Pharmacy Tech I, Pharmacy, FT, Evening

Prisma Health•Richland, WA

About The Position

Under the direction of a pharmacist, the Pharmacy Technician 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, technicians in this role operate basic automation, fulfill inventory, and perform sterile compounding in non-hazardous settings. In retail, technicians primarily fill and sell prescriptions. Technicians who qualify for Pharmacy Technician II or Pharmacy Technician Advanced titling but do not meet the applicable work experience and/or certification requirements may also be titled Pharmacy Technician I.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, or a post-high-school degree.
No experience required.
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

Accurately interpret and prepare medication orders, including filling 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, and handle controlled substances in compliance with regulations and policies.
Operate the cash register to accurately accept payments for pharmacy products and services, as applicable.
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; troubleshoot problems and enter patient charges and credits.
Answer telephone calls promptly, screen and prioritize 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 to the correct patient care area or department according to schedule and workflow, including STAT medications when required.
Routinely remove and evaluate medications remaining in delivery areas, return bins, and medication refrigerators.
Follow regulatory guidelines and documentation requirements for sterile compounding, as applicable.
Provide excellent customer service, maintain a clean and orderly work area, and be prepared to work at the beginning of each shift.
Complete assigned quality assurance tasks and shift logs, which may include expiration checks, regulatory documentation, temperature monitoring, inventory checks, floor stock inspections, and equipment cleaning or preventative 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.