PRN Hospital Pharmacy Technician

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 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.

Cardinal Health manages the pharmacy at PAM Rehab Hospital of Henderson. This PRN (as-needed) Pharmacy Technician role covers vacation, PTO, and sick time. Facility hours are Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

About the role

The Technician II, Health Systems Pharmacy provides assistance to the Pharmacist in the daily operations of the pharmacy. Activities include the preparation and filling of prescriptions, taking pharmacy inventory, and processing product returns. The role ensures that all orders are reviewed by a registered pharmacist and records all activity in compliance with regulatory and company guidelines. This position frequently communicates with customers 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• Takes inventory, places orders, checks in drugs and supplies, stocks shelves, and removes out-of-date items from inventory.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.

Requirements

• Nevada State Pharmacy Technician license/registration required.
• National pharmacy technician certification (PTCB) preferred.
• IV experience preferred.
• In-patient hospital pharmacy experience highly 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 the same time, focus on tasks, evaluate operating conditions, and exercise sound judgment.
• Demonstrated ability to use technology such as computers, smartphones, and tablets.
• Customer/vendor credentialing is required (may include vaccinations).

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 moderate degree of supervision; work typically involves regular review of output by work lead or supervisor.
• Refers complex or unusual problems to supervisor.

Pay

Anticipated hourly range: $17.80 – $25.40 per hour. Bonus eligible: No.

Benefits

Paid time off in compliance with applicable laws.