Pharmacy Technician - Sterile Compounding

About the role

This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus of $2,500. Join Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital’s team of caregivers that remain on the leading edge of technology and education, all while consistently providing patient-centered healthcare.

Responsibilities

- Prepare medications through selecting, labeling, repacking, non-sterile compounding and sterile compounding. - Deliver medications to the appropriate storage locations in an accurate and timely manner. - Maintain accurate and appropriate inventories of medications and supplies and complete inventory audits, such as cycle counts and nursing unit inspections. - Maintain a safe and clean work area by complying with procedures, rules and regulations, and document regulatory requirements such as temperature logs, scheduled activities and training. - Use information systems, technology and automation to complete assigned tasks. - Assist with the training of pharmacy caregivers and students.

Requirements

- High School Diploma or GED - Licensed in Florida as a Registered Pharmacy Technician - Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) upon or within 18 months of hire - Ability to perform algebraic calculations necessary for the preparation of extemporaneous compounds - Basic computer skills

Preferred qualifications

- Completion of a formal Pharmacy Technician Training Program - 3-6 months of sterile compounding experience preferred

Benefits

- Physical Requirements: Typical physical demands include ability to perform the job while standing, walking, reaching, stretching and sitting for prolonged periods; manual dexterity sufficient to perform computer, dispensing, and compounding. - Personal Protective Equipment: Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Pay

Salaries [which may be] shown on independent job search websites reflect various market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from The Cleveland Clinic. Because we value each individual candidate, we invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary/hourly specifics during the application and hiring process.

Nursing Support Career Paths

Caregivers in this role have the opportunity to contribute to the vital team of Nursing Support, which plays a critical role in ensuring excellent care and positive patient experiences. There is a wide range of roles to contribute to this vital team.

Benefits Offerings

- Health Plan Options: You have the choice between two comprehensive Cleveland Clinic Employee Health Plan options: EHP and EHP Plus. Both plans are administered by Aetna and feature minimal copays for in-network care. - Dental Care: Four plan options administered by Cigna are available. - Vision Care: Two plan options administered by EyeMed are available. - Flexible Spending Accounts: Healthcare and Dependent Care FSAs are available to help you pay for eligible expenses with pre-tax dollars. - Life Insurance: Employer-paid life insurance equals 1x your annual salary with an option to purchase supplemental life insurance up to 10x your salary. You may also purchase dependent life insurance for a spouse and dependent children. - Short- and Long-term Disability Coverage: Short-term disability is available after one continuous year of regular full-time service; long-term disability begins after 90 days. - Retirement Programs: Cleveland Clinic Investment Pension Plan offers eligible employees an excellent opportunity to build a retirement account for the future. It is fully funded by Cleveland Clinic and equal to 2.5% of your salary (increasing with more years of service). The 401(k) / 403(b) Plan also provides an important source of retirement savings. It allows participants to take responsibility for their financial future by making retirement savings a part of their normal routine while working. In addition to your contributions to the plan, Cleveland Clinic matches a portion of your contributions (50% on up to your first 6% in contributions). - Paid Time Off (PTO): Eligible caregivers receive Paid Time Off (PTO) that can be allotted toward vacation, holidays, sick time, etc. - Caregiver discounts: We offer discounted rates for auto, home and pet insurance, identify theft protection and more. - Adoption assistance: We provide financial assistance of up to $5,000/per child ($10,000 maximum lifetime benefit) for caregivers who choose to legally adopt a child. - Employee Assistance Program: The Program provides free, confidential short-term counseling for caregivers and their families, whether for relationships or legal challenges. - Employee Hardship Fund: This fund provides aid for caregivers experiencing unexpected financial difficulties. - Paid maternity and parental leave: You will enjoy up to eight consecutive weeks for maternal care after the birth of your child to bond with your baby and up to four weeks for parental care.