Pharmacy Technician I, Pharmacy, FT, Variable

Prisma Health•Columbia, SC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of a pharmacist, the Pharmacy Technician I performs pharmacy-related functions in compliance with departmental policies and procedures and participates as an active member of the pharmacy team to provide pharmaceutical care for patients. In acute care, technicians operate basic automation, fulfill inventory, and complete sterile compounding in non-hazardous settings. In retail, technicians primarily fill and sell prescriptions. Individuals who qualify for Pharmacy Technician II or Pharmacy Technician Advanced titles but do not meet the applicable work experience and/or certification requirements may also be titled Pharmacy Technician I.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, or a post-high-school degree.
Pharmacy Technician registration with the State Board of Pharmacy.
Pharmacy Technician certification required within 24 months of hire.
Thorough knowledge of medical and pharmacy terminology.
Good mathematical, computer, and aseptic technique skills.
Knowledge of Board of Pharmacy, Department of Health, and DEA rules and regulations.
Interpersonal skills for working with subordinates, peers, supervisors, and people outside the department.
Problem-solving ability.
Ability to work in team situations and handle urgent, stressful conditions.
Proficient computer skills, including word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
Data-entry skills.
Mathematical skills.

Responsibilities

Interpret and prepare medication orders, including provider orders, medication kits and trays, automated dispensing cabinets, and floor stock requisitions, as applicable to the work area.
Complete cart fills and code tray refills accurately, and handle controlled substances in compliance with regulations and policies.
Operate the cash register and accurately accept payment for pharmacy products and services.
Use pharmacy computers and automation, including automated dispensing cabinets, inventory management technology, label printers, unit dose packing machines, and IV room automation; enter patient charges and credits.
Answer and prioritize telephone calls, respond to requests at the pharmacy window as appropriate, and adjust priorities to changing work demands.
Fill, label, and package medications and pharmaceuticals, and deliver them to the appropriate patient care area or department according to established schedules and workflow; deliver STAT medications when required.
Remove and evaluate medications remaining in delivery, return bins, and medication refrigerators.
Follow regulatory guidelines and documentation requirements for sterile compounding, as applicable.
Provide customer service, maintain a clean and orderly work area, and be prepared to begin work at the start of each shift.
Complete assigned quality assurance tasks and shift logs, including applicable expiration checks, regulatory documentation, temperature monitoring, inventory checks, floor stock inspections, and equipment cleaning or preventive maintenance.
Participate in training new personnel and mentoring new pharmacy technicians and pharmacy interns.