Select Specialty Hospital - Richmond·Henrico County, Virginia
The Pharmacy Technician manages daily pharmacy operations, including preparing and delivering medications to patient areas under pharmacist supervision. They are also responsible for billing, inventory management, and maintaining strict control of narcotics and controlled substances.
You will deliver superior quality in all that you do and you will treat others as they wish to be treated. You are a results-oriented team player who is resourceful in overcoming obstacles. You are an inventive problem solver. You will complete a variety of pharmacy tasks and services, including being responsible for the daily operations of the pharmacy within the established policies and guidelines. You will work under the direction of a licensed pharmacist, and you are able to work independently. You will not provide direct care to patients. Picking up drug orders at the nursing station(s) and preparing medications under the supervision of the pharmacist on shift. Delivering the appropriate quantities of the medication to the correct patient area(s). Assisting with accurate billing and crediting of patient medications. Maintaining drugs in the pharmacy in accordance with the Drug Formulary, to include ordering, receiving, storing and filling out all necessary paperwork. Monitoring doses administered according to the Medication Administration Record on the narcotics sign-out record. Maintaining all forms and reports necessary for the control of narcotics and other controlled substances.
You are attentive to detail and organized, focused on being a customer-service oriented team member. You should have a strong knowledge of medical terminology, as you will be reading and updating patient charts. You will also know how to create compound medications, IV fluids, nutritional mixtures, etc. Minimum requirements: Requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent. 1 year of Pharmacy experience in a hospital setting. Preferred qualifications that will make you successful: Current Pharmacy Technician Certification preferred unless required by the State. Additional Data Select Medical strives to provide our employees with a solid work-life balance, as we understand that happy employees have both fulfilling careers and fulfilling lives beyond our doors. Work jointly with an interdisciplinary team. Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Illness Days (EID). Health, Dental, and Vision insurance; Life insurance; Prescription coverage. A 401(k) retirement plan with company match. Short and Long Term Disability. Personal and Family Medical Leave. We'd love for you to join the team! Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans
Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of pharmacy experience in a hospital setting. A current Pharmacy Technician Certification is preferred.
Market context
Pharmacy technician openings in Virginia are typically driven by ongoing medication dispensing needs in retail, hospital, and clinical settings. Competition can be stronger for candidates with PTCB certification, state registration, and clinical pharmacy experience, especially when employers also offer paid time off, health insurance, tuition reimbursement, and 401(k) matching. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your license status and driver’s license before applying.
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