Hospital Pharmacy Technician

Mercyhealth Wisconsin and Illinois•Rockford, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Works under direct supervision of pharmacists and other pharmacy staff to learn the skills needed to become a pharmacy technician. Assists in preparing, stocking and distributing medications. These tasks may also include procuring, measuring, compounding (sterile and non-sterile), counting, and delivering medications. Fills prescription/medication orders. Maintains inventory and restocks items in the pharmacy. Performs administrative tasks such as updating records, keeping the pharmacy clean and organized, and handling billing and insurance documentation. Responds to the requests of patients and healthcare providers and refer various inquiries to the Pharmacist. Complies with rules, regulations and procedures to help maintain a clean and safe pharmacy. Obtains a working knowledge of the functionality of all equipment and technology in the department. Appropriately triages phone calls and takes detailed phone messages. Demonstrates professionalism in behavior, appearance and interactions.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
IL applicants: License is required.
WI applicants: Registration is required.
Computer competencies
Good interpersonal skills, including both verbal and written communication skills
Good interpretive/analytical skills for medication dosage calculations
Reliable
Attention to detail
Ability to problem solve
Time and task management, prioritizing, and organizational skills
Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team
Ensures quality and safety in all work functions

Responsibilities

Assists in preparing, stocking and distributing medications.
Procuring, measuring, compounding (sterile and non-sterile), counting, and delivering medications.
Fills prescription/medication orders.
Maintains inventory and restocks items in the pharmacy.
Performs administrative tasks such as updating records, keeping the pharmacy clean and organized, and handling billing and insurance documentation.
Responds to the requests of patients and healthcare providers and refer various inquiries to the Pharmacist.
Complies with rules, regulations and procedures to help maintain a clean and safe pharmacy.
Obtains a working knowledge of the functionality of all equipment and technology in the department.
Appropriately triages phone calls and takes detailed phone messages.
Demonstrates professionalism in behavior, appearance and interactions.