Certified Inpatient Pharmacy Technician II
AdventHealth, Littleton, CO, United States
Benefits
Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off from Day One
403-B Retirement Plan
4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
Career Development
Whole Person Well-being Resources
Mental Health Resources and Support
Pet Benefits
Schedule
Full time
Shift
Night (United States of America)
Address
7700 S BROADWAY
City
LITTLETON
State
Colorado
Postal Code
80122
Job Description
Executes core pharmacy technician duties with proficiency in standard workflows, hospital systems, and pharmacy operational programs under pharmacist supervision. Demonstrates proficiency in core pharmacy services, including medication dispensing, preparation, inventory management, sterile compounding, controlled substance handling, and regulatory compliance. Provides coverage across core pharmacy practice areas, including central/distributive operations, decentralized services, automated dispensing cabinet (ADC) management, and cleanroom compounding as assigned. Accurately prepares and safely dispenses patient-specific medication doses, ensuring correct drug, dose, dosage form, expiration dating, and barcode scanning. Compounds sterile medications such as IV solutions and piggyback containers under aseptic conditions, following USP & guidelines and institutional protocols, with appropriate oversight. Other duties as assigned. Works effectively with technicians, pharmacists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient care and ensure continuity of pharmacy services across shifts, staffing assignments, and practice areas. Actively participates in departmental quality improvement efforts, attends educational activities, and supports training and mentorship of peers and pharmacy learners. Operates and troubleshoot medication automation systems, ADCs, and pharmacy software; interprets electronic health records accurately to support safe medication practices. Maintains inventory accuracy by receiving and rotating stock, removing expired medications, guaranteeing accurate medication counts, and managing controlled substances in compliance with regulatory standards. Ensures proper medication storage and overall inventory integrity. Identifies, reports, and helps prevent potential medication errors, including look‑alike/sound‑alike risks, contributing to a culture of safety. Handles, processes, and appropriately disposes of all waste materials, including all levels of hazardous waste, within the department in accordance with environmental protocols. Proficient in the appropriate use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and spill kits in the event of a hazardous medication spill. Participates in initiatives that improve medication‑use processes and supports compliance with regulatory standards and institutional accreditation requirements. Prepares reports and assists with compliance documentation as directed by supervisors, contributing to operational transparency and accountability.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
N/A
Education
High School Grad or Equiv [Required]
Field of Study
N/A
Work Experience
1+ years of contemporary hospital pharmacy experience, retail or ambulatory experience [Required]
Additional Information
Active State Pharmacy Technician registration required
Licenses and Certifications
Registered Pharmacy Technician (RPhT) [Required]
Licensed Pharmacy Technician (RPhT) [Required]
Physical Requirements
Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/msy4mja2
Pay Range
$20.57 - $32.91
This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.
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Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off from Day One
403-B Retirement Plan
4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
Career Development
Whole Person Well-being Resources
Mental Health Resources and Support
Pet Benefits
Schedule
Full time
Shift
Night (United States of America)
Address
7700 S BROADWAY
City
LITTLETON
State
Colorado
Postal Code
80122
Job Description
Executes core pharmacy technician duties with proficiency in standard workflows, hospital systems, and pharmacy operational programs under pharmacist supervision. Demonstrates proficiency in core pharmacy services, including medication dispensing, preparation, inventory management, sterile compounding, controlled substance handling, and regulatory compliance. Provides coverage across core pharmacy practice areas, including central/distributive operations, decentralized services, automated dispensing cabinet (ADC) management, and cleanroom compounding as assigned. Accurately prepares and safely dispenses patient-specific medication doses, ensuring correct drug, dose, dosage form, expiration dating, and barcode scanning. Compounds sterile medications such as IV solutions and piggyback containers under aseptic conditions, following USP & guidelines and institutional protocols, with appropriate oversight. Other duties as assigned. Works effectively with technicians, pharmacists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient care and ensure continuity of pharmacy services across shifts, staffing assignments, and practice areas. Actively participates in departmental quality improvement efforts, attends educational activities, and supports training and mentorship of peers and pharmacy learners. Operates and troubleshoot medication automation systems, ADCs, and pharmacy software; interprets electronic health records accurately to support safe medication practices. Maintains inventory accuracy by receiving and rotating stock, removing expired medications, guaranteeing accurate medication counts, and managing controlled substances in compliance with regulatory standards. Ensures proper medication storage and overall inventory integrity. Identifies, reports, and helps prevent potential medication errors, including look‑alike/sound‑alike risks, contributing to a culture of safety. Handles, processes, and appropriately disposes of all waste materials, including all levels of hazardous waste, within the department in accordance with environmental protocols. Proficient in the appropriate use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and spill kits in the event of a hazardous medication spill. Participates in initiatives that improve medication‑use processes and supports compliance with regulatory standards and institutional accreditation requirements. Prepares reports and assists with compliance documentation as directed by supervisors, contributing to operational transparency and accountability.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
N/A
Education
High School Grad or Equiv [Required]
Field of Study
N/A
Work Experience
1+ years of contemporary hospital pharmacy experience, retail or ambulatory experience [Required]
Additional Information
Active State Pharmacy Technician registration required
Licenses and Certifications
Registered Pharmacy Technician (RPhT) [Required]
Licensed Pharmacy Technician (RPhT) [Required]
Physical Requirements
Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/msy4mja2
Pay Range
$20.57 - $32.91
This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.
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