Full-Time Pharmacy Technician

Cardinal Health Pharmacy Operations is responsible for the safe, efficient and effective coordination of 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 provides customized pharmacy program solutions that reduce costs and improve patient care quality for hospitals, health systems, and other integrated healthcare providers. The team may also consult with and advise healthcare teams on prescribed medications, supplies, and related processes.

About the role

Cardinal Health manages the pharmacy at Brodstone Memorial Hospital. This is a full-time Pharmacy Technician position working 40 hours per week, 8-hour shifts Monday through Friday. Pharmacy hours of operation are Monday–Friday, 6:30 AM–4:30 PM.

The Technician II, Health Systems Pharmacy provides assistance to the Pharmacist in the daily operations of the pharmacy, including preparation and filling of prescriptions, inventory management, and processing product returns. This role ensures all orders are reviewed by a registered pharmacist and records all activity in compliance with regulatory and company guidelines. Frequent communication with customers is required to ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment.

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• Takes inventory, places orders, checks in drugs and supplies, stocks shelves, and removes out-of-date items from inventory.
• Enters medical supply orders in the pharmacy system.
• Communicates with customers (patients, clinics, caregivers, 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.

Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent preferred.
• State Pharmacy Technician license/registration required prior to first day of employment.
• National pharmacy technician certification or willingness to obtain within one year of employment.
• Immediate use and sterile compounding experience preferred, or willingness to obtain.
• In-patient hospital pharmacy experience preferred.
• Flexibility in working schedule.
• Ability to work in a group setting.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Comfortable performing repetitive motions/tasks.
• Ability to manage several tasks at once, focus on tasks, evaluate operating conditions, and exercise sound judgment.
• Demonstrated ability to use technology such as computers, smartphones, and tablets.
• May require vendor credentialing.

What is expected 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 a moderate degree of supervision; work is typically reviewed by a work lead or supervisor.
• Refers complex or unusual problems to supervisor.

Pay

Anticipated hourly range: $16.40 – $21.15 per hour. Bonus eligible: No.

The hourly range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors, including geographical location, relevant education, experience, skills, and an evaluation of internal pay equity.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid time off plan.
• Health savings account (HSA).
• 401k savings plan.
• Access to wages before payday with myFlexPay.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs).
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Work-Life resources.
• Paid parental leave.
• Healthy lifestyle programs.

Schedule

• Full-time, 40 hours per week.
• 8-hour shifts, Monday–Friday.
• Pharmacy hours of operation: 6:30 AM–4:30 PM.