Retail Pharmacy Technician (Certified) FT

GIBSON AREA HOSPITAL•Gibson City, IL

3d•$18 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Pharmacy technicians play a vital part in assisting pharmacists in preparing and distributing medications, maintaining the drug inventory and maintenance of records. You will work in a fast-paced environment ensuring the safe and effective delivery of pharmaceutical services to patients. Pharmacy technicians work only under the supervision of a registered pharmacist. They do not perform duties that can legally be performed only by a registered pharmacist. GIBSON AREA HOSPITAL & HEALTH SERVICES MISSION STATEMENT To provide personalized, professional healthcare services to the residents of the communities we serve.

Requirements

Current pharmacy technician certification, required with 2 years of receiving State of Illinois Pharmacy Technician License.
State of Illinois Pharmacy Technician License.
High School diploma or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

College courses desirable but not required.
Two or more year’s pharmacy technician experience preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Procures and distributes drug orders per physician request, pharmacist request or prearranged work assignment according to established policies, procedures and protocols, and within specified timeframe.
Maintains adequate stock of medications and supplies according to established policies, procedures and protocols and within specific timeframe.
Contributes to the effective operation of the department.
Daily Automation duties as assigned.
Participates in the quality improvement activities of the department.
Participate in improvement activities that affect the pharmacy inventory and cost.
Maintains competency required for current job title/position.
Prepares prescriptions and reconstitutes oral suspensions.
Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Ability to perform work accurately with attention to detail within specified times.
Ability to work cooperatively with pharmacy staff.
Ability to handle frequent interruptions and adapt to changes in workload and work schedule.
Ability to set priorities and solve problems.
Fosters a team environment by providing orientation and training to new team members.
Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written).
Make local deliveries daily.
Ability to interact and assist the public (customers, patients).
Process insurance claims.
Receive prescriptions and check their validity.
Select appropriate medicine and measuring dosages to fill prescriptions.
Sterilize surfaces and equipment.
Provide excellent patient service by answering inquiries and educating patients about their medications.