7 on / 7 off Pharmacy Technician

Emory Healthcare; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Emory Healthcare in Atlanta seeks a Pharmacy Technician to assist pharmacists with medication preparation, packaging, distribution, and record-keeping. You will maintain inventory, comply with USP/DEA/FDA guidelines, operate automation, and support accurate patient charging and profiling.

Responsibilities include assisting with timely medication distribution, responding to inquiries, and participating in training and quality assurance to ensure safe patient care.

Qualifications

• ASHP-accredited technician training or enrollment preferred.
• CPhT certification and active Georgia registration or internship license required.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Procure, prepare, package, and distribute medications under pharmacist supervision.
• Maintain and stock inventory; re-order items to ensure availability.
• Comply with USP/DEA/FDA guidelines and operate department automation.
• Maintain accurate records and patient profiles, including billing.
• Respond to inquiries, triage requests, and support timely patient care.
• Participate in training, quality assurance, and safety procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Inventory management

Communication

Time management

Regulatory compliance

Education

ASHP accredited technician training program or enrollment

CPhT certification (PTCB or NHA)

Active Georgia Pharmacy Technician registration or Pharmacy Intern license

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Overview

Shift: 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Description

• Under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist, procure, prepare, package, distribute, and dispose medications and pharmaceutical supplies to assist the department in providing quality pharmaceutical care for all patients.
• Maintain an established inventory of drugs and commonly used supplies; re-order and stock items upon delivery to ensure immediate availability.
• Maintain competency and follow departmental, USP, DEA, and FDA guidelines when repackaging and compounding pharmaceutical products.
• Properly operate, troubleshoot, monitor, and clean departmental automation and equipment.
• Ensure pharmacist product verification and facilitate the timely and appropriate distribution of medications to maintain product integrity.
• Maintain accurate records and patient profiles, including charging and crediting.
• Respond promptly to customers’ needs by answering phone calls, receiving and distributing messages, and triaging requests appropriately.
• Understand and implement appropriate time management and prioritization of tasks to ensure timely and safe patient care.
• Assist with operational support functions, including minor housekeeping activities and department cleaning/disinfecting/decontaminating standards to maintain the work area.
• Conduct regular quality assurance inspections focused on TJC requirements, including the examination of product integrity and expiration.
• Maintain competency and follow departmental, OSHA, USP, and EPA guidelines to safely and accurately handle, prepare, distribute, and dispose of hazardous and non‑hazardous products.
• Participate in professional activities and organizations to maintain knowledge of current trends, practices, and developments.
• Complete all required training and competency assessments in a timely fashion.
• Attend educational in‑services as appropriate.
• Assist in the orientation and training of new personnel.
• Serve as a resource for less experienced staff, providing technical information and guidance in pharmacy techniques and policies to ensure the delivery of efficient, quality service.
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
• Successful completion of an ASHP accredited technician training program or enrollment in a professional‑related school preferred.
• 6 months experience as a Pharmacy Technician or completion of an ASHP‑accredited tech training program preferred.
• Current CPhT certification through either PTCB or NHA and active Georgia Pharmacy Technician registration, or current enrollment in an accredited School of Pharmacy with a current Georgia Pharmacy Intern license.
• Must maintain certification and registration through the entire length of employment.

Physical Requirements

Medium‑Heavy. 36–75 lbs, 0–33% of the work day (occasionally); 20–35 lbs, 34–66% of the work day (frequently); 10–20 lbs, 67–100% of the work day (constantly); lifting 75 lbs max; carrying objects up to 35 lbs; occasional to frequent standing & walking; occasional sitting; close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing). Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

Environmental Factors

Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: blood‑borne pathogens, bio‑hazardous waste, chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors, communicable diseases, electrical shock, floor surfaces, hot/cold temperatures, indoor/outdoor conditions, latex, lighting, patient care/handling injuries, radiation. Shift work and travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, may be required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.