What Health System Pharmacy contributes to Cardinal Health
Pharmacy Operations is responsible for the safe, efficient and effective coordination of Cardinal Health's pharmacy operations that service acute care hospitals, hospital retail customers, ambulatory care and alternate site facilities, oncology and cardiology practices as well as retail customers.
Job Summary
This position is located at Lemuel Shattuck Hospital in Jamaica Plain , MA. Lemuel Shattuck Hospital is a 250+ bed teaching hospital servicing a variety of patient populations. This technician will work independently as well as part of a managed team to ensure accurate and timely delivery of medications to patient care units. This technician will support daily operational responsibilities that include, but are not limited to, medication preparation and packaging, as well as inventory management processes. This position is full-time, 32 hours/week.
The Technician II, Health Systems Pharmacy provides assistance to the Pharmacist in the daily operations of the pharmacy. Activities include the preparation of and filling of prescriptions, taking pharmacy inventory and processing product returns. The Technician II, Health Systems Pharmacy ensures that all orders are reviewed by a registered pharmacist and records all activity in compliance with regulatory and company guidelines. This job frequently communicates with customers to ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment of all orders.
Responsibilities
Accurately selects and prepares medication automatic dispensing cabinet and for patient specific use under pharmacist review.
Delivers medication to patient care units in accordance with departmental policies and procedures and Massachusetts Board of Pharmacy regulations.
Assists in maintaining appropriate inventory levels, including stock rotation, checking for expired medications, and providing feedback when stock levels are low.
Responds urgently to floor stock needs, delivering medications to the automated dispensing cabinet on patient care units in an accurate and timely manner, including checking for errors such as wrong strengths and expiration dates.
Works with other hospital staff to ensure medication units are clean and orderly in accordance with hospital policy and laws.
Performs other related duties as assigned or requested by the Director of Pharmacy.
Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Massachusetts pharmacy technician license required.
PTCB certified, or ability to obtain certification.
Inpatient/hospital experience strongly preferred.
IV compounding experience preferred.
Ability to use technology such as computers, smart phones and tablets.
Experience using Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and Powerpoint preferred.
Ability to work well in a team.
Strong communication skills.
Strong customer service skills.
May require vendor credentialing.
What is expected of you and others at this level
Applies acquired knowledge and skills to complete standard tasks.
Readily learns and applies new information and methods to work in assigned area.
Maintains appropriate licenses, training and certifications.
Works on routine assignments that require some problem resolution.
Works within clearly defined standard operating procedures and/or scientific methods.
Adheres to all quality guidelines.
Works under moderate degree of supervision.
Work typically involves regular review of output by work lead or supervisor.
Refers complex unusual problems to supervisor.
Anticipated hourly range: $21.20 per hour - $27.18 per hour (includes shift differential).
Bonus eligible: No
Benefits: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.
Medical, dental and vision coverage
Paid time off plan
Health savings account (HSA)
401k savings plan
Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay
Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Work-Life resources
Paid parental leave
Healthy lifestyle programs
Application window anticipated to close: 01/02/2026 *if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.
The hourly range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.
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Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.
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