Pharmacy Tech II (Retail), FT

Prisma Health • SC

115d

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. Accountabilities in the retail space include competency in all responsibilities outlined for Pharmacy Technician I, while performing in advanced areas as outlined by the South Carolina Pharmacy Practice Act as tasks requiring Pharmacy Technician Certification. Accountabilities include a combination of the following in the acute care space: Pediatric responsibilities including the drawing up/compounding of pediatric doses as a significant portion of scheduled hours, non-sterile compounding as a significant portion of scheduled hours, advanced inventory fulfillment within the warehousing setting and/or total parenteral nutrition (TPN) compounding as a significant portion of scheduled hours.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent; OR post high school degree.
• Six (6) months experience as a Pharmacy Tech.
• State Certified Pharmacy Tech with the SC Board of Pharmacy.
• Knowledge of medical and pharmacy terminology; possess good mathematical, computer, and aseptic technique skills.
• Knowledge of SCBOP/DHEC/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.
• Mathematical skills.

Responsibilities

• Knowledgeable and compliant with Prisma Health's values: Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.
• In the acute care space, perform pediatric responsibilities including drawing up/compounding pediatric doses; non-sterile compounding, and TPN compounding.
• Advanced inventory fulfillment within the warehouse settings of Pharmacy Consolidated Service Center and/or acute care sites.
• Completion of tasks in advanced areas as outlined by the South Carolina Pharmacy Practice Act.
• 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.
• 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.
• Accurately enters patient charges and credits.
• Correctly delivers medications to the appropriate patient care area or department, per established schedule and workflow in a timely manner.
• Routinely remove and evaluate medications remaining in delivery, return bins, and medication refrigerators.
• Adheres with regulatory guidelines for pharmacy compounding of sterile and non-sterile preparations, including appropriate documentation.
• Contributes to an efficient pharmacy work environment by providing excellent customer service.
• 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.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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