Certified Pharmacy Tech

LMHS Careers • Newark, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

A motivated, nationally certified pharmacy technician who has registered with the Ohio State Board of Pharmacy (OSBP) to work under the supervision of a Registered Pharmacist in accordance with applicable state and federal laws to perform a variety of duties assisting the pharmacist.

Requirements

• 18 years of age
• Possess a high school diploma or GED
• Pass approved criminal background checks
• Completed a Ohio State Board of Pharmacy approved training program (if required)
• National pharmacy technician certification: Certified Pharmacy Technician Board (PTCB) or Exam for the Certification of Pharmacy Technicians (ExCPT)
• Registered with the OSBP as a certified pharmacy technician
• Read, write, perform arithmetic calculations and follow verbal or written instructions
• Basic computer skills and other common office equipment.
• Interpersonal skills to interact effectively with pharmacy, nursing, and other healthcare employees.
• Analytic ability to perform assigned tasks.

Responsibilities

• Fill Automated Dispensing Units and remove discontinued medications.
• Check for damaged and outdated IV fluids and medications in work area and remove outdated stock.
• Assure equipment for provision of patient care is available and in working order (e.g. crash carts, PARx hand helds, packager, and printers).
• Assure drugs in Pyxis in correct place.
• Prepare prescribed medications, including compounded formulations and IV's.
• Assure quality packaging, storage, safety, security, and distribution of medications.
• Train pharmacy technician trainees
• Perform additional duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED