Pharmacy Tech - Multiple Openings (Various Shifts)

WVU Medicine

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Assists in most aspects of drug distribution that do not require the professional judgment of a pharmacist. An Operations Pharmacy Technician I can perform only some aspects of drug distribution and preparation. Technicians work in accordance with standard written procedures and guidelines under a pharmacist’s supervision. The role has multiple shifts, including days, evenings, and overnight, with part-time and full-time opportunities depending on shift.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Current pharmacy technician licensure or permit required by the state board where services are provided. Listed credentials include Maryland Pharmacy Technician License or Pharmacy Technician Student Permit; Ohio Certified or Registered Pharmacy Technician License or Trainee License; Pennsylvania Pharmacy Technician License or Pharmacy Technician Trainee License; and West Virginia Pharmacy Technician License or Trainee License.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including walking and standing or sitting for long periods, lifting 30 pounds, pushing 50 pounds, and fingering, handling, and reaching.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree, post-high-school education in a science field, or graduation from a pharmacy technician training program.
Six months of pharmacy technician experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare unit-dose medications, deliver medications, and order and deliver drug supplies.
Read physician orders and prescriptions and prepare medications for dispensing, including unique dosage forms for pediatric and geriatric patients.
Use standard pharmaceutical and medical terms, abbreviations, and symbols commonly used in prescribing and dispensing medications.
Communicate with patients or caregivers to determine medication needs and possession, and coordinate delivery, pickup, or shipment.
Prepare and deliver controlled substances accurately and maintain necessary records.
Inventory patient-care-area medication supplies, remove outdated or deteriorated medications, and replenish depleted inventory.
Prepare non-parenteral medications, including oral solutions and suspensions for pediatric patients.
Label parenteral and prescription products appropriately.
Perform arithmetic calculations for usual dosage determinations required in medication and solution preparation.
Meet departmental standards for speed and accuracy.
Prepare and label prepackaged medications based on usage patterns and prepackaging requirements, and maintain related records.
Maintain inventory and supplies in assigned pharmacy service areas.
Answer telephone calls and direct them to the appropriate individual.
Keep pharmacy service and drug storage areas clean and orderly.
Observe state and federal restrictions on duties that may only be performed by pharmacists, following applicable state board regulations.