Hospital Pharmacy Tech IV/Unit Dose Expert, Day 1 Benefits

Trinity Health; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Benefits

Job summary

Saint Alphonsus Health System seeks a Pharmacy Technician for the Boise Regional Medical Campus. Under pharmacist supervision, you will verify packaging, support drug distribution, and ensure compliance with regulations.

The role involves assisting in IV room workflows, sterile technique, and training junior technicians, with strong math and communication skills essential for safe patient care.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Previous hospital pharmacy experience preferred.
• Current certification as a pharmacy tech is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Meets Health System's Guiding Behaviors and Caring Standards including interpersonal communication and professional conduct expectations.
• Assists the Pharmacist in providing effective drug distribution services to all patients served by the Department of Pharmacy Services.
• Proficient in all areas of the Pharmacy. Is aware of the workload in each area and is willing and able to help when needed.
• Counts package and label unit doses for inspection by Pharmacist.
• Provides medication service to other departments including Pyxis stock, floor stock and supplies.
• Coordinates the work flow of the IV room and is knowledgeable in the mixing of chemotherapy, large volume parenterals, antibiotics, TPN, syringes and drips.
• Uses good sterile technique when preparing IV admixtures. Keeps work areas clean inside and outside the hood.
• Assists the Pharmacist in training Pharmacy Technician Trainees in the day-to-day duties of Pharmacy Technicians as assigned by the Director.
• Excellent mathematical skills required for the preparation and distribution of pharmaceuticals; possess a basic understanding of hospital pharmacy drug distribution systems including unit dose, IV additive and floor stock distribution methods.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills for routine interaction with hospital staff, patients and visitors.

Skills

Pharmacy knowledge

Pharmacy experience

Certification

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Saint Alphonsus Health System seeks a Pharmacy Technician for the Boise Regional Medical Campus. Under pharmacist supervision, you will verify packaging, support drug distribution, and ensure compliance with regulations.

The role involves assisting in IV room workflows, sterile technique, and training junior technicians, with strong math and communication skills essential for safe patient care.