Pharmacy Technician Apprentice - Inpatient

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center in Columbus, OH is hiring a Pharmacy Technician Apprentice to support licensed pharmacists with packaging, preparation, distribution of medications, and maintaining pharmacy records. The role emphasizes inventory control and customer service while ensuring compliance with hospital and pharmacy regulations.

Applicants must be eligible for Ohio State Board of Pharmacy Technician Trainee registration and be at least 17 years old; visa sponsorship is

Qualifications

• Registration with Ohio State Board of Pharmacy as Pharmacy Technician Trainee through an Ohio Public High School Approved Pharmacy Technician Training Program.
• Must be at least 17 years of age.
• The university will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.
• Final candidates are subject to background check; drug screen or physical may be required.

Responsibilities

• Packaging, preparation, and distribution of medications.
• Inventory control and maintaining pharmacy records.
• Customer service and assisting nursing and medical staff as needed.
• Coordinate with the licensed pharmacist and the pharmacy department.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Record keeping

Education

Pharmacy Technician Trainee registration with Ohio State Board of Pharmacy

Job description

Scope of Position

Under the direction of a pharmacist and in coordination with other technicians, the Pharmacy Technician Apprentice is responsible for packaging, preparation, and distribution of medications, inventory control, customer service and maintaining pharmacy records. The Technician must comply with all rules and regulations of the hospital and pharmacy department. Must maintain registration with Ohio State Board of Pharmacy as Pharmacy Technician Trainee through an Ohio Public High School Approved Pharmacy Technician Training Program.

Position Summary

This position functions to assist the licensed pharmacist in providing pharmaceutical services to patients and necessary services and information to nursing and medical staff. These services include preparation and packaging of medications; distribution of medications, supplies, and equipment; maintaining proper inventory levels; ensuring medications are in date and secure; and keeping appropriate records and documentation.

Minimum Qualifications

For Hire: Registration with Ohio State Board of Pharmacy as Pharmacy Technician Trainee through an Ohio Public High School Approved Pharmacy Technician Training Program.

Must be at least 17 years of age.

The university will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

Thank you for your interest in working at Ohio State.

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.