Travel Pharmacy Technician - $1,824 per week

Magnet Medical • Renton, WA

385d • $94,848 - $94,848

About The Position

Magnet Medical is seeking a travel Pharmacy Technician to support pharmacists in preparing, dispensing, and managing medications for patients in various healthcare settings. This role is essential for ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and providing excellent customer service. The position is a travel job based in Renton, Washington, with a duration of 12 weeks, requiring 40 hours of work per week on night shifts.

Requirements

• Certification as a Pharmacy Technician.
• Experience in a pharmacy setting, preferably in a hospital or retail environment.
• Knowledge of pharmacy laws and regulations.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in medication preparation and dispensing.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with compounding and sterile preparations.
• Familiarity with pharmacy management software.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare medications by measuring, mixing, counting, and labeling prescription medications.
• Verify the accuracy of medication orders, including prescription information, dosage, and patient details.
• Ensure proper handling of medications, including controlled substances, according to pharmacy policies and regulations.
• Assist pharmacists with the preparation and compounding of specialized medications, such as sterile products or creams, when needed.
• Monitor and manage inventory of pharmaceutical supplies and medications, ensuring sufficient stock levels.
• Receive and check shipments of medications, ensuring the correct items are delivered and that they are properly stored.
• Perform regular stock counts and reorder medications as needed to prevent shortages.
• Provide customer service by answering questions about medications, over-the-counter products, and general health inquiries.
• Accurately enter patient prescriptions and medication orders into the pharmacy system.
• Review prescriptions for completeness, ensuring that required information such as dosage, frequency, and patient details are included.
• Verify patient insurance and assist with billing, claims processing, and medication reimbursement procedures.
• Provide basic medication counseling to patients under the guidance of a pharmacist, ensuring they understand how to take their medications correctly.
• Assist in the preparation of compounded medications such as creams, ointments, and oral solutions, adhering to safety and hygiene standards.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations, including those set by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and State Boards of Pharmacy.
• Accurately document medication orders, prescriptions, and patient information.

Benefits

• Tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Administrative and Support Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed