Certified Pharmacy Technician/Tech in Training - NMH - FT

NORTHERN MONTANA HOSPITAL•Havre, MT

89d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Pharmacy Director and/or the pharmacist on duty, the Pharmacy Technician will provide adequate supportive assistance to enable the Pharmacist to provide optimal pharmaceutical services to patients, customers and residents, in the most economical and professional manner. Certification is preferred but will consider training. Certification must be obtained within 18 months of employment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must have no history of drug addiction or misuse
Current certification by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) and the Board of Pharmacy (or obtain within 18 months of employment)
Must have typing ability and good telephone etiquette
Must have ability to follow oral and written instructions with accuracy, speed and dependability
Must be able to work with frequent interruptions and be flexible in work load and schedule
Must be able to set priorities, solve problems and respond quickly to emergency requests
Must be dependable in attendance and job performance
Must possess effective verbal and written communication skills, allowing for the ability to read and interpret a broad range of prescription terminology and medications
Must possess the ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in the health care field is desirable
Computer literacy desirable

Responsibilities

Provide adequate supportive assistance to enable the Pharmacist to provide optimal pharmaceutical services to patients, customers and residents, in the most economical and professional manner.
Perform routine repetitive tasks on a continuing basis.
Work cooperatively with staff within the Pharmacy and all other areas.
Calculate dosages and days' supply for prescriptions.