Pharmacy Technician / Pharmacy
About The Position
Under the direct supervision of a licensed Pharmacist, the Pharmacy Technician performs technical functions associated with drug distribution in accordance with applicable provisions, standards, and state and federal laws and regulations. Depending on assignment, duties may involve unit-dose distribution, intravenous and oral drug compounding, TPN preparation, inventory control, automated dispensing equipment, and related tasks. Customer service, teamwork, and communication are important aspects of the role. The technician safely and accurately prepares and compounds medications, including hazardous medications, and follows applicable USP standards and regulatory requirements. The role also supports medication delivery, pharmacy technology, inventory management, medication-storage inspections, and process improvement. Regular attendance and the ability to meet the stated physical requirements are essential.
Requirements
- At least 18 years of age.
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Registered Pharmacy Technician in the State of Nebraska.
- Nebraska-recognized national or local pharmacy technician certification within nine months of hire and no later than one year after state registration.
- Successful completion of a security check in compliance with State of Nebraska requirements.
- Mathematical skills for algebraic conversions, addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
- Ability to communicate and interact effectively, professionally, and courteously with healthcare professionals, colleagues, and customers.
- Strong technology skills.
- Takes responsibility for personal and professional growth.
Nice To Haves
- One year of pharmacy technician work experience in a hospital pharmacy setting.
Responsibilities
- Compound and prepare medications, including non-sterile and sterile products, oral and topical medications, and hazardous medications, safely, accurately, and promptly.
- Follow USP 795, 797, and 800 standards and other regulatory requirements for medication preparation and compounding, including regular documentation in record-keeping systems.
- Deliver and exchange medications to patient-care areas and return unused medications to the pharmacy.
- Respond to and triage customer requests for assistance with pharmacy services.
- Operate and support automated dispensing technology.
- Use and manage technology for day-to-day medication preparation, labeling, and delivery.
- Maintain established stock levels of medications and supplies in the pharmacy and patient-care areas.
- Rotate inventory and manage expiration dates.
- Complete regulatory compliance inspections of medication storage areas.
- Participate in process-improvement initiatives.
- Maintain regular attendance and perform the physical requirements described for the position.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
