Pharmacy Technician - Inpatient - Part Time - Thief River Falls
About The Position
Prepare medications under the direction of a pharmacist. In a medical center or institutional setting, duties include unit dose dispensing, IV admixtures, compounding, and managing inventory in the pharmacy and automated dispensing devices. Ensure equipment is functioning properly and assist with equipment maintenance and repair. Assist pharmacists in providing pharmaceutical care to Sanford patients in accordance with established regulations, standards, and practices, including preparing IV admixtures. The position also involves billing-related functions and may include departmental quality assurance and other customer- or patient-focused services under supervisory oversight. Help maintain a safe working environment that complies with state laws and regulations. The role is performed in different work environments, and duties may vary by location or setting; some locations may combine retail and inpatient responsibilities.
Requirements
- High school graduate or GED.
- For Minnesota applicants registering for the first time as a technician, must be at least 18 years old.
- Must have active, current pharmacy technician registration with the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy.
- New technician registrants must complete a Sanford-provided or equivalent pharmacy technician training program within 12 months of registration with the board.
- Ability to understand written policies and procedures and perform functions under the supervision of a registered pharmacist.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to learn and use new technology as the pharmacy profession evolves.
- Proficiency in multiple computer programs.
Responsibilities
- Prepare medications under the direction of a pharmacist, including measuring, mixing, counting, labeling, and recording amounts and dosages according to prescription orders.
- Perform unit dose dispensing, IV admixtures, and compounding.
- Manage inventory in the pharmacy and automated dispensing devices.
- Ensure equipment functions properly and assist with equipment maintenance and repair.
- Assist pharmacists in providing pharmaceutical care in accordance with established regulations, standards, and practices.
- Assist with billing-related functions.
- May assist with departmental quality assurance and customer- or patient-focused services under supervisory oversight.
- Help maintain a safe working environment in compliance with state laws and regulations.
- Participate in departmental problem-solving when needed.
Benefits
- Eligible for new hire sign-on bonus.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
High school or GED
