Certified Pharmacy Technician Ankeny Outpatient Pharmacy

Trinity Health; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health in Ankeny, IA seeks a full-time pharmacy technician to support bedside medication delivery and discharge processes. The role involves preparing medications, delivering to patients, and assisting with the prescription workflow under pharmacist supervision.

Requires national certification (PTCB or equivalent), Iowa Board of Pharmacy registration, and completion of required training within the specified timelines.

Qualifications

• 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 Registration with the Iowa Board of Pharmacy at time of hire.
• Mandatory Reporter abuse training within three months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Function as a meds to beds pharmacy technician to deliver filled prescriptions to patients' bedside prior to discharge.
• Facilitate transition from hospital to home by managing prescription processes and coordinating with healthcare teams.
• Maintain knowledge of applicable laws, Trinity Health policies, and standards of conduct.

Skills

Medication preparation

Sterile product handling

Delivery to bedside (meds on discharge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

PTCB Certification

Iowa Board of Pharmacy Registration

Job description

Employment Type:Full timeShift:Rotating ShiftDescription: 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.

Shift - Mixed/Varied, closed Sundays and holidays

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Function as a meds to beds pharmacy technician to deliver filled prescriptions directly to patients' bedside prior to discharge.

• Facilitate the transition from hospital to home by managing the prescription process, including collecting history, processing insurance, coordinating with healthcare teams, and reducing the need for post-discharge pharmacy stops.

• Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations, Trinity Health’s Organizational Integrity Program, Standards of Conduct, as well as other policies and procedures in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical, and professional behavior.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 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 abuse training for child and dependent adult abuse within three (3) months of hire.

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.