PHARMACY TECH II
About The Position
This position is responsible for assisting the pharmacist in preparing all pharmaceutical dosage forms, except those prepared by the IV Trained technician and those dosages requiring the specialized skills of the pharmacist. The position prepares dosage forms and prescriptions to the point of #final check# approval by the pharmacist and prepares patient medication safely and effectively in addition to maintaining the drug inventory and patient records; under the supervision of a registered pharmacist. All duties are carried out only by a registered pharmacist. This position is responsible for distributing medications throughout the organization. This position requires full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the Mission of Blessing Hospital. It is expected that the employee demonstrate behavior consistent with the Core Values while supporting the strategic plan, goals and direction of the Performance Improvement / Patient Safety Plan at Blessing Hospital.
Requirements
- High School Graduate or equivalent
- Computational skills are a must
- Excellent typing skills a plus
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Illinois registration as a Pharmacy Technician
- Certification by the National Pharmacy Technician Certification Board or equivalent unless exempted by the state of Illinois due to Grandfathering
Nice To Haves
- Completion of Pharmacy Technician Training Course preferred
- Prior training and experience in pharmacy, particularly hospital pharmacy admixture program highly preferred
Responsibilities
- Assisting the pharmacist in preparing all pharmaceutical dosage forms, except those prepared by the IV Trained technician and those dosages requiring the specialized skills of the pharmacist.
- Preparing dosage forms and prescriptions to the point of #final check# approval by the pharmacist
- Preparing patient medication safely and effectively in addition to maintaining the drug inventory and patient records; under the supervision of a registered pharmacist.
- Distributing medications throughout the organization.
Benefits
- Retirement + matching
- Up to 4 weeks paid time off in first year
- Onsite childcare -#Quincy#
- 24/7 Wellness Center access
- Educational assistance opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Hospitals
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
