About the role#
The Pharmacy Student Technician assists pharmacists in the dispensing and distribution of compounded sterile preparations and non-sterile drug products. Working under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist, you will ensure medications are prepared accurately and ready for patient administration. You are expected to train and become fully proficient in non-sterile compounding within six months of your start date.
What you'll do#
- Prepare hazardous and non-hazardous, controlled and non-controlled pharmaceuticals for non-sterile use following SOPs and USP guidelines.
- Document work in electronic health records and automated systems throughout the compounding and medication delivery processes.
- Maintain a clean, safe environment for drug manipulation.
- Assist pharmacists in filling patient-specific orders by pulling items and preparing them for delivery.
- Distribute compounded sterile and non-sterile products to designated patient-floor areas.
- Manage inventory by receiving and scanning incoming orders, restocking supplies, and rotating stock to prioritize first-expiring medications.
- Discard expired drugs according to department procedures and maintain accurate physical counts and expiration records.
- Assist the pharmacy purchasing team with inventory management and support pharmacy managers with controlled-substance records and investigations.
- Handle controlled substances in compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Support main pharmacy operations by answering calls, greeting customers at the window, and retrieving orders for pickup.
What you'll need#
- High school diploma or GED.
- Current State of Connecticut Pharmacy Technician license.
- Understanding of USP <795>, <797>, and <800> policies.
- Proficiency with electronic health records, such as EPIC, and automated documentation systems.
- Ability to perform mathematical functions required for pharmaceutical preparation.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact with patients and support staff.
- Ability to prioritize tasks, adapt to new workflows, and work effectively as part of a team.
- Associate's or bachelor's degree in a healthcare-related field and prior pharmacy technician experience are preferred but not required.
- PTCB certification is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Hartford, Connecticut.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Term: Rolling.
About Connecticut Children's
Connecticut Children's is a pediatric academic medical center based in Hartford. Founded in 1996, it functions as the primary teaching and research site for the University of Connecticut School of Medicine. The organization employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people. It operates as a nonprofit institution dedicated to the health of children and families.
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