Pharmacy Technician II

Denver Health and Hospital Authority•Denver, CO

9d•$22 - $31

About The Position

We are recruiting for a motivated Pharmacy Technician II to join our team! We are here for life’s journey. Where is your life journey taking you? Being the heartbeat of Denver means our heart reflects something bigger than ourselves, something that connects us all: Humanity in action, Triumph in hardship, Transformation in health. Department Acute Care Pharmacy Job Summary The Pharmacy Technician II, under general supervision of a pharmacist, performs technical tasks within the pharmacy department. Based on area of assignment, responsibilities may include medication preparation, compounding, dispensing, inventory control, unit dose prepackaging, and basic computer system operations. Demonstrates the ability to competently work in general some specialty areas of pharmacy practice. Essential Functions : Fills and delivers/dispenses medications under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist. Performs introductory technical tasks in specialty areas such as medication histories, sterile and non-sterile preparation, payer adjudication, call center, clinical pharmacy support, inventory management including controlled substance handling and accountability, and repackaging. Uses appropriate systems for processing of patient information. (50%) Triages and escalates any questions or issues outside the pharmacy technician scope of practice to the staff pharmacist or supervisor as needed. (30%) Ensures adequate supplies are available for continuous patient care. Operates pharmacy equipment appropriately. (20%)

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED Required
Post High School Diploma or Certificate Program completion of a pharmacy technician training program, preferred
1-3 years At least one year of pharmacy technician in a healthcare or retail setting Required
CPHT-Certified Pharmacy Technician - PTCB - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board Required
PHAT-Licensed Pharmacy Technician - DORA - Department of Regulatory Agencies Required
Ability to work as a team member
Attention to detail
Knowledge of basic pharmacy practices and procedures
Mathematical computation skills
Organization and communication skills
Good typing, keyboarding and proofreading skills
Ability to work independently within pharmacy scope of practice
Knowledge of prescription processing and third-party billing, if applicable

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with Microsoft® Office, preferred

Responsibilities

Fills and delivers/dispenses medications under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
Performs introductory technical tasks in specialty areas such as medication histories, sterile and non-sterile preparation, payer adjudication, call center, clinical pharmacy support, inventory management including controlled substance handling and accountability, and repackaging.
Uses appropriate systems for processing of patient information. (50%)
Triages and escalates any questions or issues outside the pharmacy technician scope of practice to the staff pharmacist or supervisor as needed. (30%)
Ensures adequate supplies are available for continuous patient care.
Operates pharmacy equipment appropriately. (20%)

Benefits

Outstanding benefits including up to 27 paid days off per year, immediate retirement plan employer contribution up to 9.5%, and generous medical plans
Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes
Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
Tuition reimbursement & assistance
Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching
Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program
National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer

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