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 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, regularly work 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. The role includes quality assurance and auditing tasks, in addition to basic technician responsibilities, and helps oversee training for entry-level technicians.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- State Pharmacy Technician License/Registration.
- At least 2 years of pharmacy technician experience in the current practice area (inpatient or retail).
- For inpatient areas, completion of all required competencies.
Nice To Haves
- Additional relevant Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) certifications, such as CSPT, Nonsterile Compounding, Supply Chain, Immunizations, or Inventory Management.
- Graduation from an ASHP-accredited or equivalent pharmacy technician training program.
- 340B program experience, if working at a 340B facility.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Pharmacist, under the Pharmacist’s supervision, with daily Pharmacy operations.
- In inpatient practice, perform duties in the respective area after completing required competencies.
- For IV-focused work, perform IV and/or hazardous drug admixture duties as a regularly staffed technician.
- For operations-focused work, manage inventory, replenish and maintain automated dispensing cabinets, and assist with technician training.
- In retail practice, support pharmacists with medication preparation and distribution.
- Perform quality assurance and auditing tasks in retail practice.
- Help oversee training for entry-level technicians.
Benefits
- Paid time off
- 401K retirement plan
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Tuition reimbursement
- Voluntary benefit options
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
