PHARMACY TECH-CERTIFIED, PHARMACY

SGMC Health Careers; Valdosta (GA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with employer match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee discounts

Life insurance

Student and staff training

Job summary

SGMC Health Careers is seeking a Pharmacy Technician for the Main Campus Pharmacy Department. The role provides technical support across the department, ensuring accurate medication preparation and distribution.

You will participate in training, ongoing education, and quality initiatives to support patient safety and care quality. The position requires Georgia licensure, active registration, and certification, with experience in hospital pharmacy systems such as Epic, Omnicell, and QS1

Qualifications

• Must be licensed/registered with the Georgia Board of Pharmacy and active as a pharmacy technician.
• Pharmacy Technician Registration with the Georgia Board of Pharmacy is required.
• Prior health care, hospital setting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support in the Pharmacy department and related duties.
• Complete at least 20 hours of Continuing Education every two years.
• Assist in training and assessment of new staff and students.

Skills

Independent work

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Georgia Board of Pharmacy registration

Pharmacy Technician Certification

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Epic

Omnicell

QS1

Job description

Description

WHAT IT'S LIKE AT SGMC HEALTH

Purpose

No matter your role or area that you work in, at SGMC Health we are collectively working towards goals that will make our community a better place.

Excellence

We strive to do the right thing the right way, are accountable in all we do, require competence of our people, and are compassionate in our service.

Team Spirit.

We encourage team effort, support personal and professional development, acknowledge individual talents and skills, and support innovation and empowerment.

Award Winning Performance.

We are committed to providing the best care possible and we are proud to be recognized locally, statewide, and nationally for the exceptional care that our staff provides.

WHY YOU WILL LOVE SGMC HEALTH

SGMC has great benefit options, depending on the role that you are going into– including healthcare, supplementary benefits, ways to save for the future, opportunities for career advancement, and opportunities to expand your skill set. Some of these great benefit options are listed below:

• Low Healthcare Insurance Premiums
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee discounts
• Company paid life insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Cancer Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• On-the-job training and skills development
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Employee Assistance Program

JOB LOCATION : Main Campus

DEPARTMENT: PHARMACY

SCHEDULE: Full Time, 7on/7off, Night Shift

POSITION SUMMARY

To provide technical support in the various aspects, functions, and responsibilities of The Department of Pharmacy. Effectively executes all competencies on a regular basis specific to assigned area and location. Successfully completes at least 20 hours of Continuing Educations every two years. Assists in the training, orientation and assessment of New Employees, Interns, Externs and Students. Participates in and completes all Quality Improvement assignments. Plays a significant role in the department’s readiness for DNV Survey.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Must complete all licensure and/or registration requirements with the State of Georgia Board of Pharmacy and be in active status as a pharmacy technician prior to employment
• High school graduate or completed a high school equivalence course is preferred.
• Pharmacy Technician Registration by the Georgia Board of Pharmacy required.
• Pharmacy Technician Certification on file with the Georgia Board of Pharmacy required.
• Prior health care experience, particularly in a hospital setting preferred.
• The Pharmacy technician will be required to complete a six-week training program and then be able to demonstrate efficiency in typing, preparation of aseptic solutions, preparation of medication and medication batches, and must have knowledge of inpatient and outpatient drug distribution systems (Epic, Omnicell, QS1), and be able to work mathematical calculations accurately.
• Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide pharmacy services appropriate to the age of the patient’s served.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span.
• Must be able to assess and interpret data about the patient’s status in order to identify each patient’s age specific needs and provide the care needed by our patient groups (i.e., neonate, pediatric, adolescent and/or geriatric).
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision while managing multiple priorities.
• Possesses a current and valid certification from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board with status dependent upon annual certification and proof of validation from the Board.

WORKING CONDITIONS - ADA INFORMATION

Considerable physical effort, for example, constant standing or walking with periods of concentration. Concentration on physician orders, prescriptions, or reports is required. Some medium to heavy lifting. Considerable mental effort required with the ability to work in a confined, high-stress environment. Ability to work closely with others is required. Comfortable conditions with the possibility of irregular schedules including weekends, exposure to certain levels of stress and subject to injury limited to minor burns, cuts, or bruises. Possible exposure to hazardous material.

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