Pharmacy Tech II, Inpatient, PT Variable Shifts

Prisma Health•Greenville, SC

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of a pharmacist, the Pharmacy Tech II performs pharmacy-related functions in accordance with departmental policies and procedures and participates as an active member of the pharmacy team to provide pharmaceutical care. The role includes advanced pharmacy technician responsibilities in retail settings and, in acute care settings, one or more specialized areas such as pediatric dose preparation, non-sterile compounding, advanced inventory fulfillment, or total parenteral nutrition (TPN) compounding. The technician prepares and interprets medication orders, fills medication kits and trays, automated dispensing cabinets, and floor stock requisitions, and completes cart fills and code tray refills. The role handles controlled substances in compliance with regulations and policies, supports medication delivery, follows sterile and non-sterile compounding requirements, and uses pharmacy automation and computer systems. The technician also completes quality assurance tasks, supports an efficient and orderly work environment, and helps train and mentor new personnel.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, or a post-high-school degree.
Six months of experience as a Pharmacy Technician.
Certified Pharmacy Technician credential with the State Board of Pharmacy.
Knowledge of medical and pharmacy terminology, mathematical concepts, computers, and aseptic techniques.
Knowledge of State 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.
Knowledge of office equipment.
Computer skills, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and data entry.
Mathematical skills.

Responsibilities

Perform one or more acute care functions, including preparing or compounding pediatric doses, non-sterile compounding, TPN compounding, or advanced inventory fulfillment in warehouse settings.
In retail settings, perform advanced tasks designated by the South Carolina Pharmacy Practice Act as requiring Pharmacy Technician Certification.
Interpret and prepare medication orders by filling provider orders, medication kits and trays, automated dispensing cabinets, and floor stock requisitions.
Complete cart fills and code tray refills, and handle controlled substances in compliance with regulations and policies.
Use pharmacy-related computer systems and automation, including automated dispensing cabinets, inventory management technology, label printers, unit dose packing machines, and IV room automation; accurately enter patient charges and credits.
Deliver medications to the appropriate patient care area or department according to established schedules and workflows, including STAT deliveries when required.
Routinely remove and evaluate medications remaining in delivery, return bins, and medication refrigerators.
Follow regulatory requirements and documentation policies for sterile and non-sterile compounding.
Provide customer service, answer calls promptly, service the pharmacy window accurately and in a timely manner, 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, including expiration checks, clean room documentation, temperature monitoring, inventory checks, floor stock inspections, and equipment cleaning or preventive maintenance.
Participate in training and mentoring new pharmacy technicians and pharmacy interns.
Perform other duties as assigned.