Hospital Pharmacy Technician
About The Position
What Health System Pharmacy contributes to Cardinal Health Pharmacy Operations is responsible for the safe, efficient and effective coordination of Cardinal Health's pharmacy operations that service acute care hospitals, hospital retail customers, ambulatory care and alternate site facilities, oncology and cardiology practices as well as retail customers. Health System Pharmacy is responsible for providing customized pharmacy program solutions that reduce costs and improve patient care quality for hospitals, health systems and other integrated healthcare providers may also consult with and advise healthcare team on prescribed medications, supplies and related processes. Job Summary Cardinal Health operates the Pharmacy located at Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge, TN. We are currently recruiting for a full-time Pharmacy Technician. The Technician I, Health Systems Pharmacy provides assistance to the Pharmacist in the daily operations of the pharmacy. Activities include the preparation of and filling of prescriptions, taking pharmacy inventory and processing product returns. The Technician I, Health Systems Pharmacy ensures that all orders are reviewed by a registered pharmacist and records all activity in compliance with regulatory and company guidelines. This job frequently communicates with customers to ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment of all orders.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Licensed pharmacy technician in the state of Tennessee.
- IV certified or ability to obtain certification preferred.
- PTCB certification preferred.
- On the job training with the goal of completion of the of the Pharmacy Technician Certification exam within one year of hire.
- In-patient/hospital experience preferred.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong customer service skills.
- Demonstrated ability to use technology such as computers, smart phones and tablets.
- May require vendor credentialing.
- Applies basic skills and techniques to complete routine tasks within assigned area.
- Maintains appropriate licenses, training and certifications.
- Works on basic and routine assignments.
- Works within clearly defined Standard Operating Procedures and/or scientific methods.
- Adheres to all quality guidelines.
- Works under close supervision.
- All work is reviewed for accuracy.
- Any deviations from the norm are approved by the supervisor before proceeding.
Responsibilities
- Assists pharmacists in filling prescription orders as permitted by State Boards of Pharmacy.
- Prepares medication for dispensing, packaging, and shipment.
- Takes inventory, places orders, checks in drugs and supplies, stocks shelves and removes out of date items from the inventory.
- Enters medical supply orders in pharmacy system.
- Communicates with all customers (patients, clinics, care-givers, physicians) in an amicable and professional manner.
- Processes returned medications from the facility for credit or destruction.
- Inputs patient data and prescription information into the pharmacy information management system.
- Maintains knowledge of and abides by all applicable pharmacy laws and regulations.
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.
- Medical, dental and vision coverage
- Paid time off plan
- Health savings account (HSA)
- 401k savings plan
- Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay
- Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- Work-Life resources
- Paid parental leave
- Healthy lifestyle programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
