PHARMACY TECH

South Central Regional Medical Center • Laurel, MS

3d

About The Position

Assists a licensed pharmacist with the preparation and distribution of medications according to established policies, procedures, and protocols. Assists with maintaining medication inventory and supplies according to established policies and procedures. Contributes to the effective operation of the pharmacy department. Maintains knowledge and skills required for the position. Must demonstrate ethical conduct and maintain confidentiality of patient information

Requirements

• Must be registered with the State Board of Pharmacy
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be 18 years of age
• Valid driver’s license
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Registration with the Mississippi State Board of Pharmacy must be current.
• Able to type 30 words per minute.
• Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.
• Moderate computer and data entry skills.

Nice To Haves

• College courses preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Procures and distributes medication orders per physician request, pharmacist request, or prearranged work assignment according to established policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Maintains adequate stock of medications and supplies according to established policies and procedures.
• Contributes to the effective operation of the department.
• Participates in the quality improvement activities of the department.
• Maintains competence required for current job title/position.
• Ability to handle frequent interruptions and adapt to changes in workload and work schedule.
• Accountability and performance standards.
• Organizational standards.
• Must be able to perform three out of the seven major principal duties and responsibilities, which include Front Counter, Omnicell, IV Admixture, Nursing Home/Hospice Pharmacy, Charges/Billing, Employee Pharmacy, Nightshift.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees