Overnight Pharmacy Technician - Precision & Patient Care

Emory Healthcare; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Emory Healthcare in Decatur, Alabama is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to support the pharmacy team. Under the supervision of a registered pharmacist, you will procure, prepare, package, and distribute medications, maintain inventory, and ensure product integrity while following USP, DEA, and FDA guidelines.

Shift: 8p-6:30a. The role requires a CPhT certification, ASHP-accredited training, and active Georgia registration; 6 months of experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
• ASHP-accredited technician training program completion or enrollment preferred.
• 6 months experience as Pharmacy Technician or completion of ASHP-accredited tech training program preferred.
• Current CPhT certification through either PTCB or NHA and active Georgia Pharmacy Technician registration, or current enrollment in an accredited School of Pharmacy with a current Georgia Pharmacy Intern license.
• Must maintain certification and registration through entire length of employment.

Responsibilities

• Procures, prepares, packages, distributes and disposes medications and supplies to assist in providing quality pharmaceutical care for all patients.
• Maintains an established inventory of drugs and supplies; re-orders and stocks items upon delivery to ensure immediate availability.
• Follows departmental, USP, DEA, and FDA guidelines when repackaging and compounding pharmaceutical products.
• Operates, troubleshoots, monitors, and cleans departmental automation and equipment.
• Ensures Pharmacist product verification and timely distribution of medications to maintain product integrity.
• Maintains accurate records and patient profiles including charging and crediting.
• Answers phones, receives and distributes messages, and triages requests appropriately.
• Manages time and prioritizes tasks to ensure timely and safe patient care.
• Assists with operational support functions including housekeeping and cleaning/disinfecting/decontaminating standards.
• Conducts regular quality assurance inspections focused on TJC requirements.
• Makes sure to follow OSHA, USP, and EPA guidelines to safely handle hazardous and non-hazardous products.
• Participates in professional activities to stay current with trends and developments.
• Completes required training and competency assessments in a timely fashion.
• Attends in-services as appropriate.
• Assists in orientation and training of new personnel.
• May serve as a resource for less experienced staff and provide guidance on pharmacy techniques and policies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

ASHP accredited technician training program

CPhT certification (PTCB or NHA) and Georgia Pharmacy Technician registration

Enrollment in accredited School of Pharmacy with Georgia Pharmacy Intern license

Job description

Emory Healthcare in Decatur, Alabama is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to support the pharmacy team. Under the supervision of a registered pharmacist, you will procure, prepare, package, and distribute medications, maintain inventory, and ensure product integrity while following USP, DEA, and FDA guidelines.

Shift: 8p-6:30a. The role requires a CPhT certification, ASHP-accredited training, and active Georgia registration; 6 months of experience preferred.