Pharmacy Tech I, FT Days

Prisma Health • Greenville, SC

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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, and completing sterile compounding in non-hazardous settings. In retail, the role primarily involves filling and selling prescriptions. This title may also apply to technicians who qualify for Pharmacy Technician II or Pharmacy Technician Advanced titling but do not meet the applicable work-experience and/or certification requirements.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, or a post-high-school degree.
• Pharmacy Technician Registration with the State Board of Pharmacy.
• Pharmacy Technician Certification required within 24 months of hire.
• Thorough knowledge of medical and pharmacy terminology.
• Good mathematical, computer, and aseptic-technique skills.
• Knowledge of Board of Pharmacy, Department of Health, and DEA rules and regulations.
• Interpersonal skills for working with subordinates, peers, supervisors, and people outside the department.
• Problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work in team situations and handle urgent, stressful conditions.
• Proficient computer skills, including word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
• Data-entry skills.
• Mathematical skills.

Responsibilities

• 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 regulations and policies.
• Operate the cash register and accurately accept payments for pharmacy products and services.
• Use work-related computer systems and pharmacy automation, including automated dispensing cabinets, inventory-management technology, label printers, unit-dose packing machines, and IV-room automation; enter patient charges and credits.
• Answer and prioritize telephone calls, respond to requests at the pharmacy window as appropriate, and adjust priorities as work demands change.
• Fill, label, and package medications and pharmaceuticals appropriately.
• Deliver medications promptly 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 areas, 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 prepared to begin work at the start of each shift.
• Complete assigned quality-assurance tasks and shift logs, including expiration checks, regulatory and temperature-monitoring documentation, 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 purpose: Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED