PRN Hospital Pharmacy Technician

Cardinal Health; Victoria (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Job summary

Cardinal Health's Southeast facility in Victoria, TX is seeking a Pharmacy Technician for as-needed coverage. You will assist pharmacists with filling prescription orders, prepare medications for dispensing, and enter patient data into the pharmacy information system.

You will restock shelves, manage inventory, communicate professionally with patients and clinicians, and ensure compliance with state laws, certifications, and Cardinal Health policies while working under supervision.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Licensed pharmacy technician in Texas or ability to obtain licensure.
• IV certification or ability to obtain certification.
• PTCB certification highly preferred.
• In-patient/hospital experience preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Ability to use technology such as computers, smartphones and tablets.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Assists pharmacists in filling prescription orders as permitted by state Boards of Pharmacy.
• Prepares medication for dispensing, packaging and shipment.
• Takes inventory, places orders, checks in drugs and supplies, stocks shelves.

Skills

Verbal communication

Customer service

Technology use

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

With over 45 years of experience in helping hundreds of hospital and outpatient pharmacies, we provide access to best practice strategies and tactics to control costs, improve workflow and enhance safety. Cardinal Health Innovative Delivery Solutions is one of the largest employers of acute-care pharmacist in the United States. Cardinal Health is the employer of choice for pharmacists because we offer a variety of career opportunities in pharmacy leadership, clinical specialties, remote order entry, business management, medication therapy management and more. Cardinal Health manages the pharmacies at PAM Specialty Hospitals of Victoria we are currently recruiting for a PRN Pharmacy Technician for as needed coverage to work for our Southeast location, but should expect to also help with additional coverage at our other facilities in Victoria.

Hours of the facility are Monday - Friday 8AM - 4:30PM.

Our Pharmacy Technicians demonstrate working knowledge of the policies and procedures regarding procurement, storage, preparation and delivery of pharmaceuticals in hospitals and health system settings. The successful candidate will process physician orders for review by a pharmacist and pick and prepare medications or supplies under pharmacist review. They will also restock supplies and medications, deliver supplies and medications, procure supplies and medications following standard purchasing guidelines and provide feedback on the stock level and on inventory control and delivery processes. Our Pharmacy Technicians are also skilled in own work area within an analytical/scientific method or operational process area. They will also expand skills and techniques in one skill area/process/method and maintain appropriate licenses/training/certifications, as needed. The successful candidate will apply knowledge and skills to complete assigned tasks within own area and work within established SOPs and/or scientific methods and adheres to quality guidelines while working with a moderate degree of supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assists pharmacists in filling prescription orders as permitted by State Boards of Pharmacy.
• Prepares medication for dispensing, packaging and shipment.
• Takes inventory, places orders, checks in drugs and supplies, stocks shelves and removes out of date items from the inventory.
• Enters medical supply orders in pharmacy system.
• Communicates with all customers (patients, clinics, care-givers, physicians) in an amicable and professional manner.
• Processes returned medications from the facility for credit or destruction.
• Inputs patient data and prescription information into the pharmacy information management system.
• Maintains knowledge of and abides by all applicable pharmacy laws and regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Licensed pharmacy technician in Texas or ability to obtain licensure.
• IV certified or ability to obtain certification.
• PTCB certification highly preferred.
• In-patient/hospital experience preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Demonstrated ability to use technology such as computers, smart phones and tablets.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 35 pounds.
• Ability to bend, reach, stoop, lift and stand for entire shift.
• Vendor Credentialing may be required.

What is expected of you and others at this level

• Applies acquired knowledge and skills to complete standard tasks.
• Readily learns and applies new information and methods to work in assigned area.
• Maintains appropriate licenses, training and certifications.
• Works on routine assignments that require some problem resolution.
• Works within clearly defined standard operating procedures and/or scientific methods.
• Adheres to all quality guidelines.
• Works under moderate degree of supervision.
• Work typically involves regular review of output by work lead or supervisor.
• Refers complex unusual problems to supervisor.

Anticipated hourly range: $18.10 per hour - $25.40 per hour. Bonus eligible: No Benefits:

Benefits

• Paid time off in compliance with applicable laws.

The hourly range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.

Application window anticipated to close: 11/04/2026

Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day.

Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

Headquartered in Dublin, Ohio, Cardinal Health, Inc. (NYSE: CAH) is a distributor of pharmaceuticals, a global manufacturer and distributor of medical and laboratory products, and a provider of performance and data solutions for healthcare facilities. We are a crucial link between the clinical and operational sides of healthcare, delivering end-to-end solutions and data-driving insights that advance healthcare and improve lives every day. With deep partnerships, diverse perspectives and innovative digital solutions, we build connections across the continuum of care. With more than 50 years of experience, we seize the opportunity to address healthcare's most complicated challenges - now, and in the future.