Pharmacy Technician

Hospice Of Hope, Inc; Maysville (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Hospice Of Hope, Inc. is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to work under the supervision of a pharmacist. You will assist with measuring, counting, packaging, labeling, and delivering medications for pharmacist review while managing inventory and EMR data entry.

You’ll deliver exceptional service to patients, families, and staff, coordinate medication deliveries, and support clerical tasks. The role requires a high school diploma, pharmacy experience or strong office skills, and certification

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent required.
• Pharmacy experience and general office skills preferred.
• Pharmacy technician certification required or obtained within first year of employment.
• Personal qualities of empathy, responsibility and dependability; good communication with team, clients, and families.
• Must lift at least 20 pounds and follow safety protocols.
• Must have valid driver's license and ability to travel to facilities/homes.

Responsibilities

• Assist in measuring, counting, packaging, labeling and delivery of medications for review by licensed pharmacist.
• Manage medication inventory and enter data into EMR.
• Provide exceptional customer service to patients, families and staff.
• Coordinate delivery of medications with staff and assist pharmacist with clerical duties.
• Answer and screen phone calls; maintain clean and sterile work environment per state regulations.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Dependability

Teamwork

Customer service

Attention to detail

Education

HS diploma

Tools

EMR system

Job description

The Pharmacy Technician, under the direction and supervision of the pharmacist, assists in measuring, counting, packaging, and labeling and delivery of medications for review by the licensed pharmacist. Manages inventory, enters data into EMR and provides exceptional customer service to patients, families and staff. Coordinates delivery of medications with staff and assists the Pharmacist with clerical duties, answers and screens phone calls. Maintains clean and sterile work environment in compliance with state regulations.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required, pharmacy experience and general office skills, general knowledge of inventory of medications and supplies preferred.
• Pharmacy Technician Certification required or obtained within first year of employment.
• Personal qualities of empathy, responsibility and dependability. Must demonstrate effective communication skills with team members, clients, and family members. Must have ability to accept supervision and follow instructions.
• Must demonstrate proper use of personal protective equipment and observe universal precautions. Must be able to lift at least 20 pounds using proper body mechanics.
• Must arrange travel and be able to access facilities/homes independently. Must carry state minimum in automobile liability insurance. Valid driver's license required.