Pharmacy Technician I - UH Pharmacy - University Hospital

USA Health; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

USA Health in Mobile, AL seeks a Pharmacy Technician to join our pharmacy team. You will dispense and package medications under the supervision of the on-duty pharmacist and ensure compliance with licensing and safety standards.

Responsibilities include assisting patients, reporting incidents, participating in improvement programs, and pursuing ongoing education. A high school diploma and Alabama ALBOP registration are required, with eligibility for benefits at >20 hours per week.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• PHRMTECH-R registration with the Alabama State Board of Pharmacy (ALBOP) is required.
• Comparable education and experience may substitute for the above requirements.

Responsibilities

• Report misconduct to Compliance Officer.
• Represent the pharmacy professionally to patients.
• Dispense and package medications under the on-duty pharmacist.
• Ensure compliance with licensure and laws; observe best practices.
• Assist in resolving patient concerns and complaints.
• Take on-call responsibilities per pharmacy guidelines.
• Report product incidents as required by policy.
• Participate in Performance Improvement program.
• Participate in pharmacy committees and in-service education.
• Pursue continuing education appropriate to job responsibilities and certification requirements.
• Other duties as assigned by Pharmacist.
• Some duties require pharmacist judgment (e.g., verbal prescriptions, certification, order-entry verification).

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

PHRMTECH-R ALBOP (Registered Pharmacy Technician)

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 provides 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 well-being of our community.

Responsibilities

• Report any misconduct, suspicious or unethical activities to the Compliance Officer.
• Represent the pharmacy in a professional and courteous manner in all interactions with patients.
• Dispense and package medications under the direction of the on-duty pharmacist.
• Ensure compliance with all licensure and federal, state, and local laws and regulations; observe the pharmacy's policies on "best practices".
• Assist in resolving patient concerns and complaints.
• Assume on-call responsibilities in accordance with pharmacy guidelines.
• Report product incidents as required in accordance with pharmacy policy.
• Participate in surveys conducted by authorized inspection agencies.
• Participate in the pharmacy's Performance Improvement program as requested by the Performance Improvement Coordinator.
• Participate in pharmacy committees when requested.
• Participate in in-service education programs provided by the pharmacy.
• Pursue continuing education programs appropriate to job responsibilities and certification requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Pharmacist.
• The following functions require the professional judgment of a pharmacist and may not be performed by a pharmacy technician:
  • Acceptance of verbal prescriptions.
  • Certification of filled prescriptions.
  • Entry of orders into the computer system without verification by pharmacist.
• Completes all mandatory department, educational and hospital requirements
• Adheres to current Infection Control and Safety Standards
• Regular and prompt attendance
• Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required
• Related duties as assigned

Additional Information

Employees must be in a regular position, working 20 hours or more per week (.50 FTE or greater) to qualify for benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent Required
• PHRMTECH-R - Registered Pharmacy Technician with the Alabama State Board of Pharmacy (ALBOP) Required
• Comparable combination of education and experience may substitute for the above requirements.

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.