PRN Pharmacy Technician

cardinalhealth; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Job summary

Cardinal Health is hiring a PRN Technician II for Health Systems Pharmacy in Waterbury, CT. You will support pharmacists, manage Pyxis and inventory, and help prepare and dispense medications in a hospital environment.

The role requires a CT Pharmacy Technician license, hospital pharmacy experience, and strong customer service skills. This is a PRN/part-time position with daytime hours and benefits including PTO.

Qualifications

• Must hold an active CT Pharmacy Technician license.
• CT Pharmacy Technician certification (PTCB) preferred.
• Inpatient/hospital pharmacy experience preferred.
• Experience with Pyxis and inventory management is preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills required.
• Excellent customer service and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist Pharmacist as needed, as allowed by State Boards of Pharmacy.
• Take inventory, place orders, check drugs and supplies, stock shelves.
• Maintain a safe, clean pharmacy by following procedures and regulations.
• Enter patient data and orders into the pharmacy information system.
• Fill, label and deliver medications after pharmacist verification.
• Prepare sterile IV mixtures as required and handle recalls as directed.
• Communicate with healthcare professionals and patients professionally.
• Adhere to applicable pharmacy laws and company policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Active CT Pharmacy Technician License

PTCB Certification

Inpatient hospital experience

Pyxis experience

Strong communication skills

Strong customer service

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Pyxis

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 provides comprehensive clinical and operational pharmacy services for PAM Health, a nationwide healthcare provider for Rehabilitation and Long-Term Acute Care. PAM is expanding with a 42-bed Acute Inpatient Rehabilitation Services into Waterbury, CT. We are hiring a PRN Technician to work as needed. Pharmacy Hours- Monday - Friday 8am - 4:30pm.

The Technician II, Health Systems Pharmacy supports the Pharmacist in the daily operations of the pharmacy. Key responsibilities include managing the automatic dispensing cabinet (Pyxis)/patient specific bin items, conducting inventory checks, processing product returns, removing expired medications, prepacking medications as necessary, purchasing medications based on pharmacy needs and inventory costs, and returning any recalled items. The Technician II, Health Systems Pharmacy ensures that all orders are reviewed by a registered pharmacist and records all activity in compliance with regulatory and company guidelines. This job frequently communicates with other healthcare providers to ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment of all orders.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Pharmacist as needed, permitted by State Boards of Pharmacy.
• Takes inventory, places orders, checks in drugs and supplies, stocks shelves and removes out-of-date items from the inventory.
• Maintains a safe and clean pharmacy by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Inputs patient data and order information as needed into the pharmacy information management system.
• Fill and label medications.
• Refill Pyxis and deliver patient specific medications after pharmacist verification.
• Prepares and compounds sterile IV mixtures as required.
• Communicates with all healthcare professionals and patients in a courteous and professional manner.
• Maintains knowledge of and abides by all applicable pharmacy laws and regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED or equivalent, or equivalent work experience preferred.
• Active CT Pharmacy Technician License required.
• National Pharmacy Technician certification (PTCB) or ability to obtain preferred.
• Inpatient/hospital pharmacy experience preferred.
• Pyxis experience preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Demonstrated ability to use technology such as computers, smart phones and tablets.
• May require vendor credentialing.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 35 pounds.
• Ability to bend, reach, stoop, lift and stand for entire shift.

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: $21.20 per hour - $27.18 per hour

Application window anticipated to close: 10/21/26

Bonus eligible: No

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.

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 statu