Kindred Healthcare·Huntington, West Virginia
The Pharmacy Technician prepares and dispenses medications, including mixing IV additive solutions using aseptic techniques. They are also responsible for managing inventory, labeling bottles, and delivering medications to nursing floors.
This hospital is designed as a bridge in the continuum of care and is intended to provide intensive, specialized care for medically complex patients that require a longer treatment and recovery period.
This hospital provides a committed and knowledgeable clinical team in a setting conducive to healing.
Their goal is to treat the immediate and long-term needs of the patients with the goal of helping each patient reach the next level of well-being on their path to a full recovery.
Job Summary The Pharmacy Technician under the direct supervision of the (Market) Manager/Director of Pharmacy or Registered Pharmacist – and according to the standards procedures-dispenses additives for IV and irrigating solutions, mixes IV additive solutions as required using aseptic technique with the laminar air flow hood, types labels, prepares and files charge slips, and performs other related duties.
Essential Functions Assists Pharmacist to prepare and dispense medication Mixes pharmaceutical preparations, fills bottles with prescribed tablets and capsules, and prepares labels for bottles Fills orders with correct medications Prepares unit of use dosage when possible Processes records of medication and equipment dispensed to patient, computes charges, and enters data in computer Prepares intravenous (IV) packs Generates required reports; pick i.v., production reports Performs backup procedures correctly Recycles product as appropriate Changes prep and expiration date on recycled product Dates times and initials all vials for reuse Prioritizes work (i.e. stats made first) Delivers IVS to proper locations Restocks shelves and rotates stock Properly disposes of non-recyclable solutions Maintains i.v. refrigerator temperature log Receives and stores incoming supplies Counts stock and enters data in computer to maintain inventory records Returns medications to stock and rotates stock Fills requisitions from Nursing floors in a timely fashion Can calculate appropriate medication doses based on patient’s age Adult and Geriatrics Cleans equipment and sterilizes glassware according to prescribed methods Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations The ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal) with clinical staff Self-motivated, self-directed with excellent organizational skills Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously Good math and science skills Good stress coping skills Must read, write and speak fluent English Must have good and regular attendance Approximate percent of time required to travel: 0%25 Performs other related duties as assigned
Education High School diploma or equivalent Licenses/Certification State Certification/Licensure if required by state Experience Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Pharmacy Technician in a hospital pharmacy setting preferred Basic understanding of the role of and use of a computer in the processing of prescription orders with minimum word processing skills
Candidates must have a high school diploma and state certification/licensure if required. A minimum of one year of experience in a hospital pharmacy setting is preferred.
Market context
Pharmacy roles in West Virginia are typically driven by steady healthcare demand in hospitals, clinics, and community settings, with employers looking for candidates who can work accurately and communicate clearly with patients and care teams. These positions can be competitive because they require an M.D. or D.O., board certification or eligibility within five years of residency, and West Virginia licensure or eligibility. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your licensure status and prepare examples of patient-facing communication and basic computer use.
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