Pharmacy Technician - PRN

Community Health Systems; Bluffton (IN); On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Part time

Job summary

Community Health Systems is seeking a Pharmacy Technician II - Certified to join our hospital-based team on a PRN, as-needed basis. The technician assists pharmacists with preparation, labeling, dispensing, and medication history reconciliation while ensuring accuracy and patient safety.

Candidates should have LPT and PHAR-C certification and Basic Life Support, with 0–2 years of hospital experience. The role emphasizes regulatory compliance, inventory management, and collaborative care across

Qualifications

• LPT - Licensed Pharmacy Tech in state of employment required
• PHAR-C - Certified Pharmacy Tech required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required

Responsibilities

• Assists pharmacists in preparation, compounding, labeling, and dispensing medications per hospital policies.
• Prepares sterile and non-sterile compounded medications using aseptic techniques per USP guidelines.
• Manages inventory, orders supplies, and conducts regular audits to prevent shortages.
• Maintains dispensing records and controlled substances logs to regulatory standards.
• Participates in QA initiatives to ensure patient safety and proper operations.
• Provides customer service to patients, nurses, and staff about medications.
• Operates automated dispensing systems and troubleshoots equipment as needed.
• Supports pharmacists in medication reviews and history reconciliation.
• Follows safety and infection control protocols.
• Performs other duties and maintains regular attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

Pharmaceutical terminology

Medication preparation

Compounding techniques

Pharmacy systems

Inventory management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Regulatory knowledge

Team collaboration

Job description

Job Description

Pharmacy Technician

PRN - As Needed

Job Summary

The Pharmacy Technician II - Certified ensures the safe and efficient preparation, dispensing, and management of medications within the hospital or healthcare facility. The Pharmacy Technician II is also responsible for maintaining accurate records, providing exceptional customer service to patients and staff, and collaborating with pharmacists to optimize patient care.

Essential Functions

• Assists pharmacists in the preparation, compounding, labeling, and dispensing of medications, ensuring accuracy and compliance with hospital policies and regulatory requirements.
• Prepares sterile and non-sterile compounded medications using aseptic techniques, adhering to USP guidelines.
• Conducts inventory management activities, including monitoring medication stock levels, ordering supplies, and performing regular inventory audits to prevent shortages or overstock.
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date records of medication dispensing, inventory transactions, and controlled substances in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Participates in quality assurance initiatives, including medication storage checks, compliance reviews, and other activities to ensure patient safety and proper pharmacy operations.
• Provides exceptional customer service by addressing questions from patients, nurses, and other healthcare staff about medication availability and pharmacy services.
• Operates and maintains pharmacy equipment, such as automated dispensing systems, ensuring functionality and troubleshooting issues as needed.
• Supports pharmacists in conducting medication reviews, medication history reconciliation, and other clinical activities as required.
• Adheres to all safety protocols and infection control guidelines to maintain a clean and secure pharmacy environment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience as a Pharmacy Technician in a hospital or healthcare setting required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong understanding of pharmaceutical terminology, medication preparation, and compounding techniques.
• Proficiency in operating pharmacy systems, including automated dispensing machines and inventory management software.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in medication preparation and record-keeping.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients, pharmacists, and healthcare staff.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and hospital policies related to pharmacy operations.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Licenses and Certifications

• LPT - Licensed Pharmacy Tech in state of employment required or
• PHAR-C - Certified Pharmacy Tech required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required