PRN Pharmacy Technician

Cardinal Health; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Job summary

Cardinal Health manages the pharmacy at PAM Specialty Hospital of Las Vegas and is seeking a PRN Pharmacy Technician to support hospital hours. The role supports IV compounding with emphasis on accuracy and patient safety, in a fast-paced inpatient setting.

Responsibilities include assisting pharmacists, data entry, inventory management, and customer communications. Nevada certification and PTCB required or obtainable within 6 months.

Qualifications

• Nevada state pharmacy technician certification required.
• PTCB certification or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire required.
• IV compounding experience preferred.
• In-patient/hospital pharmacy technician experience highly preferred.
• Flexibility in working schedule.
• Ability to work in a team and follow procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Pharmacist as needed, permitted by State Boards of Pharmacy.
• Maintains a safe and clean pharmacy by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Inputs patient data and prescription information into the pharmacy information management system.
• Takes inventory, places orders, checks in drugs and supplies, stocks shelves and removes out-of-date items from the inventory.
• Communicates with all customers in a pleasant and professional manner.
• Maintains knowledge of and abides by all applicable pharmacy laws and regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication

Customer service

Teamwork

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Nevada State Pharmacy Technician Certification

PTCB Certification

Tools

Pyxis

Omnicell

Job description

What Health System Pharmacy contributes to Cardinal Health

Pharmacy Operations is responsible for the safe, efficient and effective coordination of Cardinal Health's pharmacy operations that service acute care hospitals, hospital retail customers, ambulatory care and alternate site facilities, oncology and cardiology practices as well as retail customers. Health System Pharmacy is responsible for providing customized pharmacy program solutions that reduce costs and improve patient care quality for hospitals, health systems and other integrated healthcare providers may also consult with and advise healthcare team on prescribed medications, supplies and related processes.

Job Summary

Cardinal Health manages the pharmacy at PAM Specialty Hospital of Las Vegas and we are currently recruiting for a PRN Pharmacy Technician to work on an as-needed basis during facility hours. The facility is open Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 6:00PM and Saturday - Sunday, 8:00AM - 4:00PM. A clinical background with hospital and IV compounding experience is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Pharmacist as needed, permitted by State Boards of Pharmacy.
• Maintains a safe and clean pharmacy by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Inputs patient data and prescription information into the pharmacy information management system.
• Takes inventory, places orders, checks in drugs and supplies, stocks shelves and removes out-of-date items from the inventory.
• Communicates with all customers in a pleasant and professional manner.
• Maintains knowledge of and abides by all applicable pharmacy laws and regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent preferred.
• Nevada state pharmacy technician certification required.
• National pharmacy technician certification (PTCB) or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire required.
• IV compounding experience preferred.
• In-patient/hospital pharmacy technician experience highly preferred.
• Pyxis or Omnicell experience preferred.
• Flexibility in working schedule.
• Ability to work in a group.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Comfortable performing repetitive motions/tasks.
• Ability to manage several tasks at the same time; Ability to focus on tasks; Ability to evaluate operating conditions; Ability to exercise sound judgment.
• Demonstrated ability to use technology such as computers, smart phones and tablets.
• May require additional vendor credentialing.

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: $18.90 per hour - $24.30 per hour.

Bonus eligible: No

• Paid time off in compliance with applicable laws.

Application window anticipated to close: 09/20/2026

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.

Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

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/Affirmative Action 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.