Pharmacy Technician 2, Full Time, 11am - 7:30pm

Jackson Health System; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson Memorial Hospital in Miami, FL is seeking a Pharmacy Technician 2 for a full-time 11:00am–7:30pm shift under the supervision of licensed pharmacists. This role involves compounding, distribution and dispensing of medications and supplies, including sterile and non-sterile preparations, and may include training Pharmacy Technician 1.

The position requires 3–5 years of related experience, a high school diploma, and an RPT license with CPHT or PSI certification.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of pharmacy tech experience.
• Registered Pharmacy Technician license (RPT) and CPHT or PSI license/certification required.
• Strong analytical, communication, and accuracy skills.
• Ability to work under supervision of pharmacists in sterile and non-sterile compounding.

Responsibilities

• Replenishes automated drug distribution machines following policy.
• Troubleshoots equipment issues related to distribution machines.
• Performs sterile and non-sterile compounding for hospital units.
• Ensures adherence to sterile procedures and proper labeling.
• Inputs data into the hospital's clinical information system.
• Monitors stock levels and coordinates supply with users.
• Dispatches medications following established procedures where needed.
• Performs extemporaneously compounding and prepackaging under supervision.
• May train or coach Pharmacy Technician 1 as needed.
• Demonstrates CARE values and professional conduct.
• Performs other related duties.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Stress management

Follow instructions

Pharmacy software

Tech proficiency

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Pharmacy information system

Sterile compounding equipment

Job description

Miami, FL Full-Time JMH IP & Infusion Pharmacy Svc

Pharmacy Technician 2

Jackson Memorial Hospital

Full Time, 11am - 7:30pm

Summary

Pharmacy Technician 2 is under the direct supervision of licensed pharmacists, performs a variety of complex tasks which require a great degree of skills and knowledge of technical pharmaceutical and practices, policies, and procedures of the pharmacy. Provides a high level of assistance in compounding (sterile and non- sterile preparations), distribution and dispensing of medication and other pharmaceutical supplies including but not limited to ointments, powders, and suspensions. May assist in training, coaching and counseling Pharmacy Technician 1.

Responsibilities

• Replenishes automated drug distribution machines following a standard procedure established by policy.
• Troubleshoots for problems related to the operation of the automated drug distribution machines.
• Performs substantially all sterile solution operations in a pharmacy which serves numerous units in the hospital.
• Assures adherence to sterile procedures, care of equipment, uses correct labeling materials and techniques required during sterilization procedures, schedules sterilization of bottles, and performance of standard assays on all completed solutions.
• Assures that all quality related procedures are followed.
• Inputs information into the Hospital's inpatient pharmacy clinical information management system as requested.
• Determines whether pharmacy stock is at acceptable levels, and coordinates supply and demand for products with users.
• For areas not served by point of care automated dispensing equipment, assures that required medications and supplies are dispensed following established procedures.
• Performs extemporaneously compounding and prepackaging under the guidelines of pharmacy policy, and under the supervision, and check of a licensed pharmacist.
• May serve as preceptor to train, coach, and counsel Pharmacy Technician 1 so they are able to efficiently and effectively perform their duties. Follows all established procedures to assure the quality and security of the medication assets.
• Enters data into the computer system specialized to that activity.
• Demonstrates behaviors of service excellence and CARE values (Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Expertise).
• Performs all other related job duties as assigned.

Experience

• Generally requires 3 to 5 years of related experience.

Education

• High School diploma is required.

Skill

• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work accurately while meeting multiple deadlines.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
• Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with critical thinking and professional composure.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions.
• Knowledge and skill in use of job appropriate technology and software applications.
• Must meet and maintain current all unit specific and organizational skills/competencies, certifications/licensures, as required by the clinical area.

Credentials

• Must hold a Registered Pharmacy Technician license (RPT) and be CPHT certified or hold a Pharmacist Intern license (PSI).
• Specialty certification is preferred.

Jackson Health System is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law