Pharmacy Technician 2 - Inpatient Pharmacy Verde Valley Medical Center

Northern Arizona Healthcare; Minnesota; On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Minnesota is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to perform technical, clerical, and distributive pharmacy functions under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist. The role involves medication preparation, patient care support, and administrative tasks, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Candidates should have a High School Diploma or GED, and relevant certification. Proficiency in computer use is essential in this technological healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• 6 months to 1 year of experience preferred.
• Licensed with AZ State Board of Pharmacy.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic calculations for compounding and order processing.
• Communicates with patient care units for medication distribution.
• Prepares total parenteral nutrition solutions and injectable medications.

Skills

Communication

Basic Calculations

Proficiency in Computer Use

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Performs technical, clerical, and distributive pharmacy functions under the direction of a licensed pharmacist.

Responsibilities

1. Patient Care
   • Performs basic calculations for compounding and order processing with accuracy.
   • Communicates with patient care units to ensure efficient medication distribution.
   • Aseptically prepares total parenteral nutrition solutions, injectable chemotherapy, antibiotics, and other medications for injectable therapy if/when trained.
   • Performs bulk compounding and repackaging activities in accordance with pharmacy guidelines (USP795, USP 800, GS1 Supply Chain Standards, local, state, and federal regulations).
   • Delivers medications to patient care units and processes returns.
   • Processes floor stock including automated distribution and stock carts.
   • Fills unit dose carts or ADM for patient medication distribution.
   • Provides support to pharmacist staff, including filling orders, answering phones, and preparing labels.
   • Restocks pre-hospital care boxes and kits.
2. Administrative
   • Answers and triages phone calls; reviews voicemail messages; maintains/checks emails.
   • Handles ADT (Admission, Discharge, and Transfer) notifications.
   • Processes patient charges and credits.
   • Distributes and processes controlled substances appropriately.
   • Manages wholesale orders to inventory.
   • Assists with technician orientation and training.
   • Maintains knowledge of downtime procedures.
3. Compliance/Safety
   • Reports safety incidents promptly; attends safety training; performs work safely; monitors environment for safety issues.
   • Adheres to regulatory and organizational standards affecting patient care and safety, including hospital and departmental policies.
   • Ensures certifications/licenses are current.
   • Completes mandatory modules and job-specific training on time.
   • Performs station checks regularly.
   • Maintains and enhances knowledge and skills related to pharmacy law and controlled substances.

Qualifications

1. Education: High School Diploma or GED required.
2. Certification & Licensure: Licensed with AZ State Board of Pharmacy; Certified by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board.
3. Experience: 6 months to 1 year preferred.

Note: Proficiency in computer use and basic software is essential due to the technological environment of healthcare.