Pharmacy Technician-Certified - OUHC - Pharmacy - PRN

Ochsner Health • Lafayette, LA

411d • Remote

About The Position

The Pharmacy Technician-Certified position at OLG University Hospital and Clinics is a PRN role focused on delivering medications, maintaining pharmacy operations, and ensuring compliance with policies and procedures. The technician will work under supervision to refill automated dispensing machines, enter medication orders, and assist in compounding IV admixtures, all while providing excellent customer service and supporting the healthcare team.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Current Pharmacy Technician Certification issued by the Board of Pharmacy in the state of practice required.
• Preferred 1 year of hospital experience.
• Must have computer skills and dexterity for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
• Proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a hospital pharmacy setting.
• Knowledge of pharmacy operations and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Deliver medications to designated areas under supervision according to detailed instructions.
• Refill and maintain automated dispensing machines.
• Price manual medication orders, inventory, and reorder stock in the pharmacy.
• Enter data into a computer system and print labels as necessary.
• Review physician's orders and enter patient medication orders into the pharmacy order entry system.
• Identify problems with orders and notify pharmacist or nursing for clarification.
• Accurately compound IV admixtures and other assigned preparations using aseptic technique.
• Maintain stock in all assigned areas including the IV room and other pharmacy areas.
• Perform related clerical duties including typing, answering phone, filing, and greeting nurses and physicians.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling options.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED