Certified Pharmacy Technician - Inpatient - Slidell Memorial Hospital

Ochsner Health•Slidell, LA

About The Position

The Certified Pharmacy Technician delivers medications to designated areas under close supervision and according to instructions, policies, and procedures. The role refills and maintains automated dispensing machines; prices manual medication orders; inventories, reorders, and maintains pharmacy stock; enters data and prints labels; and reviews physician orders and enters patient medication orders into the pharmacy system. The technician identifies order problems and contacts pharmacists or nursing staff when clarification or patient information is needed. The position also prepares IV admixtures and other assigned compounds using aseptic technique and proper pharmaceutical procedures, maintains stock in assigned pharmacy areas, and performs clerical duties such as typing, answering phones, filing, and greeting staff at the pharmacy window. The technician fills medication orders; charges and credits medications; stocks, delivers, and inspects assigned areas; prepares extemporaneous compounds; and enters TPN orders into the computer system. The role supports customer service, teamwork, professional development, and patient-centered communication while respecting patient privacy and adapting interactions to the patient population. The incumbent must remain knowledgeable about applicable laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements and comply with them. Other related duties may be assigned. This position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and current Pharmacy Technician Certification issued by the Board of Pharmacy in the state of practice. Hospital experience is preferred. The role requires computer and keyboard skills, proficiency with Windows-style applications, clear verbal and written communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to operate standard pharmacy and office equipment. The technician must be able to travel throughout and between facilities and work a flexible schedule, including potential 24/7, weekend, holiday, and on-call availability. The role is classified as medium work, involving exertion of 20 to 50 pounds occasionally, 10 to 25 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly. There is no routine exposure to blood, body fluid, or tissue and no occupational risk for communicable disease. Because the role is in a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk of exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste through pharmacy-related handling and disposal activities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Current Pharmacy Technician Certification issued by the Board of Pharmacy in the state of practice.
Computer skills and dexterity for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
Proficiency with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present information clearly and professionally to people at varying levels throughout the patient care process.
Ability to operate standard pharmacy and office equipment.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to travel throughout and between facilities.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including potential 24/7, weekend, holiday, and on-call availability.
Ability to meet the physical demands of medium work: exerting 20 to 50 pounds occasionally, 10 to 25 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly.

Nice To Haves

One year of hospital experience.

Responsibilities

Deliver medications to designated areas under supervision and according to instructions, policies, and procedures.
Refill and maintain automated dispensing machines.
Price manual medication orders; inventory, reorder, and maintain pharmacy stock.
Enter data into computer systems and print labels as needed.
Review physician orders and enter patient medication orders into the pharmacy order-entry system.
Identify order problems and contact pharmacists or nursing staff for clarification or needed patient information.
Accurately prepare IV admixtures and other assigned preparations using aseptic technique and proper pharmaceutical procedures.
Fill medication orders; charge and credit medications; stock, deliver, and inspect assigned areas.
Prepare extemporaneous compounds and enter TPN orders into the computer system.
Maintain stock in assigned areas, including the IV room and other pharmacy areas.
Perform clerical duties, including typing, answering phones, filing, and greeting nurses and physicians at the pharmacy window.
Provide customer service and contribute to teamwork while performing responsibilities.
Maintain competency through professional growth and fulfillment of responsibilities.
Adapt communication and service to the patient population while respecting privacy and requesting permissions as appropriate.
Remain knowledgeable about and comply with applicable laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements.
Perform other related duties as required.