Pharmacy Tech PRN

About the job

Position Title:
Pharmacy Tech PRN

Department:
Pharmacy

Job Description:
General Description:
The Inpatient Pharmacy Technician I supports the provision of pharmaceutical care by performing routine, foundational technical tasks related to medication preparation, distribution, and inventory management under direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist. This entry‑level role is designed to develop core inpatient pharmacy skills and support safe, timely medication delivery across inpatient care areas.

Essential Responsibilities:
Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities, with or without an accommodation, may result in disqualification from the position.

• While Awaiting Oklahoma State Board of Pharmacy Technician Permit
• Duties are limited to auxiliary supportive personnel functions, as permitted by Oklahoma Board of Pharmacy rules:
• Retrieves prescriptions, medication records, or files as directed.

• Performs clerical tasks including data entry, typing labels, and maintaining patient profiles.

• Performs secretarial tasks such as answering phones, filing, and basic documentation.

• Assists with maintaining a clean, organized, and orderly pharmacy environment.

• Participates in inventory support activities including monitoring, pricing, dating, invoicing, stocking, and assisting with purchase order preparation.

• Assists with accounting‑related support tasks such as basic recordkeeping, accounts receivable support, third‑party billing, and posting under supervision.

• After Receipt of Oklahoma State Board of Pharmacy Technician Permit
• Prepares, labels, and delivers medications accurately and timely under pharmacist supervision.

• Fills automated dispensing cabinets (ADCs) and unit dose cassettes according to established procedures.

• Restocks and maintains crash carts, emergency kits, and medication supplies as assigned.

• Performs basic sterile and non‑sterile compounding under supervision and according to USP and departmental standards.

• Assists with batch preparation of sterile products as directed.

• Maintains cleanliness, organization, and inventory in assigned pharmacy areas, including IV rooms and preparation spaces.

• Accurately enters, fills, and documents medication orders in the pharmacy system and electronic medical record.

• Assists with receiving, unpacking, checking in, and shelving medications and supplies from vendors.

• Assists with maintaining IV room stock of base fluids, additives, and supplies.

• Assists with automated dispensing cabinet setup, stocking, and coordination.

• Helps maintain logs of medications and supplies requiring reorder.

• Assists with stock replenishment of decentralized or satellite pharmacy locations as requested.

• Participates in daily physical inventory counts and reports unreconciled discrepancies promptly to pharmacy leadership.

• Complies with all regulatory, safety, infection control, and quality standards.

• Participates in technician training, onboarding, and competency assessments.

• Escalates questions, discrepancies, or safety concerns to pharmacists or senior technicians appropriately.

• General Responsibilities:
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:
Education: High school diploma or GED required.
Experience: At least one (1) year of experience as a pharmacy technician required.
License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: Active permit as a Pharmacy Technician by the Oklahoma State Board of Pharmacy or ability to achieve permit within 90 days of employment.

• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Basic computer and math skills.

• Attention to detail to ensure accuracy of data and medication handling.

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

• Ability to read, understand, and follow written instructions and procedures.

• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

• Customer service–oriented mindset.

• EMR documentation experience.

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced inpatient healthcare environment.

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OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.