Pharmacy Tech

MercyOne; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to assist in daily pharmacy operations under pharmacist supervision. duties include preparing medications, handling orders, and delivering prescriptions to patient care areas.

Qualified candidates must be certified as a Pharmacy Technician within 12 months and registered with the Iowa Board of Pharmacy prior to starting. A driving license is required if driving is involved.

Qualifications

• Pharmacy Technician Certification required within 12 months from registration with the Board of Pharmacy.
• Registered with Iowa Board of Pharmacy as a Technician prior to starting employment.
• If employed as a Pharmacy Intern, must be registered with the State of Iowa at time of hire.
• If driving, valid Iowa driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Receives and transcribes new orders and refill authorizations.
• Uses medication orders to locate and pull the appropriate quantity of medication.
• Prepares medication for dispensing and packages orders for delivery.
• Accurately requests refill authorizations from prescribers (or not applicable to I/P Tech).
• Delivers prescription orders to patients or patient care areas under supervision.
• Performs computer data entry and print functions; enters accurate data into the system.

Education

Pharmacy Technician Certification

Iowa Technician Registration

Pharmacy Intern Registration (Iowa)

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description:

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the pharmacist, assists in the day-to-day operations of the pharmacy, including preparation and distribution of medications to patients and patient care areas. Adheres to MercyOne's performance expectations and performs all defined services and other related duties in accordance with the mission, vision and values of MercyOne

Shift: Rotating 8-hour shifts

What you will do

• Receives and transcribes new orders and refill authorizations.
• Uses medication orders to identify, locate and pull appropriate quantity of medication needed.
• Prepares medication for dispensing.
• Packages medication order for delivery.
• Accurately requests refill authorizations from prescribers (or not applicable to I/P Tech).
• Delivers prescription orders to patients or patient care area under the direction of the
• Performs computer data entry and print functions.
• Gathers information required to prepare prescriptions and/or other pharmacy functions.
• Enters accurate and complete data into computer system.
• Verifies and maintains up-to-date information.

Qualifications

• Pharmacy Certified Technician required within 12 months from registration with the Board of Pharmacy.
• Registered with Iowa Board of Pharmacy as a Technician prior to starting employment
• OR as a Pharmacy Intern Registered with the State of Iowa at time of hire
• If driving, valid Iowa driver’s license.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.