Pharmacy Technician; CPhT; Specialty Fulfillment

Job Title

Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) - Specialty Fulfillment

Retail Rx | OSU Specialty Pharmacy Ackerman

Responsible for supporting the safe, efficient, and compliant preparation and distribution of medications under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.

Provides high-quality, patient-centered technical support services to ensure accurate medication preparation, packaging, and inventory control. In collaboration with pharmacists and other pharmacy technicians, assist in maintaining regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and service excellence across assigned practice areas. Maintains active registration as a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) with the Ohio Board of Pharmacy and PTCB/NHA national certification and fulfills all continuing education and competency requirements necessary to maintain registration throughout employment.

Demonstrates professional conduct aligned with hospital and departmental mission, vision, and values.

This position functions to support all aspects of medication preparation and distribution services at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center Specialty Fulfillment Pharmacy under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist. Duties include medication counting and packaging; preparing prescriptions for delivery to patients, assisting patients at our drive up window; contacting patients via phone, and other duties as permitted by Ohio Board of Pharmacy.

The Pharmacy Technician II assists pharmacists in ensuring accurate medication dispensing and regulatory compliance in accordance with Ohio Board of Pharmacy rules, state and federal regulations, USP standards as applicable, and institutional policies. This role supports patient care while promoting a safe and efficient medication-use system. Must demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide services appropriate to the age of the patients served, including completing any mandatory education requirements.

This position requires a valid driver's license and the ability to regularly lift and move 50 pounds.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum age: 18 years.
• Ohio Board of Pharmacy Certified Pharmacy Technician and active PTCB/NHA certification.
• Ongoing:
  Maintain Certified Pharmacy Technician status with Ohio Board of Pharmacy and active PTCB/NHA certification. Continues to meet departmental competency requirements and pharmacy standards of employee conduct.

This position works in person at our Ackerman Road site. Duties include but are not limited to: hand-counting tablets and capsules using a counting tray, packaging and labelling prescription vials, boxes and bags, ringing out prescriptions, making shipping labels, packaging prescriptions for delivery to patients, retrieving and stocking supplies, assisting patients via speaker at a drive-up window, placing medication orders on pharmacy shelves, and driving an OSU vehicle to other pharmacy locations.

• Location:
  
  Ackerman Rd, 600 (2435)
• Position Type:
  Regular
• Scheduled
  
  Hours:
  
  40
• Shift: First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

Ohio State benefits give you options to take care of what matters most to you — and opportunities to make adjustments as your life and needs change, including:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

As Buckeyes, we accomplish more together. No matter your role, you’ll be part of creating what people need now: pathways to education, research and health care. Working at Ohio State means you’re part of a team with a strong sense of community and an unwavering commitment to excellence — and, of course, incomparable Buckeye spirit. We bring out the best in people, help each other succeed and learn together.

By joining Ohio State, you become part of a top-20 public university with one of America’s leading academic health centers. We’re a team of dedicated colleagues with access to boundless resources that support you.