Inpatient Pharmacy Tech 2

BJC HealthCare; Alton (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance

Disability insurance paid for by BJC

Pension Plan/403(b) Plan funded by BJC

401(k) plan with BJC match

Tuition Assistance available

Paid Time Off benefit

Adoption assistance

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Pharmacy Technician to join their inpatient team. This role offers the opportunity to grow your pharmacy career in a supportive environment, where you will prepare medication orders, assist in dispensing medications, and maintain compliance with quality standards. The ideal candidate will have a passion for patient care and a commitment to excellence in pharmacy practice. With a variety of benefits and a focus on employee well-being, this position is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in their community while advancing their professional skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required with <2 years of experience.
• Pharmacy Tech Certification and State Bd Pharm Registration needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare medication orders and assist in dispensing medications.
• Maintain quality assurance standards and regulatory compliance.
• Support inventory activities and pursue proficiency in compounding.

Skills

Medication Preparation

Sterile Compounding

Inventory Management

Quality Assurance

Regulatory Compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Automated Systems

Electronic Systems

Job description

Additional Information About the Role

Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your pharmacy career? Our dynamic team at Alton Memorial Hospital is looking for a motivated and patient-centered technician to join their team.

• Monday - Friday
• 2:00PM-10:30PM
• Holiday rotation
• Occasional weekends

Overview

Since 1937, Alton Memorial Hospital has cared for residents in Alton, Illinois, and the surrounding communities in a five-county area. Starting as a land gift to the community from the Smith family, Alton Memorial today is a full-service acute care hospital. Alton Memorial offers patients a variety of inpatient and outpatient services, including surgery services, medical imaging, interventional and diagnostic heart services, cancer care, rehabilitation, 24-hour emergency care, ambulance services and more.

Role Purpose

The Pharmacy Technician - Inpatient 2, under the direct supervision of a staff pharmacist and according to standard procedures, prepares medication orders, and assists in dispensing & transporting medications. This position also conducts sterile and/or non-sterile compounding, uses various automated/electronic systems and maintains the required documentation & records.

Responsibilities

• Maintains quality assurance standards and required documentation; maintains regulatory cleanliness compliance.
• Assists in the preparation of medication orders, to include workflow management, basic preparation & dispensing, and non-sterile compounding.
• Uses automated/electronic systems to manage product preparation, inventory, patient records, and regulatory compliance.
• Supports various inventory activities, to include inventory storage, ordering, rotating, beyond use dating, and cleanliness.
• Pursues proficiency in compounding sterile preparations and/or other advanced skills.

Minimum Requirements

Education

• High School Diploma or GED

Experience

• <2 years

Supervisor Experience

• No Experience

Licenses & Certifications

• State Bd Pharm Registration
• Pharmacy Tech Certification

Preferred Requirements
Experience

• 2-5 years

Benefits and Legal Statement

BJC Total Rewards

At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
• Disability insurance* paid for by BJC
• Pension Plan*/403(b) Plan funded by BJC
• 401(k) plan with BJC match
• Tuition Assistance available on first day
• BJC Institute for Learning and Development
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
• Adoption assistance

To learn more, go to www.bjctotalrewards.com/Benefits

*Not all benefits apply to all jobs

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer