Pharmacy Tech - Retail Pharmacy

St. Tammany Parish Hospital; Blanchard (OK); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Tammany Health System seeks a Pharmacy Technician to perform pharmacy-related functions under the direct supervision of a licensed Pharmacist in the Retail Pharmacy.

The role includes clerical work, recordkeeping, order entry, and assisting with medication dispensing to patients within a health system setting.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Maintain at least 10 ACPE approved education hours per year.
• Louisiana licensure or eligibility to practice as a Pharmacy Technician.

Responsibilities

• Perform pharmacy-related functions under the direct supervision of a licensed Pharmacist.
• Assist the Retail Pharmacy Pharmacist with clerical tasks, recordkeeping, and order entry.
• Assist in medication dispensing functions.

Skills

pharmacy support

clerical tasks

Education

Louisiana Pharmacy Technician License

Louisiana Pharmacy Intern License

PTCB Certification eligibility

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system. We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Job Summary: Performs many pharmacy-related functions under the direct supervision of a licensed Pharmacist and may perform administrative functions of the Retail Pharmacy. Assists the Retail Pharmacy Pharmacist in the clerical, recordkeeping, order entry, and medication dispensing functions.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• State of Louisiana Pharmacy Technician License or State of Louisiana Pharmacy Intern License or State of Louisiana Pharmacy Technician Candidate License with successful completion of the PTCB examination.
• Obtain at least 10 ACPE approved education hours per year.

Physical Demands: Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Lifting at least 50 pounds is required. Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.

Physical Effort required: Constant (67%-100%) - reaching, talking, hearing, seeing Frequently (34%-66%) - carrying, pushing/pulling, stooping, handling/feeling Occasionally (1%-33%) - lifting, balancing

EMPLOYMENT

Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. St. Tammany Health System is a full-service acute care facility that delivers today's life-improving procedures with the latest technology, highest quality and the utmost care to area residents. From wellness and prevention to diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation and recovery, the St. Tammany Health System delivers the very latest technology, the most accomplished specialists and highly personalized, caring staff to ensure patients and their families receive world-class healthcare close to home. St. Tammany Health System is an independent service district in a clinically integrated partnership with Ochsner Health System. Together, the two organizations focus on aligning their healthcare offerings to best serve patients and families in west St. Tammany Parish and surrounding areas.