Cleveland Clinic·Colesville, Maryland
Supports daily inpatient pharmacy operations by preparing, packaging, and delivering medications to patient care units. Maintains accurate inventory records and ensures compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
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Pharmacy Technician - Inpatient
Schedule: 6:00am-2:30am/1:00pm-9:30pm
Job details: **This role is eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $2,500
Serving the needs of Garfield Heights and the Southeast communities of Cuyahoga County, Marymount Hospital is an acute care, faith-based hospital. Here, caregivers are guided by the Christian values of service, compassion, dignity and respect and live by the mission of providing world-class healthcare. As a part of our team, you will build a rewarding, lifelong career in a diverse and welcoming environment.
The Pharmacy Technician – Inpatient supports daily pharmacy operations by working alongside pharmacists to ensure the safe, accurate, and timely preparation and distribution of medications throughout the hospital. Responsibilities include preparing, packaging, and delivering medications to patient care units, maintaining inventory, managing pharmacy records, and providing excellent customer service to caregivers across the organization. This role plays a vital part in supporting efficient inpatient pharmacy operations while helping ensure patients receive the medications they need safely and on time.
A caregiver in this position will work rotating first and second shifts, with start times ranging from 6:00am to 1:00pm and 8-hour shifts scheduled between 6:00am and 9:30pm based on operational needs. Caregivers participate in an every-third-weekend rotation, provide occasional third-shift coverage for PTO, and are expected to work two holidays per year.
Prepare medications through selecting, labeling, repacking, non-sterile compounding and sterile compounding.
Deliver medications to the appropriate storage locations in an accurate and timely manner.
Maintain accurate and appropriate inventories of medications and supplies and complete inventory audits, such as cycle counts and nursing unit inspections.
Maintain a safe and clean work area by complying with procedures, rules and regulations, and document regulatory requirements such as temperature logs, scheduled activities and training.
Use information systems, technology and automation to complete assigned tasks.
Assist with the training of pharmacy caregivers and students.
High School Diploma/GED
Upon hire, you must be a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or the National Healthcare Association (NHA).
In addition to the above requirement, upon hire, it is required to hold an active registration through the Ohio Board of Pharmacy (OBOP) as either a Certified Pharmacy Technician, Registered Pharmacy Technician, or Pharmacy Technician Trainee
Please note: Caregivers with active Pharmacy Technician Trainee or Registered Pharmacy Technician registrations are required to update their registration to a Certified Pharmacy Technician registration with the OBOP within 6 months
Understanding of algebraic calculations necessary for the preparation of extemporaneous compounds
• Typical physical demands include ability to perform the job while standing, walking, reaching, stretching and sitting for prolonged periods; manual dexterity sufficient to perform computer, dispensing, and compounding.
• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances.
Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.
Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions are made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. Information provided on this application may be shared with any Cleveland Clinic Health System facility.
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Market context
Pharmacy technician roles in Maryland are commonly tied to steady demand in retail, hospital, and outpatient settings, where employers need support with dispensing, inventory, and patient service. Competition can be strongest for candidates who already hold Maryland Board of Pharmacy registration and can show reliability, accuracy, and familiarity with regulated workflows. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your registration status and tailor your application to the setting you know best.