Pharmacy Tech
About The Position
As a Pharmacy Technician at McAlester Regional Health Center, you will support pharmacists in the safe, accurate, and timely delivery of medications to patients throughout the hospital. The role focuses on preparing and distributing medications for inpatient units, keeping automated dispensing machines (ADMs) stocked and accurate, and assisting with sterile IV compounding while following regulatory and safety standards. You will work collaboratively with pharmacists, nurses, and other care team members in a fast-paced hospital environment, contributing to patient outcomes by helping ensure the right medication reaches the right patient at the right time. MRHC provides paid on-the-job training for qualified candidates, including support in obtaining Oklahoma pharmacy technician certification. Its Pharmacy Technician career ladder offers advancement from Pharmacy Technician I to Pharmacy Technician III as employees build skills, complete qualifications, and gain time in the department.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Willingness to complete on-the-job training and obtain Oklahoma pharmacy technician certification within the required timeframe.
- Basic math skills and the ability to learn pharmaceutical terminology, medication names, and dosage calculations.
- Ability to pass a background check and drug screening.
- Attention to detail and knowledge of pharmaceutical terminology.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Communication skills for working with pharmacists, nurses, and other care team members.
- Ability to learn aseptic technique and hospital pharmacy systems.
Nice To Haves
- Completion of an accredited Pharmacy Technician training program.
- National Pharmacy Technician certification (PTCB or ExCPT).
- Previous Pharmacy Technician experience, especially in a hospital setting.
- Experience with sterile/IV compounding or automated dispensing systems.
- Familiarity with pharmacy software and electronic health record systems.
- Additional certifications or continuing education in pharmacy-related fields.
Responsibilities
- Assist pharmacists in preparing and dispensing medications accurately and efficiently for inpatient units.
- Refill, restock, and maintain automated dispensing machines (ADMs) throughout the hospital.
- Prepare sterile IV admixtures and compounded medications under pharmacist supervision, following aseptic technique and USP standards.
- Prepare unit-dose medications and fill patient-specific orders.
- Deliver medications to nursing units and departments in a timely manner.
- Manage inventory by ordering, receiving, stocking, and rotating medications and supplies, including checking for expired products.
- Assist with controlled substance inventory and documentation in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Restock crash carts, code trays, and emergency medication kits.
- Communicate clearly and courteously with pharmacists, nurses, and other healthcare providers.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the pharmacy and clean room to comply with health and safety standards.
- Accurately document pharmacy activities in electronic health records and pharmacy systems.
Benefits
- Paid on-the-job training for qualified candidates.
- Support in obtaining Oklahoma pharmacy technician certification.
- Pharmacy Technician career ladder with advancement opportunities from Pharmacy Technician I to Pharmacy Technician III.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
