Pharmacy Technician — Per Diem | Pharmacy Services

Howard University Hospital  |  Washington, DC

Role Summary

As a per diem Pharmacy Technician at Howard University Hospital, you will help ensure the safe, accurate, and timely preparation and distribution of medications across our inpatient pharmacy operation. Working under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist and reporting to the Director of Pharmacy Services, you will fill medication orders, support medication-history collection, maintain pharmaceutical inventory, and deliver medications to patient care areas — all in service of safe, high-quality patient care.

This per diem role is ideal for a certified pharmacy technician seeking flexible scheduling and the opportunity to contribute to one of the nation’s most storied academic medical centers.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare and dispense medication orders for an assigned inpatient population, filling patient medications based on physician orders and patient profiles approved by the pharmacist, in accordance with departmental procedures
• Fill orders for unit doses, pre-packaged pharmaceuticals, intravenous admixtures, controlled substances, floor stock, supplemental medications, emergency kits, and general stock
• Assist pharmacists in collecting patient medication history to identify and resolve discrepancies, improve patient safety, and reduce medication-related errors
• Package and label medications into unit doses for pharmacist inspection and approval
• Deliver and pick up pharmacy documents and medications across departments and patient care locations
• Track and maintain stock levels of pharmaceutical supplies in accordance with established par levels; check and replenish floor stock and related medications to patient care areas
• Produce routine and requested reports from pharmacy databases, including controlled-substance use, unit inspections, medication-use studies, inventory, billing, and transfer transactions
• Support drug product recalls and pharmacy area inspections
• Observe departmental policies, procedures, quality assurance programs, and safety, security, environmental, and infection control standards
• Perform other related duties as assigned consistent with the scope of this role

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)
• Active registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the District of Columbia Board of Pharmacy
• Current national Pharmacy Technician certification — Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or an equivalent national certifying body — required
• One (1) year of related pharmacy experience preferred
• Proficiency with pharmacy computerized systems and the Microsoft Office suite
• Ability to perform the mathematical operations required for inventory, supply requests, and recordkeeping
• Ability to lift supplies and equipment up to 40 lbs., for up to approximately 40% of the workday
• Strong written and verbal communication, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills

What We Offer

• Highly competitive per diem compensation
• Flexible scheduling
• A professional practice environment within a respected academic medical center
• The opportunity to contribute meaningfully to patient care at the nation’s only teaching hospital located on the campus of a historically Black university

Please note: Per Diem positions are not benefits-eligible and do not accrue PTO. Employees may be eligible for compensation under the DC Accrued Sick and Safe Leave Act (ASSLA).

About Howard University Hospital

Howard University Hospital (HUH) is the nation’s only teaching hospital located on the campus of a historically Black university. With a legacy dating back to 1862 — when it operated as Freedmen’s Hospital, providing care and refuge to those who had been denied it elsewhere — HUH has grown into one of the most comprehensive healthcare facilities in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area and is a designated DC Level 1 Trauma Center. Today, HUH continues its proud tradition of delivering exemplary, patient-centered, and culturally responsive care to the community, while providing exceptional learning and professional development opportunities for the next generation of healthcare professionals.

Position Details

Pay & Schedule

This is a per diem, non-exempt position. Hourly rate is $29.00/hour.

Compliance Statements

Culture of Care: Howard University Hospital supports a Just Culture that promotes accountability, learning, and patient safety.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Howard University Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Reasonable Accommodation: Howard University Hospital is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws. If you require an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact the Human Resources Department at HUHLA@huhosp.org.

Pay Transparency: Salary ranges listed in job postings reflect the expected compensation range for the position and are provided in accordance with applicable pay transparency laws. Final compensation is determined based on experience, education, internal equity, and other relevant factors.

Disclaimer: The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position.