Pharmacy Tech II: Drug Distribution & Training

JobRx, Inc.; Kentucky; On-site; USD 24,796 - 35,817; Full time

Job summary

WH Wheeling Hospital Inc. is seeking an Operations Pharmacy Technician II to assist in drug distribution under pharmacist supervision.

The role involves preparing unit-dose medications, reading prescriptions, and delivering medications in a non-exempt, full-time capacity at the Bellaire, Ohio site. Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma, a valid state pharmacy technician license, and national certification (PTCB/NHA) or eligibility with a 15-month credentialing window.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must hold state-approved Pharmacy Technician license or trainee license in the state where services are provided.
• PTCB or NHA national certification required or must be obtained within 15 months if applicant has ≥2 years of pharmacy experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare unit-dose medications and deliver medications.
• Read prescriptions and prepare medications for dispensing, including pediatric/geriatric forms.
• Understand standard pharmaceutical terms and abbreviations used in dispensing medications.
• Communicate with patients or caregivers about medication, possession, and delivery.
• Prepare and label parenteral/prescription products and medications.
• Maintain inventory and replace outdated or depleted medications.
• Prepare non-intravenous medications and pediatric formulations.
• Keep accurate records for controlled substances.
• Perform dosage calculations for medications.
• Prepack medications and maintain related records.
• Keep pharmacy service areas clean and orderly.
• Assist in training of pharmacy technicians.

Skills

Unit-dose medications

Patient communication

Medication distribution

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

State Pharmacy Technician License (MD/OH/PA/WV)

PTCB or NHA Certification

Associates degree or post-high school science education

Pharmacy technician training program

Job description

WH Wheeling Hospital Inc. is seeking an Operations Pharmacy Technician II to assist in drug distribution under pharmacist supervision.

The role involves preparing unit-dose medications, reading prescriptions, and delivering medications in a non-exempt, full-time capacity at the Bellaire, Ohio site. Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma, a valid state pharmacy technician license, and national certification (PTCB/NHA) or eligibility with a 15-month credentialing window.