Pharmacy Technician Apprentice - Inpatient

About the position

Under the direct supervision of a pharmacist, you will function as a trainee and gain knowledge in packaging, preparing and distributing medications, inventory control, customer service and maintaining pharmacy records. After 12 months, you will have successfully completed and received a diploma in Pharmacy Technology from the Cleveland Clinic School of Pharmacy Technology Program. A caregiver in this position works an 8 hour shift, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00am to 8:30pm with no weekends, holidays or on-call. This position pay a flat rate of \$17/hour.

Responsibilities

• Prepare medications (selection, labeling, repackaging, non-sterile compounding and sterile compounding).
• Deliver medications to appropriate storage locations.
• Maintain accurate and appropriate inventories of medications and supplies.
• Maintain a safe and clean work area by complying with procedures, rules and regulations.
• Document regulatory requirements such as temperature logs, scheduled activities, and training in an accurate and timely manner.
• Attend and actively participate in team huddles and meetings.
• Use 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.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Successful completion of the Cleveland Clinic School of Pharmacy Technology program within 12 months of hire
• Upon hire, registration as a Pharmacy Technician Trainee with the Ohio Board of Pharmacy.
• Registration as a Certified Pharmacy Technician with the Ohio Board of Pharmacy is required within 12 months
• Must obtain Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certification through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) within 12 months
• Basic computer skills

Benefits

• Comprehensive offerings are an investment in your health, well-being and future.