Pharmacy Technician Trainee

Intermountain Health

55d • Onsite

About The Position

The Pharmacy Technician Trainee demonstrates consistent application of knowledge and skills in assisting the pharmacist in the execution of appropriate, safe, efficacious, efficient, and cost-effective pharmaceutical care. The Pharmacy Technician Trainee position provides structured practical experience for individuals completing the required 180 to 220 hours of experiential training. Trainees will apply knowledge and skills gained through their educational program while working under the guidance of experienced pharmacy technicians. This role offers exposure to various hospital pharmacy functions across multiple department roles and shifts, including hours between 6:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m. The incumbent participates in many procedural aspects of pharmacy practice under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist and is an integral part of the pharmacy team. Caregivers in this position will receive paid on the job training and are expected to practice in compliance with pharmacy technician trainee licensure. The Pharmacy Technician Trainee will be enrolled in an approved program and complete coursework to become a licensed pharmacy technician. Upon completion of the program the trainee is required to submit for licensure. It is expected that any trainee will complete coursework within one year of starting the program. Technician trainee will be paid for practical experience. Didactic coursework will be completed by the technician trainee outside of working hours and is not compensated. Trainee may be required to work weekends, nights, and holidays. The Pharmacy Technician Trainee will prepare medication orders, receive prescriptions, complete required paperwork, assist with billing, stock medication, and deliver medication to patients. Supports patients, pharmacists, pharmacy students, pharmacy technicians, and other healthcare professionals in relevant areas of responsibility. Communicates effectively with all caregivers and stakeholders regarding responsibilities and identified concerns.

Requirements

• At least 17 years old
• Will enroll or be enrolled in a Pharmacy Technician training program per state guidelines
• Demonstrated basic computer skills
• Demonstrated attention to detail

Nice To Haves

• Utah: Must apply for Pharmacy Technician Trainee License within four weeks of hire date and obtain within eight weeks of hire
• Colorado: Must apply for provisional Pharmacy Technician Registration
• Montana: Must apply for a provisional Pharmacy Technician Trainee License
• Idaho: No training license required
• Nevada: Must apply for Pharmacy Technician Trainee License

Responsibilities

• Prepare medication orders
• Receive prescriptions
• Complete required paperwork
• Assist with billing
• Stock medication
• Deliver medication to patients
• Support patients, pharmacists, pharmacy students, pharmacy technicians, and other healthcare professionals in relevant areas of responsibility
• Communicate effectively with all caregivers and stakeholders regarding responsibilities and identified concerns
• Learn technical responsibilities as assigned
• Seek appropriate training and peer feedback on routine responsibilities
• Comply with state and federal laws, regulations, policies and procedures, and guidelines related to their specific area of practice
• Participate and support financial responsibilities of the department, facility, and Intermountain Healthcare
• Provide delivery of medications, information, and services in a professional, timely manner
• Seek a team approach to developing and achieving best practices and processes
• Attain appropriate supervision and accuracy checks by the pharmacist(s)
• Clearly understand when a pharmacist is required to verify tasks and activities to deliver detail-oriented, consistent, and flexible care

Benefits

• Paid on the job training
• Generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed