Pharmacy Technician, Inpatient, varied shifts

Cincinnati Children's; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full and Part-time opportunities

Job summary

Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to join the Pharmacy team at Burnet Campus. You will rotate through inpatient pharmacy areas, closely coordinating with pharmacists and clinical teams to ensure accurate medication preparation and delivery for patients.

The role emphasizes accuracy, teamwork, and urgency. Requirements include OS license, 6 months of tech experience, and potential certification within 18 months.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of pharmacy technician experience.
• Be licensed as a pharmacy technician in the State of Ohio.
• Pharmacy technician certification or ability to obtain within 18 months.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Detail‑oriented, team‑first mindset.

Responsibilities

• Rotate through key areas of the inpatient pharmacy, working closely with pharmacists and clinical teams.
• Prepare and distribute medications accurately and efficiently.
• Support medication delivery for patient-specific doses across units.
• Replenish automated dispensing cabinets and maintain inventory.
• Compound sterile and non-sterile medications.

Skills

Pharmacy technician experience

Ohio license

Pharmacy technician certification

Detail-oriented

High school diploma

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Expected Starting Pay Range $19.50 - $23.92
• Starting pay is based on experience, skills, and equity; exceptions may apply for highly qualified candidates. Additional pay (e.g., shift, on‑call, or weekend differentials) and benefits may apply. Annual pay may vary based on FTE status.

Primary Location

Burnet Campus

Department

Pharmacy

Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

Schedule

Full time

Weekly Hours

40

FTE

1

Employee Status

Regular

• Expected Starting Pay Range $19.50 - $23.92
• Starting pay is based on experience, skills, and equity; exceptions may apply for highly qualified candidates. Additional pay (e.g., shift, on‑call, or weekend differentials) and benefits may apply. Annual pay may vary based on FTE status.

PHARMACY TECHNICIAN

Location: Burnet Campus, 3333 Burnet Ave., Cincinnati OH 45229

Units: Main Pharmacy, Operating Room & Critical Care Pharmacy

Full and Part-time opportunities are available

Pay Expectancy: $21.50-$24.62 + shift and weekend differential

What you’ll do (what your day really looks like)

You’ll rotate through key areas of the inpatient pharmacy, working closely with pharmacists and clinical teams to:

• Prepare and distribute medications accurately and efficiently
• Support medication delivery for patient‑specific doses across units
• Replenish automated dispensing cabinets and maintain inventory
• Compound sterile and non‑sterile medications
• Collaborate with pharmacists and care teams to ensure quality and safety

This is hands‑on, detail‑driven work where accuracy, teamwork, and urgency matter.

How To Qualify For This Job

• Have at least 6 months of pharmacy technician experience
• Be licensed as a pharmacy technician in the State of Ohio
• Pharmacy technician certification (or ability to obtain within 18 months)
• High school diploma or equivalent
• A detail‑oriented, team‑first mindset

How To Stand Out As a Candidate

• Highlight experience working as a pharmacy technician on your resume
• After applying, you may receive a short questionnaire—timely completion is encouraged

About Us

At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.

Cincinnati Children's Is

• Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as atop 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years
• Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH)Funding
• Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025)
• One of the nation'sAmerica’s Most Innovative Companiesas noted by Fortune
• Consistently certified as great place to work
• A Leading Disability Employeras noted by theNational Organization on Disability
• Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by theAmerican Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)

We Embrace Innovation—Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us.

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Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability