Operations Pharmacy Tech

WVU Medicine

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Assists in most aspects of drug distribution that do not require the professional judgment of a pharmacist. An Operations Pharmacy Technician I can perform some aspects of drug distribution and preparation. Technicians work in accordance with standard written procedures and guidelines under the supervision of a pharmacist.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Current licensure as required by the state board where services will be provided. For West Virginia, this is a Pharmacy Technician License or Trainee License through the West Virginia Board of Pharmacy. The posting also lists licensure requirements for Maryland, Ohio, and Pennsylvania.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands: walk, stand, or sit for long periods; lift 30 pounds; push 50 pounds; and use dexterity to finger, handle, and reach.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree, post-high-school education in a science field, or graduation from a pharmacy technician training program.
Six months of pharmacy technician experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare unit-dose medications, deliver medications, and order and deliver drug supplies.
Read physician orders and prescriptions and prepare medications for dispensing, including unique dosage forms for pediatric and geriatric patients.
Use standard pharmaceutical and medical terms, abbreviations, and symbols commonly used in prescribing and dispensing medications.
Communicate with patients or caregivers to determine medication needs and possession, and arrange delivery, pickup, or shipment.
Prepare and/or deliver controlled substances accurately and maintain required records.
Take inventory of patient-care area medication supplies, replace outdated or deteriorated medications, and replenish depleted inventory.
Prepare non-parenteral medications accurately, including oral solutions and suspensions for pediatric patients.
Label parenteral and prescription products appropriately.
Perform arithmetic calculations for usual dosage determinations required in medication and solution preparation.
Meet departmental standards for speed and accuracy.
Prepare and label prepackaged medications based on usage patterns and prepackaging requirements, and maintain related records.
Maintain inventory and supplies in assigned pharmacy service areas.
Answer telephone calls and direct them to the appropriate individual.
Keep pharmacy service areas and institutional drug storage areas clean and orderly.
Observe state and federal restrictions on duties that may only be performed by pharmacists.