L1 Pharm Tech - Central | Pharmacy | Variable | Part Time

University of Florida Health • Gainesville, FL

70d

About The Position

This position is responsible for performing technical and clerical duties within the inpatient pharmacy distribution system. These duties are associated with providing comprehensive pharmaceutical services to patients of UF Health. Task includes coordination of pharmacy repackaging and compounding, Central Pharmacy inventory management including medications and supplies, medication preparation and distribution to patient care areas and automated dispensing cabinets, regulatory compliance, and other tasks necessary to support safe medication distribution. Competencies required for Pharmacy Technician Level 1 must be completed and successfully assessed within 6 months of start date and at annual evaluations thereafter.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• One year of college level study including Algebra, Chemistry, and Biology.
• At least one year of hospital or community pharmacy experience preferred.
• Experience with non-sterile compounding and USP 795 requirements preferred.
• Experience with medication repackaging preferred.
• Inventory management skills including experience with automation preferred.
• Completion of Military Hospital Core school and/or Field Medical Service school preferred.
• Successful completion of all competencies required for the Pharmacy Technician Level 1 position.
• Demonstrate ability to lift 30+ pounds.
• Demonstrate ability to operate calculator, telecommunication and computer workstations.
• Demonstrate ability to properly utilize compounding and laboratory equipment.
• Demonstrate knowledge of medications including brand and generic names.
• Maintain baseline math competency; perform necessary calculations to accurately prepare medication doses.
• Demonstrate knowledge and compliance with state and federal laws, rules, and regulatory standards.
• Foster customer oriented and hospitable environment.
• Facilitate communication within and across departments.
• Demonstrate safety, accuracy and timeliness when completing work.
• Demonstrate ability to triage work appropriately.

Nice To Haves

• Registered with the Florida Board of Pharmacy as a Registered Pharmacy Technician or licensed Pharmacist Intern prior to first day of employment.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical and clerical duties within the inpatient pharmacy distribution system.
• Coordinate pharmacy repackaging and compounding.
• Manage Central Pharmacy inventory including medications and supplies.
• Prepare and distribute medications to patient care areas and automated dispensing cabinets.
• Ensure regulatory compliance in pharmacy operations.
• Support safe medication distribution.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees