Pharmacy Technician - Inpatient - PRN
About The Position
In a medical center or institutional setting, the Pharmacy Technician duties consist of unit dose dispensing, IV admixtures, compounding and automated dispensing devices. Ensures that equipment is functioning properly and assists in resolution of equipment maintenance and repair. Responsible for assisting the pharmacist in the provision of pharmaceutical care to the patients of Sanford by following established regulations, standards and practices (including the preparation of IV admixtures). Must possess the skills necessary to understand written policies and procedures, perform various functions under the supervision of a registered pharmacist and participate in departmental problem-solving when needed. Must demonstrate good written and verbal communication skills and be able to learn and utilize new technology as the profession of pharmacy evolves. Assists with billing related functions. May assist with departmental quality assurance and other customer- or patient-focused services with oversight from supervisory staff; assists in the creation and maintenance of a safe working environment and conditions that adhere to state laws and regulations. Requires use of and proficiency in multiple computer programs. The Pharmacy Technician position is located in different work environments and duties may vary based upon location or setting; also depending on location, there may be an overlap of retail/inpatient responsibilities.
Requirements
- High School graduate or general education diploma (GED) required.
- Must be 18 years of age or older (Minnesota requirement).
- Must have active/current pharmacy technician registration with the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy (Minnesota requirement).
- For new technician registrants, the individual must complete a Sanford provided (or equivalent) pharmacy technician training program within 12 months of registration with the board (Minnesota requirement).
Nice To Haves
- Proficiency in multiple computer programs.
Responsibilities
- Prepare medications under the direction of a pharmacist.
- Measure, mix, count out, label, and record amounts and dosages of medications according to prescription orders.
- Unit dose dispensing, IV admixtures, compounding and automated dispensing devices.
- Ensures that equipment is functioning properly and assists in resolution of equipment maintenance and repair.
- Assisting the pharmacist in the provision of pharmaceutical care to the patients of Sanford by following established regulations, standards and practices (including the preparation of IV admixtures).
- Understand written policies and procedures.
- Perform various functions under the supervision of a registered pharmacist.
- Participate in departmental problem-solving when needed.
- Assists with billing related functions.
- Assist with departmental quality assurance and other customer- or patient-focused services with oversight from supervisory staff.
- Assist in the creation and maintenance of a safe working environment and conditions that adhere to state laws and regulations.
- Requires use of and proficiency in multiple computer programs.
Benefits
- Access to world-class health care
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
