STUDENT

Archbold Medical Center•Thomasville, GA

47d•Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of the pharmacy technician internship is to train and prepare new pharmacy technicians or to advance the careers of current pharmacy technicians. The pharmacy technician intern will enroll in a nine-month internship program consisting of two phases. Phase 1 is comprised of didactic teaching and hands on participation in various areas of pharmacy for three months, and phase 2 comprised of on-the-job training for six months. Advancement to Phase 2 is contingent upon successful completion of Phase 1. The pharmacy technician internship is designed to develop essential knowledge and skills required to become nationally certified and to serve the vital role of a pharmacy technician.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Pass background check and drug test
Must obtain pharmacy technician registration with the Georgia Board of Pharmacy by the program start date
Verbal and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
Organizational skills and attention to detail
Time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment

Responsibilities

Complete and display competency of all required components of the customized training (didactic) and the on-the-job training experiences within the designated timeframe
Meet the attendance requirement of the internship program
Become nationally certified through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) by the sixth month of the internship
Understand and follow federal and state laws, regulations, professional standards, and ethical principles
Comply with all of the John D. Archbold Memorial Hospital procedures and policies