Advanced Pharmacy Tech

Location: Wichita, KS – Ascension Via Christi Hospitals (Inpatient Pharmacy)

About the role

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Schedule

• Day and Evening Shifts
• Full-time

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
• Tuition discounts and priority placement in select healthcare programs through our academic partnership with Wichita State University

Responsibilities

• Ensure medication accuracy by meticulously refilling and maintaining automated dispensing systems to provide clinicians with the right tools at the point of care.
• Optimize pharmacy operations through proactive inventory management and order preparation, ensuring essential supplies are always available for our patients.
• Safeguard patient safety by expertly repackaging bulk medications and managing incoming supplies according to strict quality and storage standards.
• Facilitate seamless communication between the pharmacy, healthcare providers, and patients to resolve inquiries and ensure a collaborative approach to treatment.

Requirements

• Pharmacy Tech credentialed from the Kansas Board of Pharmacy obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Registered Pharmacy Tech OR Pharmacy Intern credentialed from the Kansas Board of Pharmacy obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• One or more of the following:
  • Pharmacy Tech credentialed from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date required.
  • Pharmacy Tech credentialed from the National Healthcareer Association obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date required.

Qualifications

High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.