Pharmacy Tech I, FT Days

Prisma Health•Greenville, SC

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, the role operates basic automation, fulfills inventory, and performs sterile compounding in non-hazardous settings. In retail, the role primarily involves filling and selling prescriptions. Individuals who qualify for Pharmacy Technician II or Pharmacy Technician Advanced titles but do not meet the applicable work experience or certification requirements may also be titled Pharmacy Technician I.

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 ability.
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 provider orders, medication kits and trays, automated dispensing cabinets, floor stock requisitions, cart fills, and code tray refills, as applicable to the work area.
Handle controlled substances in compliance with regulations and policies.
Operate the cash register and accurately accept payments for pharmacy products and services, as applicable.
Use pharmacy-related computer systems and 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; deliver them 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 requirements and documentation policies for sterile compounding, 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, 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.
Follow Prisma Health’s purpose: “Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.”