Pharmacy Advocate Technician

Ascension; Kokomo (IN); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Employer-matched 403(b)

Paid time off (PTO) and holidays

Tuition reimbursement and professional

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Job summary

Ascension St. Vincent Kokomo is seeking a part-time Pharmacy Technician to join the Pharmacy department. This on-site role supports refills, inventory, sterile and non-sterile compounding, and coordinating with patients and health professionals.

You will triage calls, prepare orders, receive supplies, and help maintain automated dispensing systems. Minimum qualifications include a High School diploma equivalency or 1 year of related experience, with preferred licensure or pharmacy tech

Qualifications

• High School diploma equivalency or 1 year of applicable cumulative job-specific experience required.
• Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.
• Preferred Credential(s): Pharmacy Tech credentialed from the National Healthcareer Association.
• Preferred Credential(s): Licensed Pharmacy Tech credentialed from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB).

Responsibilities

• Refills and maintains automated dispensing systems.
• Prepares orders and maintains inventory for the Pharmacy department.
• Prepares sterile and non-sterile compounds.
• Receives and stores incoming supplies.
• Triages incoming calls and serves as a liaison between pharmacy, patient and health professionals by providing information.

Education

High School diploma equivalency

1 year of applicable job-specific experience

Job description

• Locations 1907 W Sycamore St, Kokomo, IN, 46901, US (On-site)

Benefits Statement

Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options

Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance

Time to recharge: paid time off (PTO) and holidays

Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning

Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits

Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Job Description

• Facility: Ascension St. Vincent Kokomo
• Department: Pharmacy
• Schedule: Days | Part Time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Refills and maintains automated dispensing systems.
• Prepares orders and maintains inventory for the Pharmacy department.
• Prepares sterile and non-sterile compounds.
• Receives and stores incoming supplies.
• Triages incoming calls and serves as a liaison between pharmacy, patient and health professionals by providing information.

What minimum qualifications you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):
  • One or more of the following:
    • Intern Pharmacist obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
    • Licensed Pharmacy Tech credentialed from the Indiana Board Of Pharmacy obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
    • In Training Pharmacy Tech obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
    • Pharmacy Intern obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Preferred Credential(s):
  • Pharmacy Tech credentialed from the National Healthcareer Association.
  • Licensed Pharmacy Tech credentialed from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB).

Education

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. *Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Why Join Our Team

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

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