Certified Pharmacy Tech

TriStar Centennial Medical Center; Tennessee; On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

TriStar Centennial Medical Center in Tennessee seeks a Certified Pharmacy Technician to support pharmacists in daily operations, handling medication procurement, preparation, delivery, and restocking while following established policies and procedures.

You will engage with clinicians and patients, ensuring accuracy and delivering excellent service in a 740+ bed, full-service hospital affiliated with TriStar Health.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of hospital policies and regulations required for dispensing and patient safety.
• Professional customer service skills when interacting with clinicians, patients, and families.
• Familiarity with inventory management and pharmaceutical controls preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain knowledge of hospital policies and regulations and dispense accordingly.
• Consult with physicians and nursing staff regarding patient reactions, errors, and complaints.
• Assist with quality improvement initiatives, inventory and ordering of pharmaceuticals.
• Monitor, record, and communicate using computerized documentation systems.
• Follow Standard Precautions using appropriate PPE.

Skills

Knowledge of hospital policies

Regulatory compliance

Customer service

Education

TN State Pharmacy Tech license

PTCB or CPhT within 90 days

Job description

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
• Colleague recognition program
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients' lives and you have the opportunity to make a difference. We are looking for a dedicated Certified Pharmacy Tech like you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Certified Pharmacy Technician is responsible for assisting Pharmacists in all daily activities related to department workflow while knowing and acting in accordance with established policies and procedures. This position assists in the procurement, preparation, delivery, return, and restocking of medications, and maintains the ability to use all equipment and technology necessary to fulfill job responsibilities effectively and efficiently. This technician also facilitates exceptional customer service to both internal and external customers and is responsible for contributing to a positive work environment.

What you will do in this role

• You will maintain a strong knowledge of hospital policies and government regulations and dispenses accordingly.
• You will consult with physicians and nursing staff regarding patient reactions, errors, and complaints.
• You will assist with quality improvement initiatives, inventory and ordering of pharmaceuticals.
• You will monitor, record, and communicate as appropriate utilizing computerized documentation systems.
• You will follow Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

What qualifications you will need

• TN State Pharmacy Tech license
• Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB), or Exam for the Certification of Pharmacy Tech (CPhT) must be obtained within 90 days of employment start date
• Hospital experience preferred

TriStar Centennial Medical Center is a 740+ bed comprehensive facility. We offer medical and surgical programs. These include behavioral health and 24-hour emergency. These also include heart and vascular and imaging. These also include neurosciences, oncology, orthopedics, pediatrics, rehabilitation, sleep disorder, and women's services. We are an affiliate of TriStar Health. TriStar Centennial Medical Center is a 43-acre campus. We are home to TriStar Centennial Heart & Vascular Center. We are home to TriStar Centennial Women's Hospital. Our campus includes The Children's Hospital at TriStar Centennial, Sarah Cannon Cancer Institute at TriStar Centennial Medical Center, TriStar Centennial Advanced Joint Replacement Institute and TriStar Centennial Parthenon Pavilion.

HCA Healthcare has been named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Institute for ten consecutive years (2010-2019). In 2019, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

Good people beget good people.- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.