Pharmacy Tech I, PRN

Prisma Health • Columbia, SC

76d

About The Position

Under the direction of a pharmacist, a pharmacy technician performs pharmacy-related functions in compliance with departmental policies and procedures and participates as an active member of the pharmacy team to provide pharmaceutical care for patients. In the acute care space, technicians within this job role operate basic automation, perform inventory fulfillment, and complete sterile compounding in non-hazardous settings. In the retail space, technicians within this job role comprise of those with a primary responsibility for filling and selling prescriptions.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent; OR post high school degree.
• Pharmacy Tech Registration with the State Board of Pharmacy.
• Pharmacy Tech Certification required within 18 months of hire date.

Nice To Haves

• Thorough knowledge of medical and pharmacy terminology.
• Good mathematical, computer, and aseptic technique skills.
• Knowledge of BOP/Dept of Health/DEA rules/regulations.
• Interpersonal skills in dealing with subordinates, peers, supervisors and others outside the department.
• Problem solving abilities.
• Ability to work in team situations, handle urgent, stressful conditions.
• Knowledge of office equipment (fax/copier).
• Proficient computer skills (word processing, spreadsheets, database).
• Data entry skills.

Responsibilities

• Accurately interprets and prepares medication orders by filling provider orders, medication kits / trays, automated dispensing cabinets, and floor stock requisitions.
• Completes the cart fill and code tray refills.
• Handles all controlled substances in compliance with regulations and policies.
• Operates the cash register to accurately accept payments for pharmacy products and services rendered.
• Demonstrates proficiency with work-related computer and automation skills through problem solving for automated dispensing cabinets, inventory management technology, label printers, unit dose packing machines, IV room automation, and other pharmacy-specific technologies.
• Enters patient charges and credits.
• Contributes to an efficient work environment by answering the telephone in a timely manner, screening and prioritizing calls, and adjusting priorities to accommodate changes in work demands.
• Fills, labels and appropriately packages medications and pharmaceuticals.
• Correctly delivers medications to the appropriate patient care area or department, per established schedule and workflow in a timely manner.
• Adheres with regulatory guidelines for pharmacy compounding of sterile preparations, including appropriate documentation as outlined by compounding policies.
• Provides excellent customer service and maintains a clean and orderly work area.
• Completes assigned quality assurance work by assuring all logs and pending tasks for shift are completed.
• Participates in training of new personnel and mentorship of new pharmacy technicians and pharmacy interns.

What This Job Offers

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