Pharmacy Technician

Cardinal Health; Aiken (SC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off

Health savings account (HSA)

401k savings plan

Paid parental leave

Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

Disability coverage

Job summary

Cardinal Health is seeking a Technician II, Health Systems Pharmacy for PAM Rehabilitation Hospital of Aiken. The role supports Pharmacists in daily operations, prepares and fills prescriptions, and ensures timely, accurate order fulfillment.

Hours are Monday–Friday, 8:00–4:30, with weekends and holidays closed. The position requires a SC pharmacy technician license, strong communication, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a regulated hospital environment.

Qualifications

• SC pharmacy technician license required.
• IV certification preferred.
• PTCB certification preferred.
• In-patient hospital pharmacy experience preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Customer service oriented and detail focused.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacists in filling prescription orders as permitted by State Boards of Pharmacy.
• Prepare medication for dispensing, packaging and shipment.
• Take inventory, place orders, stock shelves and remove out-of-date items.
• Enter medical supply orders in the pharmacy system.
• Communicate with patients, clinics, caregivers and physicians in a professional manner.
• Process returned medications for credit or destruction.
• Input patient data and prescription information into the system.
• Maintain knowledge of and comply with applicable pharmacy laws and regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Pharmacy technician license

IV Certification

PTCB certification

In-patient hospital experience

Customer service

Verbal and written communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

SC pharmacy technician license

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

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.

This is a fulltime pharmacy technician role at PAM Rehabilitation Hospital of Aiken. Pharmacy business hours are Monday-Friday from 8:00-4:30, closed on weekends and company holidays.

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 diploma or equivalentpreferred.
• SC pharmacy technician license.
• IV Certification Preferred
• National pharmacy technician certification (PTCB) Preferred
• In-patient hospital pharmacy experience preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Ability to work in a group.
• 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.
• Flexibility in working schedule.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 35 pounds.
• Ability to bend, reach, stoop, lift and stand for entire shift.
• Vendor Credentialing may be required

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: $ 16.40 - $21.15 per hour

Bonus eligible: No

Benefits: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Paid time off plan
• Health savings account (HSA)
• 401k savings plan
• Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Work-Life resources
• Paid parental leave
• Healthy lifestyle programs

Application window anticipated to close: 10/11/2026

The hourly range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographical location, relevant education, experience and skill and an evaluation of internal pay equity.

Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

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/Affirmative Action 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.