Certified Pharmacy Technician (Evenings)

About the role

The Certified Pharmacy Technician (Evenings) position at Nemours Children's Health in Wilmington, Delaware, is responsible for providing pharmacy services in both inpatient and outpatient settings. This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week, rotating shifts starting as early as 12 pm or as late as 2 pm, with an evening time differential based on the number of hours worked past a certain point.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the preparation and delivery of all medications to patients.
• Provides customer service to internal and external customers, working under the operational supervision of the pharmacist.
• Performs various functions associated with the AIDHC drug distribution system, including cart fill, Pyxis functionality, IV preparation, unit dose packaging, filling outpatient prescriptions, data entry, third party processing, barcoding, unit inspections, oral liquid compounding, stock inventory maintenance and replenishment, code cart process, selling prescriptions at POS, and delivering prescriptions.
• Prepares accurately, using proper equipment and techniques, individualized doses of sterile and non-sterile extemporaneous medications, in appropriate containers, labeled appropriately, and stored at the recommended temperature.
• Distributes pharmacy products accurately, with the correct quantity and at the time needed during hourly and batch deliveries.
• Manages inventory control, ensuring accurate stock levels and replenishment.

Requirements

• A High School Diploma is required.
• One (1) year of Pharmacy Technician experience is preferred.
• A Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certification from either NHA or PTCB is required.
• Hospital Pharmacy experience is preferred, particularly in a Children’s Hospital setting.

Qualifications

This position requires a strong background in pharmacy technology, including familiarity with the AIDHC drug distribution system and the ability to perform various pharmacy-related tasks such as cart fill, Pyxis functionality, IV preparation, unit dose packaging, filling outpatient prescriptions, and managing inventory.

Skills

Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team are essential. Proficiency with pharmacy software and equipment is also required.

Benefits

Nemours Children's Health offers competitive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. The organization also supports professional development and encourages participation in continuing education programs.

Pay

The pay for this position is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Schedule

The position involves evening rotating shifts, starting as early as 12 pm or as late as 2 pm, with an evening time differential based on the number of hours worked past a certain point. The position is full-time, 40 hours per week, and works every 3rd weekend (both Saturday and Sunday).