Pharmacy Tech II - Ambulatory & Inpatient (Sign-On Bonus)

UNMHSCHS; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus Available

Job summary

UNMHSCHS is seeking a Pharmacy Technician I/II to support inpatient and outpatient operations at the hospital Pharmacy. Responsibilities include answering phones, triaging requests, delivering replenishments, and entering patient information into the pharmacy management system.

The technician will work under a licensed pharmacist, handle sterile and non-sterile tasks, maintain narcotic logs, and participate in medication safety audits while supporting shifting schedules.

Qualifications

• High School or GED equivalent required.
• Training required.
• Complete Hospital Pharm Tech Training or Equiv.
• 1 year directly related experience.
• Certified Pharmacy Technician in NM w/in 60 days.
• National Board Pharmacy Technician Certification w/in 60 days.
• Bilingual English/Keres, Tewa, Tiwa, Towa, Zuni, or Navajo bilingual English/Spanish (nonessential).

Responsibilities

• DATA - Enter various data into computer and forms, verify data, make corrections and ensure accuracy.
• INVENTORY - Order medications from wholesaler and put order on pharmacy shelf when received.
• MAINTENANCE - Assist with the implementation and maintenance of software and hardware associated with Pyxis, RxRobot, Optifill and other departmental systems.
• MEETINGS - Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations.
• PATIENT ASSIST PROG - Maintain and monitor patient assistance program to include procuring medication for UNM Hospitals indigent patients.
• PHARMACY PRACTICE - Assist in various technical activities associated with the preparation and distribution of medications.
• PHARMACY PRACTICE - Have basic understanding of pharmacology and basic knowledge of appropriate pharmacy references.
• PHARMACY PRACTICE - Know medical and pharmaceutical terminology, symbols, and abbreviations used in the practice of pharmacy.
• PHARMACY PRACTICE - Understand federal and state laws and regulations that affect pharmacy practice.
• RECORDS - Maintain logs to include narcotic inventory and other controlled substance records.
• OUTPT - Fill medication with correct drug, dose, and dosage form.
• OUTPT - Learn and become efficient with the pharmacy management system to enter patient information.

Education

High School or GED Equivalent

Training

Complete Hospital Pharm Tech Training or Equiv

Job description

UNMHSCHS is seeking a Pharmacy Technician I/II to support inpatient and outpatient operations at the hospital Pharmacy. Responsibilities include answering phones, triaging requests, delivering replenishments, and entering patient information into the pharmacy management system.

The technician will work under a licensed pharmacist, handle sterile and non-sterile tasks, maintain narcotic logs, and participate in medication safety audits while supporting shifting schedules.