Pharmacy Technician II, Marshall Medical Centers South, Full Time, Shift Varies

HH Health System • Boaz, AL

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About The Position

Pharmacy technicians assist pharmacists in preparing and distributing drugs, maintaining the drug inventory and maintenance of records. Pharmacy technicians work only under the supervision of a registered pharmacist. They do not perform duties that can legally be performed only by a registered pharmacist.

Requirements

• High School Graduate or Equivalent preferred.
• Registration with the Alabama Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacy Technician.
• Pharmacy Technician Certification acquired
• 5 Years Retail pharmacy experience preferred

Nice To Haves

• College Preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

• Procures and distributes drug orders per physician request, pharmacist request or prearranged work assignment according to established policies, procedures and protocols, and within specified time frame
• Fills physicians’ prescriptions and aids pharmacists in preparing
• Identifies and aids in the procurement of specialty medications
• Prepares sterile products accurately per 797,795,800 guidelines.
• Delivers medications and supplies to patients as per protocols
• Maintains adequate stock of medications and supplies according to established policies, procedures and protocols and within specified time frame.
• Assists in ordering, receiving, unpacking and storing pharmaceuticals and supplies
• Rotates stock to ensure use before expiration date.
• Identifies and replaces outdated and unusable drugs.
• Prepackages medications in unit of use containers.
• Picks up prescriptions and medications for future filling.
• Enters charges and credits for patient medications accurately in billing process.
• Generates reports, pick lists and labels as required.
• Answers the telephone, identifying self and department. Directs calls to appropriate personnel.
• Answers requests at the window and makes STAT deliveries to patient care areas when requested.
• Organizes and prioritizes work assignments.
• Maintains logs, records and other required documentation accurately. Files in appropriate locations.
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication.
• Keeps pharmacy areas clean, neat and well-organized. Keeps pharmacy equipment clean.
• Completes all assigned medication storage area inspections in a timely manner.
• Conducts quality monitors, collects data and completes documentation, as assigned.
• Attends staff meetings. Participates in orientation, education and training programs. Reviews literature and other materials as assigned.
• Completes all competency/skills assessment requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED