Certified Pharmacy Technician - Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital

Montgomery College; Tennessee; On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderbilt Health's Pharmacy Services seeks a Certified Pharmacy Technician to support medication delivery and restocking in a hospital setting. The role requires patient-focused preparation, accuracy in dispensing, and collaboration with pharmacists.

Hours include evenings and every 3rd weekend, with opportunities for professional growth and specialty training in pharmaceutical processes within a leading academic health system.

Qualifications

• Certified Pharmacy Technician through PTCB or NHA (Tennessee)
• Minimum 1 year relevant work experience
• Graduate of an approved discipline specific program

Responsibilities

• Pre-packages medication into unit dose containers, following appropriate guidelines and labeling procedures.
• Mixes pharmaceutical preparations.
• Prepares I.V. admixture formulations using aseptic technique.
• Assists Pharmacist to prepare and dispense medication.
• Receives and stores incoming supplies and checks inventories for outdated supplies.
• Maintains and processes records of medication and equipment dispensed to hospital patient and enters data in computer.
• Trains and supervises new technicians in all phases of pharmacy operation.

Skills

Pharmacy tech certs

Computer literacy

Attention to detail

Education

Approved pharmacy technician program

Tools

Pharmaceutical computer systems

Job description

Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center: Located in Nashville, Tennessee, and operating at a global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care, VUMC is a community of individuals who come to work each day with the simple aim of changing the world. It is a place where your expertise will be valued, your knowledge expanded, and your abilities challenged. Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where your uniqueness is sought and celebrated. It is a place where employees know they are part of something that is bigger than themselves, take exceptional pride in their work and never settle for what was good enough yesterday. Vanderbilt’s mission is to advance health and wellness through preeminent programs in patient care, education, and research.

Organization: Pharmacy Services

Job Summary: Prepares medication for delivery to patient, delivers medications to nursing stations, and restocks automated dispensing cabinets.

Position Highlights

Hours are Monday - Friday 2:00pm - 10:30pm. Every 3rd weekend rotation. Holiday rotation. Must be a Certified Pharmacy Technician through either PTCB or NHA in order to be considered.

Key Responsibilities

• Pre-packages medication into unit dose containers, following appropriate guidelines and labeling procedures.
• Mixes pharmaceutical preparations.
• Prepares I.V. admixture formulations using aseptic technique.
• Assists Pharmacist to prepare and dispense medication.
• Receives and stores incoming supplies and checks inventories for outdated supplies.
• Maintains and processes records of medication and equipment dispensed to hospital patient and enters data in computer.
• Trains and supervises new technicians in all phases of pharmacy operation.

Technical Capabilities

• Pharmaceutical Computer Literacy (Novice): Has demonstrated a proficient understanding of computers or has successfully completed training for applications that are used to support medication use processes. Is capable of using the fundamental features of pharmaceutical computer applications to support patient care issues of moderate difficulty.
• Pharmaceutical Drug Preparation, Dispensing & Distribution (Intermediate): Demonstrates proficiency of drug preparation, dispensing and distribution in practical applications of a difficult nature. Possesses sufficient knowledge, training, and experience to review, prepare and assist the pharmacist in dispensing prescribed medications. This includes checking the accuracy and appropriateness of all medications dispensed along with maintaining the sterility of parenteral medications where applicable. Able to train and educate by setting the example, giving instruction, providing leadership, and generally raising the level of performance of others while on the job.
• Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance & Compliance (Intermediate): Possesses knowledge of the appropriate rules and regulations and applies them in difficult, stressful and complex situations. Demonstrates advanced knowledge of process improvement, quality assurance and/or programs. Demonstrates a commitment to continuous quality improvement and maintains compliance with a federal, state and local regulations as well as organizational policies and procedures.
• Training & Development (Fundamental Awareness): Has demonstrated an understanding of the basic characteristics and needs of effective delivery: use of visual aids, demeanor, oral skills and program support requirements. Has had training in course delivery. Observed instructors in course preparation and delivery.
• Drug Inventory & Records Management (Intermediate): Demonstrates proficiency in working with drug inventory and records management. Demonstrates ability to maintain and project appropriate inventory levels of medications. Able to collect, organize, and maintain appropriate pharmacy and patient related information. Able to successfully demonstrate inventory management skills of moderate difficulty. Has expertise in inventory rotation. cycle counting and lot number tracking. Effectively works with electronic databases/catalog.

Core Accountabilities

• Organizational Impact: Performs tasks that are typically routine that may impact team's performance with occasional guidance.
• Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Utilizes some discretion and research to solve routine problems.
• Breadth of Knowledge: Applies knowledge of standards, established processes and procedure that apply to your own job.
• Team Interaction: Provides guidance to entry level co-workers.

Core Capabilities

• Develops Self and Others: Continuously improves own skills by identifying development opportunities.
• Builds and Maintains Relationships: Seeks to understand colleagues' priorities, working styles and develops relationships across areas.
• Communicates Effectively: Openly shares information with others and communicates in a clear and courteous manner.
• Delivering Excellent Services:
• Serves Others with Compassion: Invests time to understand the problems, needs of others and how to provide excellent service.
• Solves Complex Problems: Seeks to understand issues, solves routine problems, and raises proper concerns in a timely manner.
• Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Listens carefully to understand the issues and provides accurate information and support.
• Ensuring High Quality:
• Performs Excellent Work: Checks work quality before delivery and asks relevant questions to meet quality standards.
• Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Demonstrates basic knowledge of conditions that affect safety and reports unsafe conditions to the appropriate person or department.
• Managing Resources Effectively :
• Demonstrates Accountability: Takes responsibility for completing assigned activities and thinks beyond standard approaches to provide high-quality work/service.
• Stewards Organizational Resources: Displays understanding of how personal actions will impact departmental resources.
• Makes Data Driven Decisions: Uses accurate information and good decision making to consistently achieve results on time and without error.
• Fostering Innovation :
• Generates New Ideas: Willingly proposes/accepts ideas or initiatives that will impact day-to-day operations by offering suggestions to enhance them.
• Applies Technology: Absorbs new technology quickly; understands when to utilize the appropriate tools and procedures to ensure proper course of action.
• Adapts to Change: Embraces changes by keeping an open mind to changing plans and incorporates change instructions into own area of work.

Position Qualifications

• Responsibilities:
• Certifications: LIC-Pharmacy Technician - Tennessee
• Work Experience: Relevant Work Experience Experience Level : 1 year
• Education: Graduate of an approved discipline specific program

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within Vanderbilt Health, supported by a comprehensive benefits package which may include health, disability, retirement and/or wellness offerings to enhance your well‑being and professional growth.

Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity.

EOE/Vets/Disabled.

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