Pharmacy Technician - Inpatient

Cleveland Clinic • Weston, FL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

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. As part of Cleveland Clinic’s Florida region, Weston Hospital is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale and Florida regions. Here, you will receive endless support and appreciation while building a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. The Pharmacy Technician – Inpatient role is based in Building C on the second floor at Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital, located between the operating room and an ICU within a busy, 256-bed inpatient setting. This pharmacy supports a high-volume operation with a team of approximately 18 pharmacy technicians, 20 pharmacists, and on-site management, and caregivers interact closely with nurses, pharmacists, buyers, and fellow technicians throughout the day. The role offers a high level of autonomy while working in close collaboration with pharmacists and includes responsibilities such as medication picking, receiving and handling narcotics, triaging workflow needs, answering phones, managing re-dispenses, and responding to the pharmacy door. The team culture is hardworking, reliable, and patient-centered, with a shared focus on accuracy, responsiveness, and delivering safe, timely medication support to inpatient care teams. A caregiver in this position works a 7-on, 7-off schedule. Wednesday through Saturday hours are 11:00am to 9:30pm, Sunday through Tuesday hours are 11:00am to 11:30pm and holiday expectations are 2-3 holidays per year.

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

Nice To Haves

• Completion of a formal Pharmacy Technician Training Program
• Six months of hospital experience
• Prior Inpatient experience

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED