Pharmacy Technician Ambulatory

Posted:
8/6/2024, 5:00:00 PM

Location(s):
Ohio, United States ⋅ Cleveland, Ohio, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary

                    

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Job Title

Pharmacy Technician Ambulatory

                        

Location

Cleveland

                    

Facility

Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

                     

Department

Ambulatory Pharmacy-Medical Operations

                      

Job Code

C14013

                     

Shift

Variable

                       

Schedule

7:00am-3:00pm/12:00pm-8:00pm

                       

Job Summary

**This role is eligible for a $1,250 Sign On Bonus.**

                         

Job Details

Join the Cleveland Clinic team, where you will work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-first healthcare. Cleveland Clinic is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the nation. At Cleveland Clinic, you will work alongside dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.    

 

Under a pharmacist's direct supervision, the Registered Pharmacy Technician follows established policies and procedures to support functions essential to the pharmacy department's operations. The Pharmacy Technician will perform packaging, preparation, and distribution of medications, inventory control, customer service, and maintaining pharmacy records while pursuing completion of the Cleveland Clinic’s School of Pharmacy Technology program in the first 12 months of employment. 

 

The ideal caregiver is someone who: 

  • Works well in a supportive, collaborative, and fast-paced environment.  

  • Is compassionate, adaptable, and works well in a close-knit team environment.  

  • Is motivated to learn, has critical thinking skills, and decisive judgement. 

  • Has six months of hospital experience (preferred). 

 

In this position, you will work in a dynamic and technologically advanced environment that allows you to discover, learn and grow. You will remain professionally challenged as you shape the career of your dreams and find where you belong, here at Cleveland Clinic. 

 

At Cleveland Clinic, we know what matters most. That's why we treat our caregivers as if they are our own family, and we are always creating ways to be there for you. Here, you'll find that we offer: resources to learn and grow, a fulfilling career for everyone, and comprehensive benefits that invest in your health, your physical and mental well-being and your future. When you join Cleveland Clinic, you'll be part of a supportive caregiver family that will be united in shared values and purpose to fulfill our promise of being the best place to receive care and the best place to work in healthcare. 

    
Responsibilities:

  • Preparation – Accurate and timely preparation of medications which may include selection, labeling, repackaging, and non-sterile compounding.
  • Distribution – Accurate and timely delivery of medications to the appropriate storage locations.
  • Inventory – Maintains accurate and appropriate inventories of medications and supplies.
  • Regulatory compliance – Maintains a safe and clean work area by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations. Documents regulatory requirements such as temperature logs, scheduled activities, and training in an accurate and timely manner.
  • Communication and teamwork – Communicates with other caregivers and patients in an effective and positive manner. Demonstrates emotional control and intelligence in managing work relationships. Attends and actively participates in team huddles and meetings. Shares responsibility for accomplishment of the team’s tasks and goals.
  • Technology – Appropriately uses information systems, technology, and automation to complete assigned tasks.
  • Maintain good standing in the Cleveland Clinic School of Pharmacy Technology program per the student handbook.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Education:

  • High School Diploma or GED.​
  • Successful completion of the Cleveland Clinic School of Pharmacy Technology program within 18 months of hire preferred.​

Certifications:

  • Must be recognized by the Ohio Board of Pharmacy as a Registered Pharmacy Technician Registration as a Certified Pharmacy Technician with the Ohio Board of Pharmacy is required within 18 months.
  • Must obtain Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certification through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) within 18 months.​

Complexity of Work:

  • Ability to perform algebraic calculations necessary for the preparation of extemporaneous compounds.
  • Proficient in basic computer skills.

Work Experience:

  • Six month of hospital experience preferred.

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.

                       

The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our tobacco free and drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substance and nicotine. All offers of employment are follwed by testing for controlled substances and nicotine. All new caregivers must clear a nicotine test within their 90-day new hire period. Candidates for employment who are impacted by Cleveland Clinic Health System's Smoking Policy will be permitted to reapply for open positions after one year.

Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.

Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions are made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. Information provided on this application may be shared with any Cleveland Clinic Health System facility. 

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