Pharmacy Technician, 7 on 7 off, Overnight

Davita Inc.; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization seeks dedicated Pharmacy Technicians for full-time roles at Mercy Hospital South in St. Louis. This position involves supporting pharmacists in medication preparation and dispensing while ensuring patient care and safety. Candidates should possess a High School Diploma and be registered with the Missouri Board of Pharmacy. Opportunities for professional development and comprehensive benefits await those who join this compassionate team.

Benefits

Comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Employer-matched retirement funds

Qualifications

• Active registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the Missouri Board of Pharmacy required.
• 1-year relevant pharmacy experience for Tech I; 2 years for Tech II preferred.
• CPhT certification needed for Tech II.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacists in preparing, compounding, and dispensing medications.
• Accountable to the supervising pharmacist for patient care and safety.
• Follow applicable laws and regulations for pharmacy operations.

Skills

Advanced knowledge of equipment

Proficiency in pharmacy automation

Troubleshooting for pharmacy technology

Ability to work under time constraints

Education

High School Diploma or equivalence

Job description

We're a Little Different

Our mission is clear. We bring to life a healing ministry through our compassionate care and exceptional service.

At Mercy, we believe in careers that match the unique gifts of unique individuals - careers that not only make the most of your skills and talents, but also your heart. Join us and discover why Modern Healthcare Magazine named us in its "Top 100 Places to Work."

Location

Mercy Hospital South

10010 Kennerly Rd

Saint Louis,Missouri63128

Inpatient Pharmacy

Hours/Schedule

Full-time, 36-hrs per week

7 on/7 off

Nights

8:00pm-7:00am

Overview:

The Pharmacy Technician assists pharmacists in preparing, compounding, and dispensing medications and are accountable to the supervising pharmacist who is legally responsible for the care and safety of the patients served by the pharmacy. The Pharmacy Technician follows applicable standards and federal, state & local laws and regulations for the care and safety of the customers and patients served.

Qualifications:

Tech I:

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalence exam.
• Licensure: Actively registered, in good standing, with the Missouri Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacy Technician or willing to submit application for registration by first day of work. This includes submitting fingerprints for FBI background check.
• Experience: 1-year relevant pharmacy experience preferred but not required.
• Other: Successfully complete pharmacy department orientation.
• Skills and Abilities:
  • Demonstrates advanced knowledge and use of all equipment; robotic dispensing equipment and automated dispensing cabinets as appropriate.
  • Demonstrates proficiency with the operation of pharmacy automation technology systems and workflow management.
  • Ability to perform initial trouble shooting for automated pharmacy technology and associated software.
  • Ability to work under time constraints.

Tech II:

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalence exam.
• Licensure: Actively registered, in good standing, with the Missouri Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacy Technician or willing to submit application for registration by first day of work. This includes submitting fingerprints for FBI background check.
• Experience: 1-year relevant pharmacy experience required; 2 years preferred.
• Certifications: Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB).
• Skills and Abilities:
  • Demonstrates advanced knowledge and use of all equipment; robotic dispensing equipment and automated dispensing cabinets as appropriate.
  • Demonstrates proficiency with the operation of pharmacy automation technology systems and workflow management.
  • Ability to perform initial trouble shooting for automated pharmacy technology and associated software.
  • Ability to work under time constraints.

We Offer Great Benefits:

Day-one comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage, PTO, tuition reimbursement and employer-matched retirement funds are just a few of the great benefits offered to eligible co-workers, including those working 32 hours or more per pay period!

We're bringing to life a healing ministry through compassionate care.

At Mercy, our supportive community will be behind you every step of your day, especially the tough ones. You will have opportunities to pioneer new models of care and transform the health care experience through advanced technology and innovative procedures. We're expanding to help our communities grow. Join us and be a part of it all.

What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy?

Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand with us. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. We're also collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care - that's just part of our commitment. If that sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.

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