Pharmacy Technician II, High Point Medical Center, 2nd shift

About the role

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Responsibilities

• Assists licensed pharmacist in technical duties related to preparation and distribution of medications
• Accurately selects, prepares, and labels medications for patients including hazardous drugs and controlled substances
• Aids in medication distribution tasks
• Screens phone calls and routes as needed using proper telephone and voicemail etiquette
• Aids in daily pharmacy procurement, inventory control, and outdate checking
• Completes and documents controlled substance removal, stocking, and wasting
• Performs nonsterile compounding following USP standards
• Performs sterile IV admixtures using proper aseptic technique
• Inspects all assigned medication storage areas for compliance with storage policies
• Completes and documents medication admission histories
• Seeks additional duties when required work is done and accepts other duties as assigned
• May participate in quality improvement initiatives
• May assist in training pharmacy technicians and extenders
• Abides by all organization policies and procedures and complies with all legal, regulatory, and accreditation standards
• Supports area leaders regarding goals and work assignments
• Obtains and records initial patient demographic and other required information
• Data entry of required information into the pharmacy system for record keeping, insurance verification, and label generation purposes
• Cashiering

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• PTCB/NHA technician certification (CPhT)
• North Carolina Board of Pharmacy registration as a pharmacy technician within 30 days of hire

Qualifications

• One-year previous pharmacy experience preferred
• Associate degree in a healthcare or business-related field preferred

Skills

Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. May obtain immunization certification and perform immunizations for patients under the supervision of a registered pharmacist, where applicable.

Benefits

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

• Compensation
• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Education Assistance Program

Pay

$22.90 - $34.35

Schedule

2nd shift, 32 hours per week, with rotating weekends and holidays