Certified Pharmacy Technician

CommonSpirit Health; Bardstown (KY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Flaget Memorial Hospital, part of CommonSpirit Health, is seeking a Certified Pharmacy Technician to support pharmacists in preparing and dispensing medications, managing inventory, and assisting patients with inquiries. The role requires accuracy, strong organization, and patient-focused service in a hospital environment.

Requirements include KY Pharmacy Technician registration, ECPT or PTCB certification, and 6 months IV compounding experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED upon hire.
• 6 months IV medication compounding experience.
• KY Pharmacy Technician registration/licensing required upon hire.
• ECPT or PTCB certification required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, distributes and delivers medications per policies and regulations.
• Performs clerical and administrative tasks to support daily operations.
• Maintains proper medication and supply stock levels.
• Operates automated medication delivery systems and devices.
• Participates in department quality assurance and documentation.
• IV admixture preparation training and compliance with regulatory requirements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Patient-focused demeanor

Education

High School Graduate

High School GED

IV medication compounding experience (6 months)

Job description

Job Summary And Responsibilities

As a Certified Pharmacy Technician, you will provide essential support to pharmacists, ensuring the accurate and efficient preparation and dispensing of medications to patients. Every day you will expertly process prescriptions, compound medications, manage inventory, and meticulously assist patients with their inquiries, all while adhering to strict safety and regulatory guidelines. To be successful, you will demonstrate outstanding attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and a professional, patient-focused demeanor, contributing to safe medication practices and excellent patient care.

• Prepares, distributes and delivers medications in accordance with CSH policies and procedures, The Joint Commission requirements, and Department of Health regulations.
• Performs clerical and administrative tasks in support of the day to day operations of the department.
• Maintains proper medication and supply stock levels
• Operates and maintains automated medication delivery systems and devices.
• Participates in department quality assurance programs and maintains appropriate quality assurance documentation.
• Trained and certified in IV admixture preparation including all regulatory and compliance requirements with required training and documentation. This may include preparation and handling of hazardous / chemotherapy medication if applicable.

Job Requirements

Required

• High School Graduate, upon hire or
• High School GED, upon hire and
• 6 months compounding of IV medication
• Pharmacy Technician: KY, upon hire and
• Certified Pharmacy Tech ECPT, upon hire or
• Certified Pharmacy Tech PTCB, upon hire or
• Certified Pharmacy Tech, upon hire

Where You\'ll Work

Welcome to Flaget Memorial Hospital, a 52-bed facility located in Bardstown, Kentucky. Founded in 1951 by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, Flaget Memorial Hospital is recognized as a 2023 Best Place to Work in Kentucky.

CHI Saint Joseph Health is part of CommonSpirit Health, a non-profit, Catholic health system dedicated to advancing health for all people. With approximately 175,000 team members and 25,000 physicians and advanced practice clinicians.

Our commitment to serve the common good is delivered through the dedicated work of thousands of physicians, advanced practice clinicians, nurses, and staff; through clinical excellence delivered across a system of 140 hospitals and more than 2,200 care centers serving 24 states.

Pay Range

$18.51 - $26.15 /hour