Pharmacy Tech Certified Specialist

About the role

For over a century, Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare has served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid‑South. The Pharmacy Technician Specialist performs specialty functions, as assigned, in support of pharmacy operations and also performs the duties of a certified pharmacy technician in daily pharmacy operations as needed. This role models appropriate behavior as exemplified in the MLH Mission, Vision and Values — carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations, and a consistent striving for excellence.

Responsibilities

• Performs specialty functions in support of pharmacy operations, as assigned.
• Performs duties of a Certified Pharmacy Technician.
• Follows established procedures for medication safety, ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, quality standards, compliance activities, and policies and procedures.
• Performs other job functions as assigned or requested.

Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent (required); Technical Degree or Diploma in Pharmacy Technician (preferred).
• Experience: 1–3 years as a pharmacy technician (required).
• Licenses & Certifications:
  • Certified Pharmacy Technician – Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (required)
  • Pharmacy Technician – Tennessee Board of Pharmacy (required)
  • Pharmacy Technician – Mississippi Board of Pharmacy (preferred)
  • Certified Pharmacy Technician (ExCPT) – National Healthcareer Association (preferred)

Qualifications

• Experience with medication nomenclature and complex pharmaceutical calculations.
• Ability to effectively relate and communicate with internal and external customers; communication often involves complex problem solving.
• Proficient in the use of pharmacy‑based computer systems as well as Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) as indicated by the specific function within the department.
• Must be able to effectively organize, budget time, work efficiently and accurately, and follow procedures with minimum supervision.

Physical Demands

The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion. Must have good balance and coordination. Physical requirements may vary depending on the specialty assignment; work may include exerting up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently. The associate is required to have close visual acuity including color, depth perception, and field of vision to perform activities such as assessing patients, preparing and analyzing data and figures, transcribing, viewing a computer terminal, or extensive reading. Frequent invasive and non‑invasive patient contact. May be exposed to patient body fluids and diseases, as well as hazardous or poisonous materials. Ability to react quickly to emergency situations.