Pharmacy Technician I - Hospital Pharmacy

Knowledge/Experience

• Knowledge of pharmacy dispensing systems including unit dose, IV admixture, and outpatient prescription processing.
• Knowledge of basic differences in drug therapy in different patient age groups from neonates to geriatric patients.
• Knowledge of systems of measurement (e.g., metric system) and ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and conversions within and between systems of measurement.
• Knowledge about aseptic technique in the compounding of IV admixtures if required in practice location.
• Knowledge of drug nomenclature including brand and generic names.
• Knowledge of pharmacy law and activities allowed and not allowed by law.
• Knowledge and experience in the use of a computer and keyboard.
• Experience with Windows programs, use of e-mail and use of the internet.

Education

No previous training/schooling required.

Licenses/Certifications/Registries

• Must be licensed as a provisional Pharmacy Technician in good standing in the State of Montana.