Summary

Cardinal Health manages the pharmacy at Serenity Oaks Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospital located in Hammond, LA. We are currently hiring for a part time pharmacy technician to work 24 hours per week. The facility is open Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm. The Technician II, Health Systems Pharmacy provides assistance to the Pharmacist in the daily operations of the pharmacy. Activities include the preparation of and filling of prescriptions, taking pharmacy inventory and processing product returns. The Technician II, Health Systems Pharmacy ensures that all orders are reviewed by a registered pharmacist and records all activity in compliance with regulatory and company guidelines. This job frequently communicates with customers to ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment of all orders.

Responsibilities

• Assists pharmacists in filling prescription orders as permitted by State Boards of Pharmacy.
• Prepares medication for dispensing, packaging and shipment.
• Takes inventory, places orders, checks in drugs and supplies, stocks shelves and removes out of date items from the inventory.
• Enters medical supply orders in pharmacy system.
• Communicates with all customers (patients, clinics, care-givers, physicians) in an amicable and professional manner.
• Processes returned medications from the facility for credit or destruction.
• Inputs patient data and prescription information into the pharmacy information management system.
• Maintains knowledge of and abides by all applicable pharmacy laws and regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent years of experience preferred.
• Louisiana pharmacy technician license required.
• National pharmacy technician certification (PTCB) preferred.
• In-patient hospital pharmacy experience preferred.
• Ability to work well in a team.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Comfortable performing repetitive motions/tasks.
• Ability to manage several tasks at the same time; Ability to focus on tasks; Ability to evaluate operating conditions; Ability to exercise sound judgment.
• Demonstrated ability to use technology such as computers, smart phones and tablets.
• May require vendor credentialing.

What is expected of you and others at this level

• Applies acquired knowledge and skills to complete standard tasks.
• Readily learns and applies new information and methods to work in assigned area.
• Maintains appropriate licenses, training and certifications.
• Works on routine assignments that require some problem resolution.
• Works within clearly defined standard operating procedures and/or scientific methods.
• Adheres to all quality guidelines.
• Works under moderate degree of supervision.
• Work typically involves regular review of output by work lead or supervisor.
• Refers complex unusual problems to supervisor.

Anticipated hourly range: $17.10 per hour - $21.96 per hour.

Bonus eligible: No

No Benefits: 401k Contributions, Paid Time Off, Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay.

Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

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Headquartered in Dublin, Ohio, Cardinal Health, Inc. (NYSE: CAH) is a distributor of pharmaceuticals, a global manufacturer and distributor of medical and laboratory products, and a provider of performance and data solutions for healthcare facilities. We are a crucial link between the clinical and operational sides of healthcare, delivering end-to-end solutions and data-driving insights that advance healthcare and improve lives every day. With deep partnerships, diverse perspectives and innovative digital solutions, we build connections across the continuum of care. With more than 50 years of experience, we seize the opportunity to address healthcare's most complicated challenges - now, and in the future.