Pharmacy Tech

Emory Healthcare•Lithonia, GA

21d•$25 - $30

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist, the Pharmacy Tech procures, prepares, packages, distributes, and disposes of medications and pharmaceutical supplies to help the department provide quality pharmaceutical care to patients. The role maintains drug and supply inventory, supports timely and appropriate medication distribution, and keeps accurate records and patient profiles. It also includes operating and maintaining departmental automation and equipment, responding to customer requests, supporting quality assurance and housekeeping activities, and following applicable safety and regulatory guidelines. The position works a 7-on/7-off schedule consisting of seven consecutive 10-hour shifts, generally from 12:00 PM to 10:30 PM. Shift times may vary based on departmental needs. The schedule includes every other weekend and holidays that fall within the scheduled rotation.

Requirements

Current CPhT certification through PTCB or NHA and active Georgia Pharmacy Technician registration, or current enrollment in an accredited School of Pharmacy with a current Georgia Pharmacy Intern license.
Certification and registration must be maintained throughout employment.
Physical ability to lift up to 75 pounds and carry objects up to 35 pounds; work includes standing and walking, sitting, and close eye work such as computer use, typing, reading, and writing.
Ability to work the stated 7-on/7-off schedule, including every other weekend and holidays within the scheduled rotation.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Successful completion of an ASHP-accredited technician training program or enrollment in a professional-related school preferred.
Six months of Pharmacy Technician experience or completion of an ASHP-accredited technician training program preferred.

Responsibilities

Procure, prepare, package, distribute, and dispose of medications and pharmaceutical supplies under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist.
Maintain inventory of drugs and commonly used supplies; reorder and stock items when delivered.
Follow departmental, USP, DEA, and FDA guidelines when repackaging and compounding pharmaceutical products.
Operate, troubleshoot, monitor, and clean departmental automation and equipment.
Ensure pharmacist product verification and facilitate timely, appropriate medication distribution while maintaining product integrity.
Maintain accurate records and patient profiles, including charging and crediting.
Respond to customer needs by answering calls, receiving and distributing messages, and appropriately triaging requests.
Manage and prioritize tasks to support timely and safe patient care.
Provide operational support, including minor housekeeping and department cleaning, disinfecting, and decontaminating activities.
Conduct quality assurance inspections focused on TJC requirements, including product integrity and expiration checks.
Follow departmental, OSHA, USP, and EPA guidelines for safely handling, preparing, distributing, and disposing of hazardous and non-hazardous products.
Participate in professional activities and organizations to maintain knowledge of current trends, practices, and developments.
Complete required training and competency assessments on time and attend educational in-services as appropriate.
Assist with orientation and training of new personnel.
May provide less experienced staff with technical information and guidance on pharmacy techniques and policies.
May perform other duties as assigned or requested.