Pharmacy Technician - Inpatient Driver

$2,000 Sign-On Bonus (taxable) Available
Bonus paid in full with first paycheck
Part-time, 12 hours/week
Monday - Friday (4PM-8:30PM) and every other weekend (2PM-10:30PM)
Onsite Akron, OH (Delivery driving to additional sites using company vehicle required)

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.

• 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• Performs medication inspections and removes outdated medication from stock.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.

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.