Pharmacy Technician, Certified or Trainee - Acute Care Pediatrics 100% PM

The University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Iowa is seeking a Pharmacy Technician for Acute Care Pediatrics. This role involves managing medication inventory, compounding products, and ensuring medication security under pharmacist supervision. The position offers full-time hours with shifts from 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM, including weekends. Candidates can apply as either a Technician Trainee or Certified Technician, with specific qualifications required for each role.

Qualifications

• Registered with the Pharmacy Board at hire.
• Certification within one year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory and medication levels in dispensing areas.
• Compounding sterile and non-sterile products.
• Ensure medication security and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Inventory management

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Computer skills

Patient interaction

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Epic

OmnicellXT

MTS-350

Med Carousel

Job description

Pharmacy Technician, Certified or Trainee - Acute Care Pediatrics 100% PM

Under general pharmacist supervision, coordinates and performs technical activities in dispensing areas. Supports development, coordination, and training of assigned areas under the supervision of a technician supervisor. Provides functional supervision as needed. Shifts are 8 hours between 3:00 pm - 11:30 pm, every other weekend.

Responsibilities include:

• Inventory management in satellites and dispensing areas, including emergency supplies.
• Reviewing medication inventory for expirations.
• Maintaining medication levels according to established par levels.
• Managing inpatient Epic In-Baskets: printing labels, preparing medications, documenting activities, and managing discharge medications.
• Delivering and returning medications to/from patient care areas.
• Ensuring medication security, including controlled substances.
• Maintaining accurate records of medication distribution and dispensing.
• Using equipment like laminar flow hoods, label printers, automated dispensing systems (OmnicellXT, MTS-350, Med Carousel).
• Maintaining cleanliness and quality assurance in sterile compounding areas.
• Compounding sterile and non-sterile products, including hazardous medications.
• Conducting inspections and assisting with training.
• Managing narcotics and controlled substances inventories.
• Refilling OmnicellXT Medstations following proper procedures.

Note: Hiring for either Technician Trainee (Pay Grade 8) or Certified Technician (Pay Grade 10). Indicate your preference in your application.

Minimum eligibility for Trainee Technician:

• Registered with the Pharmacy Board at hire.
• Certification within one year of employment.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of post-high school experience in sciences or completion of an accredited pharmacy technician program.

Minimum eligibility for Certified Technician:

• Registered with the Pharmacy Board at hire.
• Certified through PTCB or NHA, with ongoing education.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of experience or education in sciences or completion of an accredited program.

Additional qualifications: Ability to calculate ratios & proportions; experience with inventory, teamwork, detail-oriented work, computer skills, and patient interaction. Preference for Silver Level National Career Readiness Certificate.

Application details: Upload a resume and mark as "Relevant File". Postings open for at least 10 days. Successful candidates will undergo background checks and provide references. Contact Teresa Walker at [e-mail] for questions.

The department intends to hire at either Pay Grade 8 or 10, based on qualifications. Please specify your preference.

Additional info:

• Type: Merit
• Schedule: Full-time
• Work: On Campus

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Iowa is committed to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination. Persons with disabilities needing assistance may contact University HR or Disability Services.