Outpatient Pharmacy Technician: Precision Dispensing & Patient Care

Baptist; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist hospital seeks a Pharmacy Technician to work under the direct supervision of the pharmacist, providing pharmaceutical care by prioritizing medication orders, preparing medications for dispensing, and assisting with distribution and stocking for patient care areas.

The role involves operating in a hospital setting, handling medication distribution, and supporting inventory and quality goals while performing related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Computer skills, typing skills, calculation skills, communication skills are required.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required by job.
• Technician training program/academy is preferred or beneficial.
• State Board of Pharmacy registration is required in the state where work is performed; CPHT is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Procures, handles, prepares, distributes, charges/credits and disposes of medication safely and accurately.
• Maintains own pharmacy practice effectively.
• Prepares sterile products for dispensing.
• Participates in inventory management.
• Uses and maintains automation/equipment.
• Assists pharmacist in providing pharmaceutical care to patients.
• Contributes to unit goals, programs and report cards.
• Provides education/training to staff.
• Completes assigned goals.

Skills

Computer skills

Typing skills

Calculation skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technician training program/academy

Job description

Baptist hospital seeks a Pharmacy Technician to work under the direct supervision of the pharmacist, providing pharmaceutical care by prioritizing medication orders, preparing medications for dispensing, and assisting with distribution and stocking for patient care areas.

The role involves operating in a hospital setting, handling medication distribution, and supporting inventory and quality goals while performing related duties as assigned.