Inpatient Pharmacy Technician II

Indiana University Health; Frankfort (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan forgiveness

Employee assistance

Wellness incentives

Job summary

Indiana University Health in Indiana is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to support the pharmacy department under supervision. You will handle medication processing, inventory, dispensing and distribution, while maintaining accuracy and safety.

We value strong math skills, clear communication, and customer service, with requires Indiana Pharmacy Technician License and national certification. High school diploma or GED is required, with a path for intern/extern licenses.

Qualifications

• Under pharmacist supervision, supports the pharmacy department in inventory, preparation, distribution, compounding, processing of medications and supplies.
• Assists with medication processing including answering phones, taking refill orders, entering orders, preparing meds for pharmacist check.
• Maintains records, stocking, delivering supplies, and supporting safety and accuracy in dispensing.
• Requires intermediate typing and proficiency with MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Handle inventory and stocking of prepackaged items.
• Prepare medications for pharmacist check and dispensing.
• Assist in bulk compounding and IV preparation when applicable.
• Ensure clear communication with patients and staff.

Education

Indiana Pharmacy Technician License

Intern/Extern license if enrolled in accredited college of pharmacy

Pharmacy Technician National Certification

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

We are looking for team members who are passionate about challenging and significant work for the good of every patient. We are searching for individuals who are compassionate, serve with a purpose, are dedicated to supporting their team, and who seek excellence every day.

Sound like a perfect match?

Why Join IU Health?

As Indiana’s largest and most comprehensive healthcare system, and the number 1 ranked healthcare system in Indiana, we offer:

• 401(K) retirement savings with employer match


• Tuition reimbursement


• Student loan forgiveness - Government program that may allow qualifying participants to have the remainder of their student loan balance forgiven (after a set amount of time and specific qualifications have been met).


• Employee Assistance Program – Counseling at no cost to you


• Healthy Results - Participation in our team member wellness programs award points that contribute toward a biweekly financial incentive in your paycheck! The more you participate, the more you earn!

Description:

Under pharmacist supervision, supports the pharmacy department in one or more of the following areas: inventory, preparation, distribution, compounding, processing of medications and supplies, specialty medications, and medication histories. Assists with all functions required for medication processing including answering telephones, taking refill orders, entering orders into system, preparing the medication for pharmacist check, preparing medications for disbursement/shipment/delivery. Key job duties may consist of handling supplies, stocking prepackaged items, maintaining inventory, delivering supplies, maintaining records, distributing supplies. May assist in bulk compounding and preparation of I.V. solutions. Works with pharmacy staff to minimize the potential for medication errors. Exercises sound judgement, anticipates potential issues and challenges in common situations and applies standard policies and procedures to determine solutions or escalation.

• 2+ years relevant experience preferred.


• Requires the absence of criminal history related to the ability to work with drugs.


• Requires strong mathematical calculation skills.


• Requires working knowledge and skills as a pharmacy technician in assigned areas and ability to work within established procedures under moderate supervision.


• Requires effective written and verbal communication skills.


• Requires effective customer service skills.


• Requires intermediate proficiency typing and using Microsoft Office applications. High School Diploma or GED required.


• Requires Indiana Pharmacy Technician License OR intern/extern license if enrolled in accredited college of pharmacy.


• Pharmacy Technician National Certification required unless enrolled in accredited college of pharmacy.


• IV compounding and hazardous compounding experience preferred.

We are an equal opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.