Pharmacy Technician Apprentice / Pharmacy / Flexible Scheduling

Catawba Valley Health System; North Carolina; On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Catawba Valley Medical Center in North Carolina seeks a Pharmacy Technician to support the storage, preparation and delivery of medications. This entry-level role emphasizes accuracy, organization and compliance with pharmacy procedures.

Candidates should have a High School diploma and be enrolled in a Pharmacy Technician program; basic computer applications training is preferred. Training and on-the-job experience will bring proficiency within a few months.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• Enrollment in an approved Pharmacy Technician course.
• Basic computer applications training preferred.
• Formal technical or vocational training toward CPhT certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs administrative and support functions relating to the storage, preparation and delivery of pharmaceutical products.

Skills

Algebra proficiency

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma

Pharmacy Technician course enrollment

CPhT certification training (planned)

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary of Performance Expectations

Performs a variety of administrative and support functions relating to the storage, preparation and delivery of pharmaceutical products.

Required: Education & Credentials

High School diploma. Proficiency in algebra; enrollment in an approved Pharmacy Technician course.

Preferred

Basic computer applications training. Formal technical or vocational training leading towards certification as a CPhT.

Required: Work Experience

No experience required. Given training and on-the-job experience, incumbent should be proficient in the basic aspects of the job within three months of employment date.

About Us

About Catawba Valley Medical Center

As the region’s largest not-for-profit community hospital, we exist to heal and comfort patients, to promote and foster a healthier community, and to ensure access to healthcare to all who need it - regardless of ability to pay. With a wide array of medical specialties, our skilled nurses and providers are trained to treat virtually any type of injury or illness, providing high-quality, easily accessible healthcare close to home.

Comprehensive, Accessible Healthcare Services in the Catawba Valley

Our mission: Exceptional Healthcare. Every Person. Every Time.

At A Glance

• Region’s only level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
• Women’s Choice Award winner for America’s Best 100 Hospitals for Patient Experience for six consecutive years
• American College of Surgeons Accredited Comprehensive Community Cancer Center

High Level of Technical Care from Medical Experts

Catawba Valley Medical Center offers a wide range of services from experienced medical specialists capable of addressing virtually any healthcare concern. Our current hospital holds 258 beds and serves the five-county Hickory area. Through our skilled medical practitioners and our highly trained staff, we strive to provide the highest level of medical expertise using the latest, state-of-the-art technology available.

One of our goals at Catawba Valley Medical Center is to provide seamless care between your primary care provider and our hospital. Being a part of a vast healthcare network allows for easier and more efficient communication between local physicians, medical specialists and our hospital. No one should have to travel far for the expert level medical treatment they need. We work with a plethora of medical specialists capable of diagnosing, treating and operating on a wide variety of conditions.