Pharmacy Technician Job at Cardinal Health, Waterbury, CT

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  • Cardinal Health
  • Waterbury, CT

Job Description

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.

Health System Pharmacy is responsible for providing customized pharmacy program solutions that reduce costs and improve patient care quality for hospitals, health systems and other integrated healthcare providers may also consult with and advise healthcare team on prescribed medications, supplies and related processes.

Job Summary

Cardinal Health provides comprehensive clinical and operational pharmacy services for PAM Health, a nationwide healthcare provider for Rehabilitation and Long-Term Acute Care. PAM is expanding with a 42-bed Acute Inpatient Rehabilitation Services into Waterbury, CT with an expected opening in September 2026. We are hiring a Full time Technician to work Monday - Friday 8am - 4:30pm.

The Technician II, Health Systems Pharmacy supports the Pharmacist in the daily operations of the pharmacy. Key responsibilities include managing the automatic dispensing cabinet (Pyxis)/patient specific bin items, conducting inventory checks, processing product returns, removing expired medications, prepacking medications as necessary, purchasing medications based on pharmacy needs and inventory costs, and returning any recalled items. 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 other healthcare providers to ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment of all orders.

Responsibilities

  • Assists the Pharmacist as needed, permitted by State Boards of Pharmacy.

  • Takes inventory, places orders, checks in drugs and supplies, stocks shelves and removes out-of-date items from the inventory.

  • Maintains a safe and clean pharmacy by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.

  • Inputs patient data and order information as needed into the pharmacy information management system.

  • Fill and label medications.

  • Refill Pyxis and deliver patient specific medications after pharmacist verification.

  • Prepares and compounds sterile IV mixtures as required.

  • Communicates with all healthcare professionals and patients in a courteous and professional manner.

  • Maintains knowledge of and abides by all applicable pharmacy laws and regulations.

  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • High School diploma, GED or equivalent, or equivalent work experience preferred.

  • Active CT Pharmacy Technician License required.

  • National Pharmacy Technician certification (PTCB) or ability to obtain preferred.

  • Buyer experience preferred.

  • Inpatient/hospital pharmacy experience preferred.

  • IV experience preferred.

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

  • Strong customer service skills.

  • Demonstrated ability to use technology such as computers, smart phones and tablets.

  • 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

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: 6/24/2026*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.

Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Temporary work, Work experience placement, Immediate start, Monday to Friday, Flexible hours

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