Hospital Pharmacy Tech I, PRN

Prisma Health; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Prisma Health is seeking a Pharmacy Technician at Greenville Memorial Hospital to perform pharmacy-related functions under the direction of a pharmacist. The technician will prepare medication orders, operate automation, and deliver excellent customer service.

Responsibilities include filling prescriptions, adhering to regulatory guidelines, and participating in staff training. A high school diploma and pharmacy tech registration are required. This is a non-management position with variable shifts.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; or post-high school degree.
• Pharmacy Tech Registration with the State Board of Pharmacy.
• Pharmacy Tech Certification required within 18 months of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Fills, labels, and packages medications for delivery.
• Operates cash register and accepts payments.
• Maintains regulatory compliance for sterilization preparations.
• Trains and mentors new pharmacy staff.

Skills

Medical and pharmacy terminology

Mathematical skills

Computer skills

Aseptic technique skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving abilities

Data entry skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Post high school degree

Job description

Job Summary

Under the direction of a pharmacist, a pharmacy technician performs pharmacy‑related functions in compliance with departmental policies and procedures and participates as an active member of the pharmacy team to provide pharmaceutical care for patients.

In the acute care setting, technicians operate basic automation, fulfill inventory, and complete sterile compounding in non‑hazardous settings. In the retail setting, technicians are primarily responsible for filling and selling prescriptions.

Essential Functions

• All team members are expected to be knowledgeable and compliant with Prisma Health's values: Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.
• Accurately interprets and prepares medication orders by filling provider orders, preparing medication kits/trays, automated dispensing cabinets, and floor stock requisitions. Completes cart fills and code tray refills, handles all controlled substances in compliance with regulations and policies, and operates the cash register to accurately accept payments.
• Demonstrates proficiency with computer and automation skills, troubleshooting automated dispensing cabinets, inventory management technology, label printers, unit dose packing machines, IV room automation, and other pharmacy technologies. Enters patient charges and credits.
• Contributes to an efficient work environment by answering the telephone in a timely manner, screening and prioritizing calls, and answering requests at the pharmacy window as appropriate.
• Fills, labels, and appropriately packages medications and delivers them to the appropriate patient care area or department on schedule. STAT medications are delivered when required. Routinely removes and evaluates medications in delivery and return bins and refrigeration units.
• Adheres to regulatory guidelines for pharmacy compounding of sterile preparations, including appropriate documentation as outlined by compounding policies.
• Provides excellent customer service by maintaining a clean and orderly work area and being prepared to start work at the beginning of each shift.
• Completes assigned quality assurance work by ensuring all logs and pending tasks for the shift are completed. Tasks include expiration checks, regulatory documentation, temperature monitoring, inventory checks, floor stock inspections, and equipment cleaning/preventative maintenance.
• Participates in training of new personnel and mentors new pharmacy technicians and pharmacy interns.

Supervisory/Management Responsibility

This is a non‑management job that will report to a supervisor, manager, director, or executive.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: High School diploma or equivalent; or post‑high school degree.
• Experience: No experience required.

Required Certifications, Registrations, Licenses

• Pharmacy Tech Registration with the State Board of Pharmacy.
• Pharmacy Tech Certification required within 18 months of hire date.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of medical and pharmacy terminology; good mathematical, computer, and aseptic technique skills.
• Knowledge of BOP/Dept of Health/DEA rules and regulations.
• Interpersonal skills in dealing with subordinates, peers, supervisors and others outside the department.
• Problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to work in team situations and handle urgent, stressful conditions.
• Knowledge of office equipment (fax/copier).
• Proficient computer skills (word processing, spreadsheets, database).
• Data entry skills.
• Mathematical skills.

Work Shift

Variable (United States of America)

Location

Greenville Memorial Hospital

Facility

1008 Greenville Memorial Hospital

Department

10087300 Pharmacy