Pharmacy Technician

Job Title:

Inpatient Pharmacy Technician Department:
Pharmacy

Reports To:

Pharmacy Manager / Pharmacist-in-Charge

Employment Type:

Full-Time / Part-Time (as applicable) Job Summary

The Inpatient Pharmacy Technician supports the delivery of safe, accurate, and timely medication services to hospitalized patients. Working under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist, the technician assists with medication preparation, distribution, inventory management, and compliance with hospital policies, regulatory standards, and patient safety practices.

Prepare, package, label, and distribute medications for inpatient units in accordance with physician orders and pharmacy policies

Assist pharmacists in compounding sterile and non-sterile medications, including IV admixtures, following USP and hospital guidelines

Deliver medications to nursing units and automated dispensing cabinets (ADCs) and perform restocking as required

Accurately enter medication orders and patient information into the pharmacy information system, as permitted by state law

Maintain medication inventory, including ordering, receiving, stocking, rotating, and removing expired products

Perform controlled substance handling, documentation, and inventory in compliance with hospital policy and regulatory requirements

Participate in medication reconciliation and cart exchange processes, as applicable

Ensure proper storage, handling, and security of medications at all times

Assist with quality assurance activities, audits, and performance improvement initiatives

Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant pharmacy workspace

Provide excellent customer service to nurses, physicians, and other healthcare staff

Education & Certification:

High school diploma or equivalent required

Pharmacy Technician certification (CPhT) required or preferred, depending on state and hospital requirements

Experience:

Previous inpatient hospital pharmacy experience preferred

Experience with sterile compounding and IV preparation strongly preferred

Knowledge of hospital pharmacy operations and medication distribution systems

Familiarity with automated dispensing cabinets (e.g., Pyxis, Omnicell)

Ability to follow detailed procedures and maintain a high level of accuracy

Strong organizational and time-management skills

Effective communication and teamwork skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced healthcare environment while maintaining attention to detail

Basic computer skills and experience with pharmacy information systems

Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the hospital for extended periods

Ability to lift and carry up to 25–50 pounds, as required

Manual dexterity to prepare medications and operate pharmacy equipment

May require rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and on-call coverage

Adheres to all hospital policies, state and federal regulations, and accreditation standards

Maintains patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations