Technician-Pharmacy I Outpatient

About the Role

Works under the direct supervision of the pharmacist in providing pharmaceutical care services, considering patient-specific factors. Responsibilities include prioritizing and processing medication orders, preparing medications for dispensing, distribution, and stocking patient care locations for subsequent drug administration. Performs other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Practices the Medication-Use Process: procures, handles, prepares, distributes, charges/credits, and disposes of medication safely and accurately.
• Manages own pharmacy practice effectively.
• Processes and prepares sterile products for dispensing.
• Participates in inventory management.
• Uses and maintains automation/equipment.
• Assists the pharmacist in providing pharmaceutical care to patients.
• Contributes to goals, programs, and report cards for the operational unit and entity.
• Provides education/training.
• Completes assigned goals.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent experience as required by job.
• State Board of Pharmacy registration required in the state where work is performed, in accordance with the state's rules and regulations.

Qualifications

Experience

• Minimum Required: Previous experience in a setting involving medication distribution.
• Preferred/Desired: Previous hospital experience.

Education & Training

• Preferred/Desired: Completion of a Technician training program/academy.

Skills

• Minimum Required: Computer skills, typing skills, calculation skills, communication skills.
• Preferred/Desired: Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPHT).