Advanced Pharmacy Tech
About The Position
The Advanced Pharmacy Technician assists the Pharmacist, under the Pharmacist’s supervision, in the daily operation of the Pharmacy. In inpatient areas, the technician has completed all required competencies and has at least two years of experience in the respective pharmacy area. Advanced Pharmacy Technicians specializing in IV work are trained in intravenous and/or hazardous drug compounding and are regularly staffed for IV admixture and/or hazardous drug admixture. Those specializing in operations are trained in inventory management, automated dispensing cabinet (ADC) replenishment and maintenance, are regularly staffed in an operations role, and can assist with technician training. In retail areas, the Advanced Pharmacy Technician performs more complex duties supporting pharmacists with medication preparation and distribution. In addition to basic technician responsibilities, the role includes quality assurance and auditing tasks and overseeing training for entry-level technicians.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- State Pharmacy Technician License/Registration.
- Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) credential; this requirement may be waived for current pharmacy students enrolled in an accredited School of Pharmacy.
- At least 2 years of pharmacy technician experience in the current practice area (inpatient or retail).
Nice To Haves
- Additional certifications in relevant areas of practice through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB), such as CSPT, Nonsterile Compounding, Supply Chain, Immunizations, and Inventory Management.
- Graduate of an ASHP-accredited or equivalent pharmacy technician training program.
- 340B program experience, if at a 340B facility.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Pharmacist, under the Pharmacist’s supervision, in the daily operation of the Pharmacy.
- For inpatient roles, complete required competencies and perform duties in the respective area of pharmacy.
- For IV roles, perform IV admixture and/or hazardous drug admixture work after receiving relevant compounding training.
- For operations roles, manage inventory, replenish and maintain automated dispensing cabinets, and assist with technician training.
- For retail roles, support pharmacists with medication preparation and distribution.
- Perform quality assurance and auditing tasks in retail areas.
- Oversee training for entry-level technicians in retail areas.
Benefits
- Paid time off
- 401K retirement plan
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Tuition reimbursement
- Voluntary benefit options
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
