Certified Pharmacy Technician

Saint Joseph Hospital - Mount Sterling; Mount Sterling (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health in Kentucky seeks a Certified Pharmacy Technician to support pharmacists in a hospital setting. You will process prescriptions, compound medications, manage inventory, and assist patients with inquiries while following safety and regulatory guidelines.

You will handle IV admixture preparation training and ensure quality assurance documentation, with a focus on accuracy, attention to detail, and patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required on hire.
• Less than 1 year 6 months compounding IV medication on hire.
• Pharmacy Technician: KY license on hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, distributes and delivers medications in accordance with policies and procedures, The Joint Commission requirements, and Department of Health regulations.
• Performs clerical and administrative tasks in support of 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 regulatory and compliance requirements.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

KY Pharmacy Technician License

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 General Studies, upon hire or
• High School GED General Studies, upon hire and
• less than 1 year 6 months compounding of IV medication , upon hire
• Pharmacy Technician: KY, upon hire

Where You'll Work

Welcome to Saint Joseph Mount Sterling, a not-for-profit, faith-based hospital founded in 1918. Formerly known as Mary Chiles Hospital, Saint Joseph Mount Sterling serves as a 42-bed community hospital and is recognized as a 2024 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 employees 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.