Pharmacy Technician Certified

Riverside Regional Medical Center; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Regional Medical Center in Newport News, Virginia is seeking a Pharmacy Technician II to support pharmacists in dispensing, labeling, and floor requisitions. You will perform automation fill tasks accurately and participate in preparation for regulatory accreditations while maintaining HIPAA compliance and patient confidentiality.

The role requires at least 2 years of pharmacy technician experience, preferably in a hospital setting, with strong math, terminology, and computer skills.

Qualifications

• Program Graduate, Pharmacy Technician Training program or equivalent (preferred).
• 2 years experience as Pharmacy Technician (required).
• 2 years experience in a hospital/health system setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacists in dispensing functions (prescriptions, matching labels, filling floor requisitions).
• Perform automation fill functions accurately and timely.
• Participate in pharmacy preparation for accreditations (Federal, State, DNV, specialty).
• Provide customer service excellence by addressing customer needs and ensuring satisfaction.
• Comply with HIPAA and departmental policies; maintain patient confidentiality.
• Support inventory management and drug security; follow USP 797/800/795 as required.
• Maintain required certifications and licenses; participate in staff meetings.

Skills

Medical Terminology

Pharmacy terminology

Pharmacy law and regulation

Pharmacy automation

Pharmacy computer systems

Customer service

Verbal communication

Prioritization

Attention to detail

Education

Pharmacy Technician Training program or equivalent

Tools

Pharmacy computer systems

Job description

Newport News, VirginiaHiring Range$21.30 - $27.68/Hourly Actual pay is determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, skills, internal equity, and business needs.OverviewPharmacy Technician II assists in various activities in the pharmacy not requiring the professional judgment of a pharmacist and performs pharmacy related duties in compliance with department policies and procedures. Demonstrates and maintains competency in all technician tasks and functions and is responsible for the oversight of select areas/functions in the department as designated. Arranges sequence and timing of work to meet normal and variable work requirements and provides technical support in any or all of the following pharmacy functions.What you will doPerforms automation fill functions accurately and timely.Participates in pharmacy preparation for Federal, State, DNV, specialty pharmacy accreditations . Compliant with all applicable law, regulation and regulatory requirements related to practice setting.Assists pharmacists in dispensing functions (prescriptions, matching labels, and filling floor requisitions).Provides customer service excellence by addressing the customers' needs regardless of assignment. Demonstrates respect, concern and empathy for the spiritual, cultural, emotional and information needs of patients, customers and co-workers. Follows up with customers to ensure needs are met.Works within RHS's policies and procedures. Complies with all HIPAA requirements.Monitors/supports departmental productivity to meet the needs of the department i.e. flexing hours, shift changes and time off. Demonstrates compliance with RHS time and attendance policy.Participates in inventory management and drug security.Demonstrates and maintains competency in all assigned technician tasks/functions for assigned practice setting.If required in practice setting, completes all compounding in compliance with USP 797, USP 800 and/or USP 795.Completes all required training. Maintains required certifications and licenses. Attends staff meetings, huddle.QualificationsEducationProgram Graduate, Pharmacy Technician Training program or equivalent (Preferred)Experience2 years Experience as Pharmacy Technician (Required)2 years Pharmacy Technician in practice area (e.g. Hospital, Retail, Specialty) (Preferred)Skills and AbilitiesMedical TerminologyPrescription drug and over-the-counter knowledgeBasic math skills, including pharmaceutical calculationsPharmacy law and regulationBasic pharmacy workflowPharmacy automationPharmacy computer systemsStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to prioritizeExcellent customer service skillsLicenses and CertificationsRegistered Pharmacy Technician - Virginia Department of Health Professions (VDHP) Pharmacy Technician Upon Hire(Required)Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) PTCB or ExCPT Upon Hire(Required)To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers.