PRN Pharmacy Technician

Responsibilities

• Assists pharmacists in filling prescription orders as permitted by State Boards of Pharmacy.
• IV compounding.
• Prepares medication for dispensing, packaging and shipment.
• Takes inventory, places orders, checks in drugs and supplies, stocks shelves and removes out of date items from the inventory.
• Enters medical supply orders in pharmacy system.
• Handles doctor calls, faxes and medication deliveries.
• Communicates with all customers (patients, clinics, care-givers, physicians) in an amicable and professional manner.
• Processes returned medications from the facility for credit or destruction.
• Inputs patient data and prescription information into the pharmacy information management system.
• Maintains knowledge of and abides by all applicable pharmacy laws and regulations.
• Maintains a safe and clean pharmacy by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.

Qualifications

• A high school degree or equivalent preferred.
• National pharmacy technician certification (PTCB) preferred.
• In-patient hospital pharmacy experience highly preferred.
• Flexibility in working schedule.
• Ability to work well in a team.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Comfortable performing repetitive motions/tasks.
• Ability to manage several tasks at the same time; ability to focus on tasks; ability to evaluate operating conditions; ability to exercise sound judgment.
• Demonstrated ability to use technology such as computers, smart phones and tablets.

Pay & Benefits

Anticipated hourly range: $18.10 per hour - $25.40 per hour.

Bonus eligible: No.

Benefits: Paid time off in compliance with applicable laws.