PRN Pharmacy Technician

Cardinal Health•San Antonio, TX

12h•Onsite

About The Position

Health System Pharmacy contributes to Cardinal Health Pharmacy Operations by being responsible for the safe, efficient, and effective coordination of Cardinal Health's pharmacy operations that service acute care hospitals, hospital retail customers, ambulatory care and alternate site facilities, oncology and cardiology practices, as well as retail customers. Health System Pharmacy is responsible for providing customized pharmacy program solutions that reduce costs and improve patient care quality for hospitals, health systems, and other integrated healthcare providers. They may also consult with and advise the healthcare team on prescribed medications, supplies, and related processes. The Technician II, Health Systems Pharmacy helps the Pharmacist in the daily operations of the pharmacy. This includes the preparation and filling of prescriptions, taking pharmacy inventory, and processing product returns. The Technician II, Health Systems Pharmacy ensures that all orders are reviewed by a registered pharmacist and records all activity in compliance with regulatory and company guidelines. This job frequently communicates with customers to ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment of all orders. Pharmacy Hours - Monday - Friday 8a-4:30pm. PRN (as needed) working to cover for vacation, sick time, and PTO.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Texas State Pharmacy Technician license required.
IV Certification required.
National pharmacy technician certification (PTCB) highly preferred or ability to obtain certification.
In-patient hospital pharmacy experience highly preferred.
Flexibility in working schedule.
Ability to work well in a team.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong customer service skills.
Comfortable performing repetitive motions/tasks.
Ability to manage several tasks at the same time.
Ability to focus on tasks.
Ability to evaluate operating conditions.
Ability to exercise sound judgment.
Demonstrated ability to use technology such as computers, smart phones and tablets.
Ability to occasionally lift up to 35 pounds.
Ability to bend, reach, stoop, lift and stand for entire shift.
May require vendor credentialing.

Nice To Haves

National pharmacy technician certification (PTCB) highly preferred or ability to obtain certification.
In-patient hospital pharmacy experience highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Assists the Pharmacist in filling prescription orders, as permitted by the State Boards of Pharmacy.
IV Compounding.
Handle doctor calls, faxes, and medication deliveries.
Organizes medications for pharmacist to dispense by profiling prescriptions; preparing labels and calculating quantities.
Maintains a safe and clean pharmacy by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
Takes inventory, places orders, checks in drugs and supplies, stocks shelves, and removes out-of-date items from the inventory.
Communicates with all customers (patients, clinics, care-givers, physicians) in a pleasant and professional manner.
Other duties as assigned.