Certified Pharmacy Technician - Inpatient - Days/Evenings

VCU Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

VCU Health in Richmond, VA is seeking a Certified Pharmacy Technician to assist pharmacists in preparation, dispensing, record keeping, and transporting of medications for all patient groups. The role operates under minimal supervision, with a focus on accuracy and patient care while transitioning through duties assigned during the transitional period.

Required is Virginia Board of Pharmacy registration and Pharmacy Technician certification (PTCB or ExCPT) within six months.

Qualifications

• Virginia Board of Pharmacy registration required.
• Pharmacy Technician certification (PTCB or ExCPT) required within 6 months of employment.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacists in preparation, dispensing, record keeping and transporting of medications for all patients.
• Under minimal supervision, perform duties with high proficiency and ownership for the work area.
• Communicate effectively with staff and identify equipment or operational problems and report to a pharmacist or manager.
• Work all shifts, weekends, holidays and emergency coverage as needed.

Job description

The Certified Pharmacy Technician aids pharmacists in providing pharmaceutical care services to patients by assisting in the preparation, dispensing, record keeping, and transporting of medications for all patients including the following age groups: neonatal, pediatric, adolescence, adult, and geriatric. Under minimal supervision, this role performs the required duties of a technician at a high level of proficiency, demonstrating exemplary work behaviors and ownership for the success of the work area.This position also learns, performs and completes assignments/responsibilities assigned during the transitional duty period.

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements:
Virginia Board of Pharmacy registration is required.
Pharmacy Technician certification from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or The Exam for the Certification of Pharmacy Technicians (ExCPT), is required within 6 months of employment

Experience REQUIRED: N/A

Experience PREFERRED:

• One year previous pharmacy practice experience in a similar setting
• Previous experience using a standard keyboard and typing speed of 20-30 words per minute

Education/training REQUIRED:

• High school diploma or equivalent

Education/training PREFERRED: N/A

Independent action(s) required:

• Performs tasks designated by the pharmacist to assist in patient care that do not legally require a pharmacist’s supervision or verification.
• Communicates effectively with all staff members.
• Identifies equipment or operational problems and brings them to the attention of a pharmacist or pharmacy manager.
• Interacts with other health care practitioners in a multidisciplinary environment.

Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A

Additional position requirements:

• Must be available to work all shifts, weekends, holidays, and emergency coverage.

Age Specific groups served: All

Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):

• Physical: Lifting 20-50 lbs.
• Activities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive)
• Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking
• Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent, change

Compensation Ranges:

• Certified Pharmacy Tech I: $21.00 - $28.51
• Certified Pharmacy Tech II: $21.00 - $30.79
• Certified Pharmacy Tech III: $21.46 - $33.26

Actual Salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.

Compensation Ranges:

• Certified Pharmacy Tech I: $21.00 - $28.51
• Certified Pharmacy Tech II: $21.00 - $30.79
• Certified Pharmacy Tech III: $21.46 - $33.26

Actual Salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.

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