Pharmacy Technician - Detroit Lakes - Part Time
About The Position
Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. In a retail/community pharmacy setting, the Pharmacy Technician duties consist of assisting pharmacists in compounding, preparing and dispensing medical prescriptions to the public after receiving information from customers or patients according to written/faxed prescriptions. Maintains proper storage and security conditions for drugs; ensures that equipment is functioning properly and assists in resolution of equipment maintenance and repair; controls inventory stock level and timeline to ensure adequate supplies. 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. 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.
- Must complete a Sanford provided (or equivalent) pharmacy technician training program within 12 months of registration with the board (for new technician registrants).
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.
- Assist pharmacists in compounding, preparing and dispensing medical prescriptions to the public.
- Maintain proper storage and security conditions for drugs.
- Ensure equipment is functioning properly and assist in resolution of equipment maintenance and repair.
- Control inventory stock level and timeline to ensure adequate supplies.
- Assist 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.
- Perform unit dose dispensing, IV admixtures, compounding and automated dispensing devices.
- Assist 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 and participate in departmental problem-solving when needed.
- Demonstrate good written and verbal communication skills and be able to learn and utilize new technology as the profession of pharmacy evolves.
Benefits
- EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
