Pharmacy Technician - Inpatient Pharmacy
Company: Akron Children's Hospital
Location: Akron
Posted on: March 17, 2026
|
|
|
Job Description:
PRN Coverage - Vacation/Holidays Variable Shift Onsite Akron, OH
Summary: The Pharmacy Technician assists the pharmacist with
preparation and distribution of medications. The technician helps
fill orders for patients and ensures they are delivered to the
correct nursing unit. Responsibilities: Fills medication orders by
reviewing the medication label, obtaining the correct type and
quantity of medication and placing the medication with the label
for the pharmacist to check. Refills patient medication carts with
a 24-hour supply of medication. Prepares oral syringes of patient
medication. Prepares intravenous medication, including chemotherapy
Delivers medication to nursing units. Stocks medication in
automated medication dispensing units. Repackages bulk medication
into unit-of-use packages. Performs medication inspections and
removes outdated medication from stock. Answers the telephone and
assists nurses with medication supply issues. Transports medication
to offsite locations using hospital vehicle. Must be able to work
primary shift and any other shift at any location. Other duties as
required. Other information: Technical Expertise Prior experience
as a pharmacy technician is preferred. Prior IV medication
Preparation experience preferred. Must have a clean driving record
and be able to be insured on the hospital auto insurance plan.
Education and Experience High School diploma or equivalent
required. Certification: Registration as a “Certified Ohio Pharmacy
Technician” or “Registered Pharmacy Technician” or “Pharmacy
Technician Trainee” or “Pharmacy Intern” required. Any non-intern
candidate who has not passed a national certification must do so
within 12 months and must convert a trainee license to a certified
license within 12 months. Years of relevant experience: 0 to 2
years is preferred Years of experience supervising: none Possesses
a valid State driver's license and ability to obtain and maintain
insurability as determined by the ACH insurance carrier's
requirements. An annual physical is required to be completed with
the Akron Children's Hospital Employee Health Department. On Call
FTE: 0.001000 Status: Onsite
Keywords: Akron Children's Hospital, Strongsville , Pharmacy Technician - Inpatient Pharmacy, Healthcare , Akron, Ohio
