PHARMACY TECH - CERTIFIED

System Support; Ohmer Park (OH); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Miami Valley Hospital's Pharmacy department is seeking a licensed pharmacy technician to work under pharmacist supervision. Responsibilities include entering and retrieving patient data, preparing labels, stocking dangerous drugs, and assisting with both non-sterile and sterile compounding after training.

The role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and adherence to regulatory standards. The technician must demonstrate strong communication, be proficient with pharmacy software, and collaborate with

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent (GED) is required.
• Completion of ASHP/ACPE-accredited technician education preferred.
• Certified Pharmacy Technician credential (PTCB) or eligible within 45 days of hire; Ohio Board of Pharmacy registration or eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Enter and retrieve information from patient profiles/databases.
• Prepare and affix labels for medications.
• Stock dangerous drugs and retrieve from inventory.
• Count and pour dangerous drugs into containers.
• Handle dangerous drugs prior to dispensing by a pharmacist.
• Sterile and non-sterile compounding after site-specific training.
• Stock automated storage systems, floor stock and crash carts.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal and written communication

Problem solving

Read/write English

Microsoft Office proficiency

Pharmacy software familiarity

Team player

Scheduling flexibility

Education

High school diploma / GED

ASHP/ACPE-accredited technician education

PTCB certification or eligibility (Ohio)

Tools

Pharmacy software

Labeling / printing equipment

Job description

General Summary/Responsibilities:STATUS: Full-Time / 80h per pay periodDepartment: PharmacyShifts: variedFacility: Miami Valley HospitalA certified pharmacy technician, under the direct supervision of a pharmacist, engage in the following activities to the extent that the activities do not require the exercise of professional judgment:Entering information into and retrieving information from a database or patient profilePreparing and affixing labelsStocking dangerous drugs and retrieving those drugs from inventoryCounting and pouring dangerous drugs into containersPlacing dangerous drugs into containers prior to dispensing by a pharmacistNon-sterile drug compounding following the completion of site-specific trainingSterile drug compounding following the completion of a site-specific trainingStocking automated drug storage systems, floor stock, and crash cartsQualificationsEducationMinimum Level of Education Required: High School completion / GEDPreferred educational qualifications: Completion of an ASHP/ACPE-accredited technician education and training programLicensure/Certification/RegistrationCertified Pharmacy Technician through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB)Registration with the State of Ohio Board of Pharmacy as a “Certified Pharmacy Technician” or eligible for registration within 45 days of hire.ExperienceMinimum Level of Experience Required: No prior job-related work experiencePreferred experience: Prior hospital, long-term care or retail experience preferredKnowledge/SkillsPossess good interpersonal skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and problem solving skillsAble to read and write printed material in EnglishProficiency with computer keyboard operationsProficiency with Microsoft Office applications preferredAbility to compute simple algebraic ratios, volume/volume percentage and weight/volume percentageAbility to troubleshoot problems and/or do minor maintenance on all pharmacy equipment, printers, computers and telecommunication equipment with adequate training in the pharmacy. Must be familiar with pharmacy softwarePossess ability to work well with other health care workers and perform as team memberFlexibility in scheduling essential as mentor/trainer of new coworkers