Job Title: Pharmacy Technician Inpatient Pharmacy, IV Room
Job Type:
Full Time
Salary:
Job Categories:
Medical
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Location:
Charlottesville, VA
Relocation:
Job Description:
Prepares and delivers medications to patients and/or nursing units under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist/licensed independent practitioner. Demonstrates the ability to competently work in different (omit) general and specialized areas of pharmacy practice.
Now is your moment to join UVA Healths IV Room teamwhere sterile precision meets life-saving care.
About the Department The IV Room is a specialized unit within UVA Healths Inpatient Pharmacy, dedicated to sterile compounding in a newly renovated, state-of-the-art clean room. This environment supports high-acuity patient care across the hospitals 528-bed inpatient census.
What We Do Pharmacy Technicians in the IV Room:
Perform sterile compounding of IV medications in compliance with USP <797> and <800> standards
Prepare chemotherapy, antibiotics, and other critical infusions for both adult and pediatric patients
Operate within a controlled clean room environment to ensure safety and accuracy
Collaborate with pharmacists to meet urgent and routine patient needs
Why Join Us
Work in a cutting-edge sterile compounding facility
Play a direct role in delivering high-impact therapies
Join a team that values precision, safety, and collaboration
Minimum Qualifications
Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent
Experience: 6 months minimum relevant experience
Licensure/Certifications: Commonwealth of Virginia Pharmacy Technician Registration required. CPhT credential through National Healthcareer Association (NHA) or Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) required. For team members hired prior to February 1, 2020, certification as CPhT through NHA or PTCB is required by January 31, 2022.
Physical Demands Job requires standing for prolonged periods. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull less than 20lbs.
Onboarding Requirements
Background checks and pre-employment health screenings will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment. All safety-sensitive positions with direct patient interaction also require a drug screen.
The starting base rate for this role is $20.68 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.
Benefits
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings
Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
Certification and education support
Generous Paid Time Off
UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as High Performing in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Childrens is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.
