Pharmacy Tech II, Retail Pharmacy, Full Time, Variable

Under the direction of a pharmacist, a pharmacy technician performs pharmacy-related functions in compliance with departmental policies and procedures and participates as an active member of the pharmacy team to provide pharmaceutical care for patients.

Responsibilities

• In the acute care space, perform one or more of the following:
  • Pediatric responsibilities including drawing up/compounding pediatric doses
  • Non-sterile compounding
  • Total parenteral nutrition (TPN) compounding
  • Advanced inventory fulfillment within the warehouse settings of Pharmacy Consolidated Service Center and/or acute care sites
• In the retail space, complete tasks in advanced areas as outlined by the South Carolina Pharmacy Practice Act as tasks requiring Pharmacy Technician Certification
• Interpret and prepare medication orders by filling provider orders, medication kits/trays, automated dispensing cabinets, and floor stock requisitions
• Complete the cart fill and code tray refills
• Handle all controlled substances in compliance with regulations and policies
• Demonstrate proficiency with work-related computer and automation skills through problem-solving for automated dispensing cabinets, inventory management technology, label printers, unit dose packing machines, IV room automation, and other pharmacy-specific technologies
• Accurately enter patient charges and credits
• Correctly deliver medications to the appropriate patient care area or department per established schedule and workflow in a timely manner; STAT medications are delivered when required
• Routinely remove and evaluate medications remaining in delivery, return bins, and medication refrigerators
• Adhere to regulatory guidelines for pharmacy compounding of sterile and non-sterile preparations, including appropriate documentation as outlined by compounding policies
• Contribute to an efficient pharmacy work environment by providing excellent customer service, including:
  • Answering the phone within three rings
  • Servicing the pharmacy window in a timely and accurate manner
  • Maintaining a clean and orderly work area
  • Being at work and prepared to start working at the beginning of each shift
• Complete assigned quality assurance work by ensuring all logs and pending tasks for shift are completed, including but not limited to:
  • Expiration checks
  • Clean room documentation
  • Temperature monitoring documentation
  • Inventory checks
  • Floor stock inspections
  • Equipment cleaning/preventative maintenance
• Participate in training of new personnel and mentorship of new pharmacy technicians and pharmacy interns
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent; OR post high school degree
• Six (6) months experience as a Pharmacy Tech
• Certified Pharmacy Tech with the State Board of Pharmacy

Skills

• Knowledge of medical and pharmacy terminology
• Good mathematical, computer, and aseptic technique skills
• Knowledge of State BOP/Dept of Health/DEA rules/regulations
• Interpersonal skills in dealing with subordinates, peers, supervisors, and others outside the department
• Problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work in team situations and handle urgent, stressful conditions
• Knowledge of office equipment
• Computer skills (word processing, spreadsheets, database, data entry)
• Mathematical skills

Schedule

Variable