Pharmacy Technician Certified - Oncology - Tricom

Roper St Francis Healthcare; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical & dental coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Roper St. Francis Healthcare seeks a certified Pharmacy Technician to assist pharmacists in preparing medications for inpatient and outpatient services. You will handle prescription entry, labeling, stocking, and dispensing with attention to safety and accuracy.

The role involves maintaining EMR systems, supporting insurance claims processing, and training new staff. Candidates with SC licensure, ExCPT/PTCB certification, and 3+ years outpatient experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• ExCPT or PTCB certification required or preferred; licensure/registration as a Pharmacy Technician per state rules.
• Experience in inpatient hospital, outpatient, or ambulatory pharmacy settings preferred.
• Strong accuracy in prescription processing, labeling, and medication preparation.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacist in preparing medications for inpatient and outpatient service areas.
• Enter and retrieve prescription data in electronic systems; support patient billing with accurate charges.
• Prepare and label medications; stock drugs and count/pour for dispensing by pharmacists.
• Operate hardware/robotics for drug dispensing; stock cabinets and transport meds to off-site sites.
• Support in training new technicians and student precepting; participate in quality improvement.
• Contribute to outpatient insurance claims processing and ensure safe work environment.

Skills

ExCPT Certification

Outpatient pharmacy experience

Pharmacy computer systems

Medication prep and dispensing

Education

High School Diploma or GED

ASHP/ACPE tech training program

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EMR)

Robotic dispensing systems

Job description

Thank you for considering a career at Roper St. Francis Healthcare!

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Work Shift:

Days (United States of America)

HOURS:

Monday - Thursday 9:00am - 5:00pm, Friday 9:00am - 1:00pm

*Prefer SC Pharmacy Technician License, State or National certification, and 3 or more years of outpatient pharmacy experience

Reports to Title:

Pharmacy Supervisor, Manager, or Director

Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

Under general supervision, assist the pharmacist in processing of medication orders by selecting, assembling, and preparing medications to be dispensed for inpatient (acute care; hospital) and/or outpatient (ambulatory; retail; home infusion) services. The Certified Pharmacy Technician will have a variety of job responsibilities within the pharmacy that may encompass various activities.

Essential Job Functions

• *Assisting the pharmacist in preparation of medications for patients within an inpatient (acute care; hospital) and/or outpatient (ambulatory; retail; home infusion) service area. Functions include, accepting new written, faxed or electronic prescription orders from a prescriber or a prescriber's agent; accepting new verbal prescription orders for non-controlled drugs from a prescriber or a prescriber's agent as authorized by state law and responsible pharmacist authorization.
• *Entering information into and retrieving information from an electronic health record or prescription processing computer system. Ensuring the accurate charge and credit functions related to medication orders are processed for patient billing.
• *Preparing and affixing labels; stocking prescription drugs and retrieving those drugs from inventory locations; counting and pouring drugs into containers prior to dispensing by a pharmacist; performing non-sterile drug compounding as defined under guidelines published by United States Pharmacopeia
• *Stocking automated drug dispensing cabinets, floor stock, and crash carts; Transport of medications by vehicle to off‑site locations. Operating technology used for drug dispensing (robotics)
• *As permitted by state law/regulations: Accepting verbal refill authorizations for dangerous drugs that are not controlled substances from a prescriber or the prescriber's agent, so long as there is no change from the original prescription and clarifying prescriptions when no professional judgment is needed; Sending or receiving copies of non‑controlled prescriptions (i.e.. Prescription transfers). Technician checking of associate technician work prior to dispensing.
• *Assisting in the education and precepting of new pharmacy technicians, pharmacy students and participation in performance improvement activities.
• *Outpatient: Packaging and selling a prescription drug to a patient or patient representative and assisting with insurance claim processing. Performing diagnostic laboratory testing as defined in state laws/guidelines.
• *Inpatient/Home infusion: Performing sterile drug compounding as defined under guidelines published by United States Pharmacopeia and infection‑control procedures
• *Assist in maintaining a clean and safe work environment. Other functions as outlined, and in accordance with, respective State Board of Pharmacy rules and regulations.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. Pharmacy Technicians may practice at the top of their respective State Licensing Board Regulations.

Licensing/Certification

ExCPT Certification provided by the National Health Career Association or Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) certification and registration with State Board of Pharmacy (required)

Education

High School Diploma or GED (required)

Completion of ASHP/ACPE tech training program - or - pharmacy technician training via Armed Forces/Veterans Affairs - or respective state department approved career tech high school program (preferred)

Work Experience

Previous experience working in Retail, Ambulatory, Outpatient, Hospital, Acute Care, or Home Infusion pharmacy (preferred)

Training

None

Language

None

Patient Population

Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.

• Neonates (0-4 weeks)
• Infant (1-12 months)
• Pediatrics (1-12 years)
• Adolescents (13-17 years)
• Adults (18-64 years)
• Geriatrics (65 years and older)

Working Conditions

Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur
May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights
May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids*
May have periods of constant interruptions

* Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.

Physical Requirements

Lifting/Carrying (0-50 lbs.) 1-33%
Lifting/Carrying (50-100 lbs.) 0%
Push/Pull (0-50 lbs.) 1-33%
Push/Pull (50-100 lbs.) 0%
Stoop/Kneel 1-33%
Crawling 0%
Climbing 0%
Balance 0%
Bending 1-33%
Sitting 1-33%
Walking 34-66%%
Standing 67-100%%

Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards

Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)
Perform shift work
Hear alarms/telephone/audio recorder
Reach above shoulder
Repetitive arm/hand movements
Finger Dexterity
Color Vision
Acuity - near

Hazards

Use of latex products
Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents
Exposure to moving mechanical parts
Exposure to dust/fumes

Skills

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
Stocking Medications
Mathematically Proficient
Point of Sale Equipment Operation
Processing Prescriptions
Dispensing Prescriptions
Robotic Dispensing Systems
Prioritization
Performance Improvement
Packaging Medications
Insurance Claim Processing
Compounding Medications
Attention to Detail
Customer Service
Problem Solving
Active Listening
Verbal Communication
Written Communication
Professional Judgement
Diagnostic Testing
Medication Transport

Roper St. Francis Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Roper St. Francis Healthcare teammate, you're part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being - personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, and short- and long-term disability
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department:

RSFH Pharmacy Activity - Special Oncology NC - RSFH Oncology - Dept of BSSF

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail].