Pharmacy Technician PRN

AdventHealth; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

403-B Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Job summary

AdventHealth in Florida is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to accurately prepare and dispense patient medications, and to support safe medication practices across shifts and departments. You will operate automation systems, interpret electronic health records, and maintain inventory under pharmacist supervision.

The role requires completion of a pharmacy technician training program and RPht certification, with a focus on accuracy, safety, and teamwork in a hospital environment.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication, organizational, problem-solving, and customer service skills are required.
• Flexibility and willingness to adapt to changes as necessary.
• Ability to interact constructively with supervisors, peers, and external customers.
• Ability to follow direction from managers and work under supervision of a pharmacist.
• Ability to identify, follow up, and resolve discrepancies.
• Ability to identify, mitigate, and escalate pharmacy operational issues.
• Ability to keep accurate and complete records.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Must be able to read, write and speak conversational English.
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Proficiency in hospital computer system technology and automation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Accurately prepares and dispenses patient-specific medication doses.
• Operates and troubleshoots medication automation systems and pharmacy software.
• Interprets electronic health records to support safe medication practices.
• Maintains inventory integrity by rotating stock and removing expired meds.
• Identifies and reports medication errors or look-alike/sound-alike risks.
• Handles waste materials and follows safety protocols with PPE.
• Supports regulatory standards and accreditation requirements.
• Collaborates with technicians, nurses and pharmacists to ensure continuity of care.
• Performs foundational technician duties under pharmacist supervision.
• Provides coverage across central and decentralized pharmacy operations.

Skills

Communication

Flexibility

Teamwork

Follow directions

Discrepancy resolution

Problem solving

Record keeping

Medical terminology

English proficiency

Computer skills

Hospital systems

Education

High School Graduate

Technical/Vocational School

Pharmacy technician training program

Registered Pharmacy Technician (RPht)

Tools

Pharmacy software

Medication automation systems

Job description

Our Promise To You

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that

Our Promise To You

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule

PRN

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Address

1000 WATERMAN WAY

City

TAVARES

State

Florida

Postal Code

32778

Job Description

Accurately prepares and safely dispenses patient-specific medication doses, ensuring correct drug, dose, dosage form, expiration dating, and barcode scanning. Operates and troubleshoots medication automation systems, ADCs, and pharmacy software; interprets electronic health records accurately to support safe medication practices. Maintains inventory integrity by rotating stock, removing expired medications, and ensuring accurate medication counts and documentation. Identifies, reports, and helps prevent potential medication errors, including look-alike/sound-alike risks, contributing to a culture of safety. Handles, processes, and disposes of all waste materials, including hazardous substances, in compliance with safety protocols using appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), spill kits, and environmental protocols. Participates in initiatives that improve medication-use processes and supports compliance with regulatory standards and institutional accreditation requirements. Works effectively with technicians, pharmacists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient care and ensure continuity of pharmacy services across shifts, staffing assignments, and practice areas. Other duties as assigned. Contributes to departmental quality improvement efforts, attends educational activities, and supports training and mentorship of peers and pharmacy learners. Executes foundational pharmacy technician duties with proficiency in standard workflows, hospital systems, and pharmacy operational programs under pharmacist supervision. Demonstrates competency in foundational services such as medication dispensing, preparation, inventory management, and regulatory compliance. Provides coverage across foundational pharmacy practice areas, including central/distributive pharmacy operations, decentralized services, and automated dispensing cabinet (ADC) management as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Strong verbal and written communication, organizational, problem‐solving, and customer service skills Required
• Flexibility and willingness to adapt to changes as necessary Required
• Ability to interact constructively with supervisors, peers, and external customers Required
• Ability to follow direction from formal management personnel and work well under direct supervision of a pharmacist. Required
• Ability to identify, follow up, and resolve discrepancies Required
• Ability to identify, mitigate, and elect when necessary pharmacy operational or program issues Required
• Ability to keep accurate and complete records Required
• Knowledge of medical terminology Required
• Must be able to read, write and speak conversational English Required
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office Required
• Proficiency in hospital computer system technology and automation Preferred

Education

• High School Grad or Equiv [Required]
• Technical/Vocational School [Preferred]

Field Of Study

• Completion of a pharmacy technician training program [Preferred]

Licenses And Certifications

• Registered Pharmacy Technician (RPht) {Required]

Physical Requirements:

Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/msy4mja2

Pay Range

$18.32 - $29.31

Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.

Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse:

https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.