Pharmacy Advocate Technician

Ascension Health; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola is seeking a Pharmacy Technician for the In-Patient Pharmacy Services department. The role involves refilling automated dispensing systems, preparing sterile and non-sterile compounds, repackaging bulk medications, and managing inventory at the Pensacola facility.

You will triage calls and liaise between pharmacy staff, patients, and health professionals, ensuring accurate information flow and timely service. A valid PTCB or Florida Board license is required.

Qualifications

• Pharmacy Tech credentialed from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or Florida Board prior to hire/date of transfer.
• High School diploma or equivalent with 2 years of cumulative experience or Associate's/Technical degree or 4 years of applicable cumulative job-specific experience.

Responsibilities

• Refill and maintain automated dispensing systems and prepare orders; maintain inventory for the Pharmacy department.
• Prepare sterile and non-sterile compounds.
• Repackage bulk medications.
• Receive and store incoming supplies.
• Triage incoming calls and act as liaison between pharmacy, patient and health professionals by providing information.

Education

High School diploma equivalent / Associate's degree

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Pensacola, FL

• Facility: Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola

• Department: In-Patient Pharmacy Services

• Schedule: Rotating | PRN

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Refill and maintain automated dispensing systems and prepare orders and maintain inventory for the Pharmacy department.

• Prepare sterile and non-sterile compounds.

• Repackage bulk medications.

• Receive and store incoming supplies.

• Triage incoming calls and serve as a liaison between pharmacy, patient and health professionals by providing information.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• One or more of the following required:

• Pharmacy Tech credentialed from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

• Registered Pharmacy Tech credentialed from the Florida Board of Pharmacy obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience. OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Retirement: 403(b) plan

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

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

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.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

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Min Salary: 17.69

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