Pharmacy Technician I - Providence Hospital

USA Health Systems; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Pharmacy Technician who will ensure efficient medication management and delivery while adhering to established safety and compliance protocols. The candidate must possess the required Alabama state registry and have a commitment to excellent patient interactions in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Registry with the Alabama State Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacy Technician.
• Experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver medications using diverse transport mechanisms under pharmacist directions.
• Maintain orderliness and cleanliness of work areas and report malfunctioning equipment.
• Communicate appropriately with patients and healthcare staff.

Skills

Customer relation skills

Attention to detail

Record maintenance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Completion of an ALBOP approved hospital technician training course

Job description

Overview

USA Health is Transforming Medicine along the Gulf Coast to care for the unique needs of our community.

USA Health is changing how medical care, education and research impact the health of people who live in Mobile and the surrounding area. Our team of doctors, advanced care providers, nurses, therapists and researchers provide the region's most advanced medicine at multiple facilities, campuses, clinics and classrooms. We offer patients convenient access to innovative treatments and advancements that improve the health and overall wellbeing of our community.

Responsibilities

Performs all tasks necessary to prepare and deliver medications using a variety of transport mechanisms under the directions of a pharmacist; fills stat medication orders; prepares medication cart for distribution; operates and maintains equipment and reports malfunctioning or broken equipment; uses PC to access HIS or the Pharmacy Purchasing System; restocks all work areas by transfer of stock or filling of appropriate carts/drawers, including emergency stock; maintains current and adequate medication and supplies; utilizes the correct documentation tools and procedures for all pharmacy functions; maintains accurate and complete records by utilizing the correct documentation tools and procedures for all pharmacy functions and maintaining proper records for all medications and controlled substances dispensed or received; maintains orderliness and cleanliness of work areas, equipment, and supply areas; adheres to current Infection Control and Safety Standards and abides by and enforces all compliance requirements and hospital policies including confidentiality; communicates and uses appropriate customer relation skills with physicians, patients, families and healthcare team in person and via the telephone and the ability to respond to overhead pages; regular and prompt attendance and the ability to work assigned shift including overtime and call; other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent, registry with the Alabama State Board of Pharmacy (ALBOP) as a Pharmacy Technician and completion of an ALBOP approved hospital technician training course within six months of registration per ALBOP requirements. Experience is preferred.