Technician-Pharmacy II

Baptist • New Albany, MS

21d

About The Position

Works under the direct supervision of a pharmacist to provide pharmaceutical care services while considering patient-specific factors. Prioritizes and processes medication orders, prepares medications for dispensing, and distributes and stocks patient care locations for subsequent drug administration. Performs data collection, assembly, and interpretation for limited quality programs. Performs 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, typing, calculation, and communication skills.
• CPHT certification.
• 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

• Practices the Medication-Use Process by procuring, handling, preparing, distributing, charging or crediting, and disposing of medication safely and accurately.
• Manages own pharmacy practice effectively.
• Participates in inventory management.
• Uses and maintains automation and equipment.
• Assists the pharmacist in providing pharmaceutical care to patients.
• Provides education and training.
• Processes and prepares sterile products for dispensing.
• Contributes to goals, programs, and report cards for the operational unit and entity.
• Completes assigned goals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED