Pharmacy Technician

Louisiana State University School of Veterinary Medicine; Baton Rouge (LA); Presencial; USD 35 000 - 42 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

LSU Veterinary Teaching Hospital in Baton Rouge, LA seeks a detail-oriented Pharmacy Technician to join as Omnicell Compliance Specialist. This on-site role focuses on Omnicell system administration, medication safety, and regulatory compliance within a hospital setting.

Ideal candidates have a valid Louisiana pharmacy license and CPhT, with experience in automated dispensing systems. Veterinary experience is not required, but human hospital pharmacy experience is advantageous.

Qualificações

• Active Pharmacy Technician license in good standing with the Louisiana Board of Pharmacy.
• Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT).
• Bachelor's degree or Associate degree in Pharmacy Technology with relevant experience; or CPhT with relevant experience.
• Experience with automated dispensing systems, such as Omnicell or Pyxis.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently.
• Proficiency with pharmacy computer systems and electronic medical records.

Responsabilidades

• Serve as the primary administrator of Omnicell automated dispensing cabinets, including system configuration, inventory management, troubleshooting, and optimization.
• Perform daily controlled substance audits, cycle counts, reconciliation, and discrepancy investigations.
• Review Omnicell transactions, electronic medical records, and medication administration documentation to ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Generate and analyze system reports to identify discrepancies, monitor medication usage, and support quality improvement initiatives.
• Manage medication inventory within automated dispensing systems, including restocking, expiration monitoring, and inventory adjustments.
• Collaborate with pharmacy leadership, veterinarians, veterinary technicians, and hospital staff to promote medication safety and efficient workflows.
• Train and support hospital personnel on proper Omnicell use and established medication management procedures.
• Assist with daily pharmacy operations, including prescription processing, medication preparation, sterile and non-sterile compounding, and inventory coordination.

Conhecimentos

Organizational skills

Pharmacy computer systems

Communication

Problem-solving

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree

Associate degree in Pharmacy Technology

CPhT with experience

Ferramentas

Omnicell

Pyxis

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Pharmacy Technician – Omnicell Compliance Specialist

LSU Veterinary Teaching Hospital | Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Full-Time | On-Site (Not Remote)

About the Position

The LSU Veterinary Teaching Hospital is seeking an experienced, motivated, and detail-oriented Certified Pharmacy Technician to join our pharmacy team as an Omnicell Compliance Specialist.

This position serves as the primary administrator of our Omnicell automated dispensing systems and plays an essential role in medication safety, controlled substance compliance, inventory management, and pharmacy operations throughout the hospital.

The ideal candidate is a self-motivated professional who enjoys problem-solving, working independently, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary healthcare team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced pharmacy technician interested in expanding their expertise in pharmacy automation, regulatory compliance, and hospital pharmacy operations.

Previous veterinary pharmacy experience is not required. Experience in human hospital pharmacy is highly transferable to this position.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary administrator of Omnicell automated dispensing cabinets, including system configuration, inventory management, troubleshooting, and optimization.
• Perform daily controlled substance audits, cycle counts, reconciliation, and discrepancy investigations.
• Review Omnicell transactions, electronic medical records, and medication administration documentation to ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Generate and analyze system reports to identify discrepancies, monitor medication usage, and support quality improvement initiatives.
• Manage medication inventory within automated dispensing systems, including restocking, expiration monitoring, and inventory adjustments.
• Collaborate with pharmacy leadership, veterinarians, veterinary technicians, and hospital staff to promote medication safety and efficient workflows.
• Train and support hospital personnel on proper Omnicell use and established medication management procedures.
• Assist with daily pharmacy operations, including prescription processing, medication preparation, sterile and non-sterile compounding, and inventory coordination.

Qualifications

Required:

• Active Pharmacy Technician license in good standing with the Louisiana Board of Pharmacy.
• Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT).
• Bachelor's degree; OR associate's degree in Pharmacy Technology with at least 2 years of applicable experience; OR CPhT with at least 3 years of applicable experience.
• Experience with automated dispensing systems, such as Omnicell or Pyxis.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently.
• Proficiency with pharmacy computer systems and electronic medical records.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.

Preferred:

• Five or more years of pharmacy technician experience.
• Hospital pharmacy experience.
• Experience with controlled substance management, auditing, reconciliation, and discrepancy resolution.
• Familiarity with DEA and Board of Pharmacy regulations.
• Experience with sterile and non-sterile compounding.

What Success Looks Like

A successful Omnicell Compliance Specialist takes ownership of the hospital's automated dispensing systems, maintains accurate medication inventories, proactively identifies and resolves discrepancies, and ensures compliance with applicable regulatory requirements.

This individual serves as a reliable resource for pharmacy staff and veterinary clinicians while contributing to safe, efficient medication management across the hospital.

Why Join Our Team?

The LSU Veterinary Teaching Hospital offers a unique pharmacy practice environment where pharmacy professionals collaborate with veterinary specialists, clinicians, and students to support patient care, education, and research.

This position provides an opportunity to develop specialized expertise in pharmacy automation and controlled substance compliance while making a meaningful contribution to medication safety and hospital operations.

Location: Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Schedule: Full-time, on-site. Hours: 8am-5pm M-F

Compensation: Commensurate with qualifications and experience. Pay range is $25.73 to $30.72

Application Deadline: December 10, 2026.