Pharmacy Technician

Pharmacy Technician

Requirements

• Education – High School Diploma/GED Equivalent in General Studies
• Certification – Registration within 30 days of hire- South Dakota Board of Pharmacy

Responsibilities

• Create an environment where responsiveness to patient and customer needs is a personal priority. Interact with staff, patients and the public in a courteous and respectful manner using appropriate verbal or written skills.
• Restock unit dose medications, liquids and injectables; accurately fill controlled substances and file paperwork; receive orders, unpack supplies, assure items are bar coded and scannable, and place inventory into the appropriate location when relevant to hospital site.
• Accurately pick medications from appropriate automated technology for replacement into Automated Dispensing Cabinets (ADC) or distribution to another campus. Sort and restock/waste returned medications; restock code carts, emergency boxes, and ADCs; deliver medications in a timely manner; answer phones professionally and transfer calls appropriately.
• Act as a positive member of the team. Assist in orienting new personnel; use time wisely; communicate pertinent information; work effectively with pharmacists, technicians and other hospital caregivers; work independently without direct supervision; assist other staff and exhibit an approachable, interactive demeanor.
• Process and accurately dispose of all waste materials, including all levels of hazardous waste. Knowledgeable of appropriate use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and necessary action when receiving or manipulating hazardous medications or during hazardous spills.
• Maintain ability to effectively navigate computer software, troubleshoot and report problems to prevent repetitive issues in the future.
• Participate in department committees as assigned.
• All other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience – 1+ years Healthcare; 1+ years of Pharmaceutical Experience; 1+ years of Retail Experience
• Certification – Required within 12 months of hire Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) – Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) OR Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) – National Healthcare Association (NHA)