Pharmacy Technician I - PRN
Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship · Fort Smith, AR · Yesterday
HealthcarePart-time
About the role
The Pharmacy Technician I assists pharmacists in preparing, compounding, and dispensing medications and is accountable to the supervising pharmacist who is legally responsible for the care and safety of the patients served by the pharmacy.
Responsibilities
- Fulfills medication orders accurately and promptly
- Prepares and dispenses medications according to physician’s orders and pharmacy protocols
- Assists in the preparation and distribution of sterile and non-sterile medications
- Monitors inventory levels and restocks supplies as needed
- Ensures compliance with state and federal regulations regarding medication storage, handling, and disposal
- Communicates effectively with patients, other healthcare providers, and pharmacy staff
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Licensure: Actively registered, in good standing, with the State Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacy Technician or willing to submit application for registration by first day of work
- Experience: 1-year relevant pharmacy experience preferred but not required
Qualifications
- Successfully complete pharmacy department orientation
Skills and Abilities
- Demonstrates advanced knowledge and use of all equipment; robotic dispensing equipment and automated dispensing cabinets as appropriate
- Demonstrates proficiency with the operation of pharmacy automation technology systems and workflow management
- Able to perform initial trouble shooting for automated pharmacy technology and associated software
- Able to work under time constraints
Benefits
- Outstanding benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Paid time off
- Tuition support
- Matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period
Pay
Competitive compensation package based on experience and qualifications.
Schedule
Variable schedule to accommodate patient needs and pharmacy operations.