Pharmacy Tech I, Hospital, FT Days

Prisma Health•Greenville, SC

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of a pharmacist, the Pharmacy Tech I 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 acute care, the role includes operating basic automation, fulfilling inventory needs, and completing sterile compounding in non-hazardous settings. In retail, the role primarily involves filling and selling prescriptions. Pharmacy technicians who qualify for Pharmacy Technician II or Pharmacy Technician Advanced titles but do not meet the applicable experience and/or certification requirements may also be classified as Pharmacy Technician I.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, or a post-high-school degree.
No prior experience required.
Registration with the South Carolina Board of Pharmacy.
Pharmacy technician certification required within 18 months of hire.
Thorough knowledge of medical and pharmacy terminology.
Good mathematical, computer, and aseptic technique skills.
Knowledge of SCBOP, DHEC, and DEA rules and regulations.
Interpersonal skills for dealing with subordinates, peers, supervisors, and people outside the department.
Problem-solving abilities.
Ability to work in team situations and handle urgent, stressful conditions.
Knowledge of office equipment such as fax machines and copiers.
Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and data entry.
Mathematical skills.

Responsibilities

Accurately interpret and prepare medication orders, including provider orders, medication kits and trays, automated dispensing cabinets, and floor stock requisitions, as applicable to the work area.
Complete cart fills and code tray refills accurately.
Handle controlled substances in compliance with applicable regulations and policies.
Operate the cash register and accurately accept payments for pharmacy products and services; enter patient charges and credits.
Use pharmacy-related computer systems and automation, including automated dispensing cabinets, inventory management technology, label printers, unit dose packing machines, and IV room automation, and troubleshoot problems.
Answer telephone calls promptly, screen and prioritize calls, respond to pharmacy-window requests as appropriate, and adjust priorities as work demands change.
Fill, label, and appropriately package medications and pharmaceuticals.
Deliver medications to the appropriate patient care area or department according to established schedules and workflows, including STAT medications when required.
Routinely remove and evaluate medications remaining in delivery and return bins and medication refrigerators.
Follow regulatory guidelines for sterile compounding, including required documentation, as applicable.
Provide excellent customer service, maintain a clean and orderly work area, and be ready to work at the beginning of each shift.
Complete assigned quality-assurance tasks and shift logs, such as expiration checks, regulatory documentation, temperature monitoring, inventory checks, floor stock inspections, and equipment cleaning or preventive maintenance.
Participate in training new personnel and mentoring new pharmacy technicians and pharmacy interns.
Comply with Prisma Health's values: Inspire health, Serve with compassion, and Be the difference.