Certified Pharmacy Technician

About This Role

This role involves delivering medications, refilling automated dispensing machines, and preparing IV admixtures under supervision in an inpatient pharmacy setting. The technician reviews physician orders, resolves discrepancies, and maintains pharmacy stock.

Responsibilities

• Deliver medications to designated areas under close supervision and according to detailed instructions, policies and procedures
• Refill and maintain automated dispensing machines
• Price manual medication orders, inventory and reorder stock in the pharmacy
• Enter data into a computer system and print labels as necessary
• Review physician's orders and enter patient medication orders into the pharmacy order entry system
• Identify problems with orders and notify pharmacist or nursing when clarification or patient information is needed
• Accurately compound IV Admixtures and other assigned preparations utilizing aseptic technique and proper pharmaceutical procedures
• Maintain stock in all assigned areas including the IV room and other pharmacy areas
• Perform related clerical duties including typing, answering phone, filing and greeting nurses and physicians at the Pharmacy window
• Ensure customer service and teamwork while conducting responsibilities

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Current Pharmacy Technician Certification
• Computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information
• Proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to operate standard pharmacy and office equipment
• Strong interpersonal skills

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent

Nice to Have

• 1 year Hospital experience

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