Pharmacy Tech II

Abrazo Health; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Education opportunities

Health savings account

Job summary

Abrazo Arrowhead Campus Hospital is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to assist in preparing, packaging, delivering, and charging medications under supervision of a licensed pharmacist. Responsibilities include filling meds, stocking inventory, restocking ADCs, and assisting in quality assurance in a fast-paced hospital pharmacy.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED, 2 years of hospital pharmacy experience, and Arizona technician licensure/certification.

Qualifications

• Must work in a fast-paced environment with occasional pressure.
• Basic computer skills required and strong customer service.
• Willing to work in all areas of the pharmacy services as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Accurately fill medication orders with correct strength, dosage form, and quantity.
• Ensure all medications are checked by a pharmacist prior to dispensing.
• Restock ADCs and stock medications in IV room per policy.
• Prepare IV sterile admixture solutions and IV products.
• Complete monthly medication inspections and maintain QA logs.
• Adhere to DEA handling and reporting procedures for controlled substances.
• Deliver medications to patient care areas and assist pharmacists as needed.

Skills

Fast-paced environment

Computer skills

Customer service

Team collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

2 years hospital pharmacy experience

Arizona Pharmacy Technician license/certification

Job description

Overview

Abrazo Arrowhead Campus Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

Benefits

We understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job—you’ll receive a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work‑life balance.

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits: pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long‑term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status.

Job Summary

The individual in this position will assist in preparing, packaging, delivering, and charging of medications under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.

• Fill and label medications
• Stock medications into pharmacy inventory
• Restock automated dispensing cabinets (ADCs)
• Maintain adequate medication stock levels and proper storage of medications
• Deliver medications to patient care areas
• Attend to medication requests and phone calls
• Prepare IV sterile admixture solutions and IV products
• Assist in pharmacy quality assurance activities
• Comply with state and federal regulatory requirements, Joint Commission standards, and Tenet and hospital policies and procedures
• Assist pharmacists in performing various duties as assigned

Responsibilities

• Accurately fill medication orders with correct strength, dosage form, and quantity in a timely manner
• Assure all medications are checked by a pharmacist prior to dispensing
• Respond appropriately to requests for STAT orders, routine orders, department requests, and ADC stock out bulletins
• Refill emergency crash carts, boxes, and kits accurately and timely
• Accurately stock ADCs in a timely manner
• Prepackage and label oral medications and extemporaneous preparations
• Prepare IV sterile admixture solutions and IV products accurately consistent with IV policies and procedures (USP797 and USP800)
• Restock medications in IV room and conform to IV cleaning schedule
• Complete monthly medication inspections as assigned
• Maintain quality assurance logs with proper documentation and notify Supervisor of any deviations from standards
• Adhere to pharmacy technician operational workflow and delivery schedule
• Follow proper process for handling of controlled substances and report any variances to Supervisor or pharmacist‑in‑charge
• Ensure patient accounts are properly charged
• Act under the supervision of facility DEA registrant or other Licensed Independent Practitioners while performing medication management related activities at a remote site commonly owned and operated by the Hospital
• Other duties as assigned

Organization/Work Role

• Prioritizes workload, completes work in a timely manner, and maintains a clean, orderly work environment
• Shares responsibility for ordering and stocking medication and keeping the department clean
• Maintains a calm demeanor during busy or crisis situations
• Utilizes personal protective equipment to protect from exposure to chemical, radiation, and infectious hazards

Professional

• Actively participates in department management by providing input at meetings and reading communication
• Mentors new and less experienced staff and students
• Uses policy and procedure manuals and other reference material to ensure proper course of action

Quality Improvement

• Identifies, proposes solutions, and assists in implementation of ideas for improvement in patient care and departmental / hospital operations
• Participates in successful implementation of change
• Identifies opportunities and implements strategies to decrease waste in medication
• Participates in department QI as requested

Qualifications

• Special Skills:
  • Must be able to work in a fast‑paced environment with occasional periods of above average pressure.
  • Must have basic computer skills.
  • Excellent customer service skills.
  • Must be willing to work in all areas of the pharmacy services as assigned.
  • Effective interpersonal skills and ability to work with team members required.
• Minimum Requirements:
  • Education: High School Diploma or equivalent GED
  • Experience: Two (2) years of hospital pharmacy experience.
  • Licensure/Certification: Licensed in the State of Arizona as a Pharmacy Technician, Pharmacy Technician certification
• Preferred Requirements:
  • Experience: Previous hospital pharmacy experience preferred; IV experience preferred.
  • Good organizational skills, verbal and written communication skills, and basic computer skills preferred.

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