Pharmacy Technician I - Providence Hospital

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

Job summary

USA Health seeks a Pharmacy Technician to support medication preparation and delivery in a dynamic healthcare environment. The role requires a high school diploma, certification with the Alabama Pharmacy Board, and effective communication skills. Join a dedicated team where your contributions promote the health and wellbeing of our community.

Qualifications

• Registry with ALBOP as a Pharmacy Technician required.
• Completion of an ALBOP approved training course within six months.
• Preferred experience in a pharmacy setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver medications under a pharmacist's direction.
• Maintain accurate records of medications and controlled substances.
• Communicate effectively with healthcare teams and patients.

Skills

Communication

Customer Relation Skills

Orderliness

Attention to Detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Registry with the Alabama State Board of Pharmacy (ALBOP)

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis.

EO Employer – minorities/females/veterans/disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.

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.

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.