Pharmacy Tech IV

Riverside Hospital • Newport News, VA

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About The Position

The Pharmacy Tech IV assists with pharmacy activities that do not require a pharmacist’s professional judgment and performs pharmacy-related duties in compliance with department policies and procedures. The technician maintains competency in assigned tasks and functions and oversees designated areas or functions. They organize the sequence and timing of work to meet normal and variable requirements and provide technical support across pharmacy functions.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience as a pharmacy technician.
• Registered Pharmacy Technician credential from the Virginia Department of Health Professions (VDHP), required upon hire.
• PTCB or ExCPT certification, required upon hire.

Nice To Haves

• Graduate of a pharmacy technician training program or equivalent.
• At least 2 years of pharmacy technician experience in the relevant practice area, such as hospital, retail, or specialty.

Responsibilities

• Perform automation fill functions accurately and promptly.
• Participate in pharmacy preparation for Federal, State, DNV, and specialty pharmacy accreditations.
• Comply with applicable laws, regulations, and regulatory requirements for the practice setting.
• Assist pharmacists with dispensing functions, including prescriptions, matching labels, and filling floor requisitions.
• Provide customer service by addressing customer needs, demonstrating respect, concern, and empathy, and following up to ensure needs are met.
• Follow Riverside Health System policies and procedures and comply with HIPAA requirements.
• Monitor and support departmental productivity, including flexing hours, shift changes, and time off as needed.
• Comply with the RHS time and attendance policy.
• Participate in inventory management and drug security.
• Maintain competency in assigned technician tasks and functions for the practice setting.
• Complete compounding in compliance with USP 797, USP 800, and/or USP 795 when required by the practice setting.
• Complete required training and maintain required certifications and licenses.
• Attend staff meetings and huddles.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed