Pharmacy Technician - Inpatient, Nights

Cleveland Clinic; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 29,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $2,500

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic Euclid Hospital is hiring a Pharmacy Technician - Inpatient, Nights to support overnight hospital operations. You will handle medication preparation, sterile compounding, IV preparation, inventory management, and distribution across units as part of an inpatient team.

The role requires a CPhT, OBOP registration, and strong math/computer skills, with a 7-on/7-off night schedule (8:00pm-6:30am Wed-Sat, 8:00pm-7:10am Sun-Tue) at Euclid Hospital.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Must be a CPhT (PTCB or NHA) at hire.
• Active OBOP registration as a Pharmacy Technician is required.
• Registration must be updated to CPhT within 6 months of hire.
• Ability to perform algebraic calculations for extemporaneous compounds.
• Basic computer skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Package, prepare and distribute medications and manage inventory.
• Support sterile compounding and IV preparation tasks.
• Operate automated dispensing technology and troubleshoot as needed.
• Respond to pharmacy calls and support overnight workflow.
• Deliver medications to appropriate storage locations and maintain records.

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT)

OBOP registration (Pharmacy Technician)

CPhT registration update within 6 months

Algebraic calculations for extemporaneous compounds

Basic computer skills

Job description

• This position is eligible for a sign on bonus of up to $2,500

• This position is eligible for a sign on bonus of up to $2,500

Join Cleveland Clinic Euclid Hospital and experience world-class healthcare at its best. Cleveland Clinic Euclid Hospital offers a complete continuum of care, including emergency services, rehabilitation and outpatient care. Here, you will work alongside a team of dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

The Pharmacy Technician - Inpatient, Nights supports overnight pharmacy operations at Euclid Hospital, ensuring the safe, accurate, and timely preparation and distribution of medications for hospitalized patients. Working as part of a collaborative inpatient pharmacy team, this caregiver performs medication preparation and dispensing, sterile compounding and IV preparation, inventory management, medication replenishment, and overnight medication distribution throughout the hospital. Additional responsibilities include operating and troubleshooting automated medication dispensing technology, including the medication carousel, responding to pharmacy calls and requests from clinical staff, and supporting efficient overnight pharmacy workflow. This role offers the opportunity to practice in a close-knit community hospital environment while benefiting from the resources and support of Cleveland Clinic.

A caregiver in this position will work a night shift on a 7-on/7-off rotation. Shifts are 8:00pm-6:30am Wednesday through Saturday and 8:00pm-7:10am Sunday through Tuesday. Weekend and holiday coverage are included as part of the rotation. This position is based at Euclid Hospital with no routine float expectations.

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 and pharmacy record maintenance.
• 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:

• High School Diploma/GED
• Upon hire, must be a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or the National HealthCareer Association (NHA).
• Upon hire, it is required to hold an active registration through the Ohio Board of Pharmacy (OBOP) as either a Certified Pharmacy Technician, Registered Pharmacy Technician, or Pharmacy Technician Trainee.
• Caregivers with active Pharmacy Technician Trainee or Registered Pharmacy Technician registrations are required to update their registration to a Certified Pharmacy Technician registration with the OBOP within 6 months.
• Ability to perform algebraic calculations necessary for the preparation of extemporaneous compounds.
• Basic computer skills

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: $21.50

Maximum hourly: $31.00

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.).