Certified Pharmacy Tech PT Rotating

Trinity Health; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Job summary

MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center is seeking a Certified Pharmacy Tech to join our pharmacy team. Under supervision of a licensed pharmacist, you will prepare medication orders, deliver medications and IV admixtures, stock drugs, and assist with audits.

This part-time role offers diverse daytime and rotating shifts, on-site work in Des Moines, and opportunities for training and growth within MercyOne Health System.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED when nationally certified through NHA.
• PTCB national certification required for employment.
• National Pharmacy Technician Certification is required.
• Registration with the Iowa Board of Pharmacy at time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepares medication orders.
• Delivers medications and IV admixtures to patient rooms, critical care areas, and other ancillary areas.
• Credits to the patient and restocks usable medications/IVs returned to the pharmacy.
• Assists the pharmacists with audits and completes assigned unit inspections.
• Restocks automated medication dispensing machines.
• Restocks tackle boxes and cart inserts and completes check in/out process.
• Communicates stock utilization and ordering needs.
• Compounds and labels extemporaneous liquid and solid products for patients.
• Prepares IV admixtures including TPNs, chemotherapy IVs, IV piggybacks, and syringes.

Education

HS Diploma or GED (when nationally certified through NHA)

National Pharmacy Technician Certification

PTCB certification

Registered with Iowa Board of Pharmacy

Job description

Employment Type: Part time

Shift: Rotating Shift

Description:

At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor's visit or a place to go when you're in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities - that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well.

MercyOne Central Iowa sets the standard for personalized and radically convenient care in the Des Moines metro area and surrounding counties. MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center, founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1893, is the longest continually operating hospital in Des Moines and Iowa's largest medical center, with 802 beds available. The hospital is one of the Midwest's largest referral centers.

With more than 7,000 colleagues and a medical staff of almost 1,500 physicians and allied health professionals, MercyOne Central Iowa is one of Iowa's largest employers.

Job Description

Want to learn more about MercyOne Des Moines? Click here: Find a Location Des Moines, Iowa (IA), MercyOne Des Moines

Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a Certified Pharmacy Tech.

As a Certified Pharmacy Tech at MercyOne, provides technical support in the delivery of pharmaceutical care to clients of MercyOne Central Iowa Medical Center. Technical support includes the preparation and delivery of medications and sterile products, stocking and ordering of drugs and other products. Technical work is performed under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.

Schedule:

• 8-hours Mixed/Varied shifts and hours

General Requirements:

• Prepares medication orders.
• Delivers medications and IV admixtures to patient rooms, critical care areas, and other ancillary areas.
• Credits to the patient and restocks usable medications/IVs returned to the pharmacy.
• Assists the pharmacists with audits and completes assigned unit inspections.
• Restocks automated medication dispensing machines.
• Restocks tackle boxes and cart inserts (crash carts, airway carts, latex carts), and completes check in/out process.
• Communicates stock utilization and ordering needs.
• Compounds and labels extemporaneous liquid and solid products for patients according to procedure.
• Prepares IV admixtures including TPNs, chemotherapy IVs, IV piggybacks, and syringes following strictly described, specific policies and procedures.
• Provides training and mentoring to new employees and assists in directing workflow as needed.
• Other duties as needed and assigned by the manager.

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED when nationally certified through NHA.
• PTCB nationally certified technicians do NOT require HS diploma or GED.
• National Pharmacy Technician Certification and Registered with the Iowa Board of Pharmacy at time of hire and proof of.
• Completion of Mandatory Reporter training for children and dependent adult abuse within three (3) months of hire.

Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system! Visit MercyOne Careers to learn more about the benefits, culture, and career development opportunities available to you at MercyOne Health System circle of care.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.