Pharmacy Tech-Certified

Samaritan Health Services; Newport (OR); On-site; USD 38,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Samaritan Health Services is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to assist pharmacists in preparing and labeling medications under supervision, supporting a high-paced pharmacy team.

The role requires a high school diploma, Oregon technician licensure or enrollment as an intern, and completion of related coursework preferred. Pre-employment drug screening is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One of the following: Current unencumbered Certified Oregon Pharmacy Technician license or enrolled PharmD student with Oregon Board of Pharmacy Intern license.
• Medical Pharmacy Technician course preferred.
• All offers contingent upon passing pre-employment drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Assists pharmacists in medication preparation and labeling activities under supervision.

Skills

Communication

Computer literacy

Customer service

Mathematics

Time management

Clerical

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Oregon Pharmacy Technician License

PharmD intern license (Oregon)

Job description

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE

Assists pharmacists in medication preparation and labeling activities. Performs a broad range of technical support functions under the supervision of a registered pharmacist.

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

The Pharmacy teams at Samaritan Health Services are staffed by the area's leading experts on thousands of medications and make decisions that help optimize a patient’s drug therapy.

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One (1) of the following required:
• Current unencumbered Certified Oregon Pharmacy Technician License.
• Currently enrolled first year PharmD student in good standing with an accredited pharmacy school and current unencumbered Oregon Board of Pharmacy Intern license.
• Successful completion of Medical Pharmacy Technician course preferred.
• All job offers are contingent upon the candidate passing a pre-employment/post offer drug screen.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Communication - Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues. Ability to perform group presentations and listen to and understand complex information and ideas.
• Computer Literacy - Knowledge of electronic equipment and computer hardware, software, and applications. Ability to operate applications, enter data, and process information.
• Customer Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
• Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
• Time Management - Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to complete within required time frames and to follow-up on pending issues. Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast-paced environments and under pressure.
• Clerical - Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Rarely (1 - 10% of the time)
• (11 - 33% of the time)
• LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0\"-36\") 40 - 60 Lbs
• LIFT (Knee to chest: 24\"-54\") 20 - 40 Lbs
• LIFT (Knee to chest: 24\"-54\") 40 - 60 Lbs
• CARRY 2-handed, 40 - 60 pounds
• SQUAT Static (hold >30 sec)
• KNEEL (on knees)
• PUSH (40 - 60 pounds force)
• PULL (40 - 60 pounds force)
• WALK - LEVEL SURFACE
• LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0\"-36\") 0 - 20 Lbs
• LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0\"-36\") 20 - 40 Lbs
• LIFT (Knee to chest: 24\"-54\") 0 - 20 Lbs
• CARRY 2-handed, 20 - 40 pounds
• SQUAT Repetitive
• BEND FORWARD at waist
• PUSH (0 - 20 pounds force)
• PUSH (20 - 40 pounds force)
• PULL (0 - 20 pounds force)
• PULL (20 - 40 pounds force)
• SIT
• STAND
• CLIMB - STAIRS
• LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54\") 0 - 20 Lbs
• LIFT (Overhead: 54\" and above) 0 - 20 Lbs
• CARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
• CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
• ROTATE TRUNK Sitting
• ROTATE TRUNK Standing
• REACH - Upward
• PINCH Fingers
• GRASP Hand/Fist
• REACH - Forward
• MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wrists
• FINGER DEXTERITY