Pharmacy IV Technician, Full-Time

Sentara Health; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Paid Time Off and Sick Leave

401k/403B with Employer Match

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital in Charlottesville, VA is hiring an Inpatient IV Pharmacy Technician. Primary duties include clinical care delivery under supervision, IV/sterile compounding, and ensuring medication supply for patient care. The role requires a Virginia Pharmacy Tech license and a CPhT.

Shift is rotating with days 6am-3pm, with occasional evenings/overnights; full-time 40 hours per week. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is offered for qualified candidates, with comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• 2 years pharmacy experience required.
• 1 year IV or sterile compounding experience preferred.
• Virginia Pharmacy Tech License required; CPhT license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform technician duties of clinical pharmacy care under supervision.
• Demonstrate advanced technical skills and ownership of the work area.
• Fill and deliver medications under supervision of a pharmacist.
• Ensure adequate supplies for continuous patient care.
• Operate pharmacy equipment and maintain quality assurance as per policy.

Skills

Pharmacy experience

IV/ Sterile compounding

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Virginia Pharmacy Tech License

CPhT License

Tools

Epic

Job description

Job Details

City/State Charlottesville, VA Work Shift Rotating Overview: Sentara is hiring an Inpatient IV Pharmacy Technician at Marth Jefferson Hospital $5,000 Sign on Bonus for Qualified Candidates! Location: Charlottesville, VA Status: Full Time (40 hrs/wk) Shift: Rotating/ Primary Days* Hours: 6am-3pm* (occasional evening and overnight coverage) Weekends: Every 3rd Weekend Holiday Rotation *Hours will primarily be day shift between 6am and 3pm but may require availability in the evening or overnight hours to meet pharmacy staffing needs.

Responsibilities

• The Pharmacy Tech II Clinical performs the technician responsibilities of clinical pharmacy care delivery under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist or licensed independent practitioner.
• Demonstrates advanced technical skills and ownership of the work area
• Demonstrates the ability to work independently defined areas of pharmacy practice competently
• Assumes local and/or system responsibility for assigned tasks related to advanced clinical job positions
• Participates in the training of new employees
• Fills and delivers medications under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist/licensed independent practitioner
• Ensures adequate supplies are available for continuous patient care
• Triages and escalates any questions or issues outside the pharmacy technician's scope of practice as needed
• Uses appropriate systems for processing patient information
• Ensures quality assurance is maintained according to departmental and legal requirements
• Operates pharmacy equipment appropriately
• Participates in clinical initiatives to continuously improve patient care
• Training in an advanced Clinical Pharmacy Technician job function
• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned
• A pharmacy technician license is required in the state of practice

Education & Certification

• Education High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)
• Certification/Licensure Virginia Pharmacy Tech License (Required)
• CPhT License (Received through the NHA or PTCB (Required)

Experience

• Experience 2 Years Pharmacy Experience (Required)
• 1 Year IV or Sterile Compounding Experience (Preferred)

Keywords

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Compensation

We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay range for full-time employment is $23.50 - $36.36 hourly. Additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call pay, overtime, shift premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Compensation within the range may vary based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs. Sentara offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; 401(k)/403(b) with employer match; paid time off (vacation, sick time, and holidays); paid parental and military leave; educational assistance or student loan repayment; and voluntary benefits.

Benefits

Caring For Your Family and Your Career

• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
• Emergency Backup Care
• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
• Life Insurance
• 401k/403B with Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance - $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
• Student Debt Pay Down - $10,000
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.

About the Hospital

Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital, located in Charlottesville, VA, is a Magnet status, 176-bed facility featuring all patient-friendly private rooms. Since its founding more than 100 years ago, Sentara Martha Jefferson has constantly evolved to meet the diverse healthcare needs of the patients who trust us with their care. Today, our vision is as clear as it was to our founders. We will continue to set the standard for clinical quality and personalized healthcare services. Our hospital offers specialized care in Cancer Care, Heart and Vascular, Neurology and Neurosurgery (including a Primary Stroke Center), Orthopedics, and Maternity. Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves. In support of our mission to improve health every day, this is a tobacco-free environment. For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states: Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. Sentara Health is a Virginia and Northeastern North Carolina based not-for-profit integrated healthcare provider that has been in business for over 131 years. Offering hundreds of sites of care including 12 hospitals, PACE, home health, hospice, medical groups, imaging services, therapy, outpatient surgery centers, and an 858,000 member health plan. The people of the communities that we serve have nominated Sentara Employer of Choice for over ten years. U.S. News and World Report has recognized Sentara as having the Best Hospitals for 15+ years. Sentara offers professional development and a continued employment philosophy!