Pharmacy Technician - Community, PRN
About the role
Serving the needs of the surrounding communities, Willoughby Hills Family Health Center provides pediatric, family medicine, radiology, and cardiology services. The Community Pharmacy operates in a fast‑paced outpatient/ambulatory setting where pharmacy technicians support patient care and daily pharmacy operations. This PRN position handles an average of 360–400 prescriptions per day, works closely with pharmacists, fellow technicians, and patients in a collaborative team‑based environment, and involves cross‑training across all work areas with weekly rotation. Responsibilities include prescription typing and filling, customer service and registration support, phone coverage, inventory management, and stocking, offering a strong entry point into Cleveland Clinic and a foundation for growth within a supportive ambulatory pharmacy team.
Responsibilities
- Follow established policies and procedures to support essential pharmacy department functions
- Perform packaging, preparation, and distribution of medications; inventory control; customer service; maintain pharmacy records
- Prepare medications (selection, labeling, repackaging, and non‑sterile compounding)
- Deliver medications to appropriate storage locations
- Maintain accurate and appropriate inventories of medications and supplies
- Maintain a safe and clean work area by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
- Document regulatory requirements such as temperature logs, scheduled activities, and training accurately and timely
- Appropriately use information systems, technology, and automation to complete assigned tasks
- Maintain good standing in the Cleveland Clinic School of Pharmacy Technology program per the student handbook
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to perform algebraic calculations necessary for the preparation of extemporaneous compounds
- Basic computer skills
- Hold an active registration as a Registered Pharmacy Technician through the Ohio Board of Pharmacy (OBOP) – Pharmacy Technician Trainee status does not qualify
- Obtain national certification as a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) through PTCB or NHA within 18 months of hire and register as a Certified Pharmacy Technician with the Ohio Board of Pharmacy
- Physical demands: ability to perform job while standing, walking, reaching, stretching, and sitting for prolonged periods; manual dexterity sufficient for computer, dispensing, and compounding tasks
- Follow standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required