Pharmacy Technician - Inpatient, Pediatrics

Cleveland Clinic; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to support overnight operations in the Inpatient Pediatrics Pharmacy. This high-volume department covers general inpatient care, oncology, sterile products, ORs, and pediatrics, delivering medications across units and handling MAR messages.

The caregiver will work 6:00 AM–2:30 PM and 2:00 PM–10:30 PM with optional night coverage. Three weeks on day shift followed by one week on evenings; every third weekend and three holidays per

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• CPhT certification from PTCB or NHA required at hire.
• Active OBOP registration as CPT/RT/Tech Trainee required at hire and must update to CPT within 6 months.
• Strong algebra skills for extemporaneous compounding calculations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and restock medications to pediatric inpatient units.
• Manage Pyxis automated dispensing cabinets and distribution workflows.
• Support carousel and MAR message workflows.
• Triage duties including answering phones.
• Assist pharmacists with medication preparation and regulatory documentation.

Skills

Algebra calculations

Medication preparation

Phone triage

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma/GED

CPhT certification

Ohio OBOP registration

Tools

Pyxis system

MAR messaging

Inventory management

Job description

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

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

Join Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world class and caregivers are family. Here, you will work alongside a passionate and dedicated team, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

As a Pharmacy Technician, a caregiver in this role will support overnight operations within the Inpatient Pediatrics Pharmacy at Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, located on the lower level of the H Building. As one of Cleveland Clinic’s highest-volume inpatient pharmacies, this department supports a variety of service lines, including general inpatient care, oncology, sterile products, operating rooms and pediatrics. Working in a high-acuity environment, the caregiver will help ensure safe, accurate and timely medication distribution to pediatric patients. Responsibilities include delivering and restocking medications throughout pediatric inpatient units, managing Pyxis automated dispensing cabinets, supporting carousel and medication distribution workflows and handling triage responsibilities such as answering phones and managing Medication Administration Record (MAR) messages. The caregiver will also assist pharmacists with medication preparation, maintain organized pharmacy operations and walk frequently throughout inpatient areas during shifts. Following completion of training and demonstrated competencies, opportunities to explore other pharmacy areas may be available based on departmental needs.

A caregiver in this position will work variable shifts, including 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM and 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM with optional night coverage opportunity.

Caregivers work three weeks on day shift followed by one week on evening shift.

Every third weekend is required and three holidays per year.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Prepare medications through selecting, labeling, repacking, non-sterile compounding and sterile compounding.
• Deliver medications to the appropriate storage locations in an accurate and timely manner.
• Maintain accurate and appropriate inventories of medications and supplies and complete inventory audits, such as cycle counts and nursing unit inspections.
• Maintain a safe and clean work area by complying with procedures, rules and regulations, and document regulatory requirements such as temperature logs, scheduled activities and training.
• Use information systems, technology and automation to complete assigned tasks.
• Assist with the training of pharmacy caregivers and students.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• High School Diploma/GED
• Upon hire, you must be a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or the National Healthcare Association (NHA).
• In addition to the above requirement, 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
• Please note: 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
• Understanding of algebraic calculations necessary for the preparation of extemporaneous compounds

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Six months of hospital experience
• Completion of a Pharmacy Technician Program

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.).