The certified pharmacy technician assists the pharmacist in providing medications and other healthcare products to patients. The role includes measuring, mixing, counting, labeling, dispensing, and recording medication dosages; preparing IVs; and receiving and verifying prescriptions. The technician also supports purchasing, inventory, record keeping, and use of databases and medical software. Responsibilities include delivering medications and pharmaceutical supplies to patients, nursing stations, or surgery, and maintaining proper drug storage and security. The position requires customer service skills and knowledge of drug properties, interactions, and preventative healthcare measures, with accuracy and attention to detail essential to patient safety. National pharmacy technician certification and registration with the Montana Board of Pharmacy as a Certified Technician are required upon hire. Applicants must have at least six months of active pharmacy technician experience, or experience deemed equivalent by the board. Employment offers are contingent on passing criminal background, drug, and health and immunizations screenings.
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