Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) PRN, Acute

Lifepoint Health; Somerset, Northern (KY, KY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Loan assistance

401(k) with company match

Free gym membership

Virtual care services

Mental health services

Job summary

Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is seeking a Pharmacy Technician for a PRN role in Somerset, KY. The technician will assist the registered pharmacist, refill automated dispensing systems, and prepare orders while maintaining inventory.

The ideal candidate has a High School Diploma or equivalent, CPhT with Kentucky registration, and certification within 6 months. Institutional experience is preferred; ability to work under pressure is essential.

Qualifications

• CPhT credential with Kentucky registration required.
• PTCB or ICPT certification must be achieved within 6 months of hire.
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Institutional pharmacy or medical experience preferred.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision in a stressful environment.

Responsibilities

• Refills and maintains automated dispensing systems.
• Fills medication carts daily.
• Prepares orders and maintains pharmacy department inventory.
• Repackages bulk medications.
• Reads and transcribes physicians' orders with basic English.
• Communicates with patients and partners under stressful conditions.
• Uses basic computer systems.

Skills

Customer service

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CPhT certification

Kentucky Board of Pharmacy registration

PTCB or ICPT certification

Job description

Schedule: PRN | Vary

Who We Are:

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is a modern, state-of-the-art 295-bed acute care facility, offering an advanced neurosurgery program with Spine Center accreditation amongst other specialty services.

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Where We Are:

The City of Somerset blends southern hospitality with abundant recreational opportunities including a 65,000-acre lake with 1,200 miles of shoreline. Somerset is host to nationally recognized, high quality performing and visual arts, concerts and other special events to the community.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

Position Summary:

Provides distributive pharmacy services, assistance and support for the registered pharmacist.

• Refills and maintains automated dispensing systems.
• Fills medication carts on a daily basis.
• Prepares orders and maintains inventory for the pharmacy department.
• Repackages bulk medications.
• Reads and writes Basic English with the basic skills necessary to transcribe physician's orders
• Ability to listen, empathize and respond to patient, family, internal and external partners needs
• Ability to work under stressful situations.
• Knowledge of universal precaution and isolation standards
• Basic computer skills

What we are looking for:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent Preferred
• Proof of current CPhT standing and Kentucky Board of Pharmacy Registration Required;
• Successful completion of the National Certification Examination by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or the Institute for the Certification of Pharmacy Technician (ICPT) required 6 months from date of hire/transfer;
• Institutional pharmacy or medical experience Preferred
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

EOC Statement:

Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.