Technician-Pharmacy II - Full-Time

Baptist•Union City, TN

About The Position

Works under the direct supervision of a pharmacist to provide pharmaceutical care services while considering patient-specific factors. Responsibilities include prioritizing and processing medication orders, preparing medications for dispensing, and distributing and stocking patient-care locations for subsequent drug administration. The role also performs data collection, assembly, and interpretation for limited quality programs, and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Previous experience in a setting involving medication distribution.
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience as required by the position.
Computer skills, typing skills, calculation skills, and communication skills.
CPHT.
State Board of Pharmacy registration in the state where work is performed, in accordance with that state's rules and regulations.

Nice To Haves

Experience with automated pharmacy equipment.
Previous hospital experience.
Advanced degree in a related field.
Technician training program or academy.

Responsibilities

Procure, handle, prepare, distribute, charge or credit, and dispose of medications safely and accurately as part of the Medication-Use Process.
Manage own pharmacy practice effectively.
Participate in inventory management.
Use and maintain pharmacy automation and equipment.
Assist the pharmacist in providing pharmaceutical care to patients.
Provide education and training.
Process and prepare sterile products for dispensing.
Contribute to operational-unit and entity goals, programs, and report cards.
Complete assigned goals.
Perform data collection, assembly, and interpretation for limited quality programs.