Pharmacy Technician - Community, PRN

Cleveland Clinic; Willoughby (OH); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic Willoughby Hills Pharmacy is seeking a PRN Pharmacy Technician to support an outpatient setting. The role involves packaging, preparing, and distributing medications, inventory management, and customer service, with cross-training across areas and weekly rotation.

Shifts are typically 10 hours, with occasional 8-hour shifts; the site operates Mon-Thu 8:00–20:00 and Fri 8:00–18:00, weekends closed.

Qualifications

• Active Ohio Pharmacy Technician registration required.
• Within 18 months, obtain national CPhT certification and OBOP registration.

Responsibilities

• Package, prepare, and distribute medications.
• Manage inventory and maintain pharmacy records.
• Provide customer service and registration support; answer calls.
• Operate pharmacy systems and automation to complete tasks.
• Deliver medications to storage locations and assist with daily tasks.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Algebraic calculations

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Serving the needs of the surrounding communities, Willoughby Hills Family Health Center offers patients a wide variety of pediatric, family medicine, radiology and cardiology services. On this team, you will join a family of caregivers, enhance your skills and build a rewarding career at Cleveland Clinic, one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

The Community Pharmacy at Willoughby Hills Family Health Center offers a fast-paced, outpatient/ambulatory setting where caregivers play an important role in supporting patient care and daily pharmacy operations. This PRN position supports an average prescription volume of approximately 360–400 prescriptions per day and works closely with pharmacists, fellow pharmacy technicians, and patients in a highly collaborative, team-based environment. Pharmacy Technicians are cross-trained across all work areas and rotate weekly, contributing to shared responsibilities such as prescription typing and filling, customer service and registration support, phone coverage, inventory management, and stocking. With consistent patient interaction and structured daily task lists at each workstation, this role provides a strong entry opportunity into Cleveland Clinic and an excellent foundation for growth within a supportive, ambulatory pharmacy team.

This is a PRN role. A caregiver in this position works primarily 10-hour shifts (with limited 8-hour shifts available) in a pharmacy that operates Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and is closed on weekends. While weekend and holiday shifts are not required at this location, caregivers can pick up additional shifts at other pharmacy sites as needed, typically averaging three to four supplemental shifts per month depending on availability.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Follow established policies and procedures to support functions essential to the operations of the pharmacy department.
• Perform packaging, preparation, and distribution of medications, inventory control, customer service, and maintaining pharmacy records.
• Pursue completion of the Cleveland Clinic’s School of Pharmacy Technology program in the first 12 months of employment.
• Prepare medications (selection, labeling, repackaging and non-sterile compounding).
• Deliver medications to the appropriate storage locations.
• Maintain accurate and appropriate inventories of medications and supplies.
• Maintain a safe and clean work area by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Document regulatory requirements such as temperature logs, scheduled activities, and training in an accurate and timely manner.
• Appropriately use information systems, technology, and automation to complete assigned tasks.
• Maintain good standing in the Cleveland Clinic School of Pharmacy Technology program per the student handbook.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• A high school diploma or GED
• Can perform algebraic calculations necessary for the preparation of extemporaneous compounds.
• Basic computer skills

Must meet all of the following license and certification combination requirements at the time of application:

• Must hold an active registration as a Registered Pharmacy Technician through the Ohio Board of Pharmacy (OBOP).

Please note:

A status as a Pharmacy Technician Trainee with OBOP does not qualify for this role. However, please visit the apprenticeship program to express interest: https://talentcommunity.clevelandclinic.org/campaign/apprentiship-programs/

• It is required, within 18 months from the date of hire: Must obtain a national certification as a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certification through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or the National Healthcare Association (NHA) AND Registration as a Certified Pharmacy Technician with the Ohio Board of Pharmacy

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Six months of hospital experience
• Successful completion of the Cleveland Clinic School of Pharmacy Technology program within 18 months of hire preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Typical physical demands include ability to perform the job while standing, walking, reaching, stretching and sitting for prolonged periods; manual dexterity sufficient to perform computer, dispensing, and compounding.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Pay Range

Minimum hourly: $20.50

Maximum hourly: $20.50

The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).