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
