Pharmacy Technician (Broughton Hospital)

State of North Carolina; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

State of North Carolina's Dept of Health and Human Services, Broughton Hospital, is seeking a full‑time Pharmacy Technician (S) for the second shift to accurately process and prepare physicians' medication orders in both the hospital and outpatient clinic settings.

You will support medication distribution, maintain and troubleshoot pharmacy automation systems, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards under the supervision of a licensed Pharmacist.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Pharmacy Technician program.
• High school diploma or GED with one year of pharmacy-related experience.

Responsibilities

• Process and prepare physicians' medication orders in pharmacy and clinic settings.
• Support medication distribution and assist with pharmacy automation systems.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards under supervision of a Pharmacist.
• Work the second shift from 12:00 to 21:00 with rotating weekends/holidays.

Skills

Pharmacy tech experience

Medication preparation

Education

Accredited Pharmacy Technician program

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

Agency

Dept of Health and Human Services

Division

Broughton Hospital

Job Classification Title

Pharmacy Technician (S)

Position Number

60044983

Grade

MH03

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.

Description of Work

Broughton Hospital is seeking a full-time second shift Pharmacy Technician. In this role, you will provide technical pharmacy services by accurately processing and preparing physicians' medication orders in both pharmacy and outpatient clinic settings. Responsibilities include supporting medication distribution, maintaining and troubleshooting pharmacy automation systems, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. All work is performed under the supervision of a licensed Pharmacist.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Recruitment Range: $34,066.00 - $51,099.00

Salary Range: $34,066.00 - $51,099.00

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.

The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Experience in providing technical skills in a pharmacy setting (i.e., preparing medication for dispensing
• Completion of an accredited Pharmacy Technician program

Management Preferences:

• Hold a current Pharmacy Technician Certification or one or more years of pharmacy related experience.

This position is designated as mandatory and must report or stay over during adverse weather events.

Work Schedule is 12 noon to 9pm weekdays with rotating weekends and holidays from 8am to 4pm

ABOUT THE FACILITY

Broughton Hospital is one of the three regional psychiatric hospitals with statutory responsibility for operating as part of the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities (DSOHF). With the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, we provide help and support to North Carolinians, and their families, experiencing mental illness. Our hospital serves the western thirty-seven (37) counties of North Carolina, as part of the state's system of care and treatment for persons with mental illness.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities are subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks. Also, the use of tobacco products of any kind, including vapor products, is prohibited from our campuses. All employees are required to adhere to the facility's Vaccination Policy.

To be considered for employment, an applicant must be in good standing with the Health Care Personnel Registry and other licensing boards/agencies.

VETERAN'S AND NATIONAL GUARD PREFERENCE

Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their application.

Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.

Applicants who are former member of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.

ADA ACCOMMODATION

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DHHS will ensure that people with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided with reasonable accommodation. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Completion of an accredited nine-month Pharmacy Technician program;

OR

High school diploma or General Educational Development diploma and one year of pharmacy-related experience;

OR

an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Some positions may require certification as a Pharmacy Technician.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.