Pharmacy Technician II

WakeMed; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Pharmacy Technician II to support pharmacists in delivering exceptional pharmacotherapy services. This role involves specialized functions such as sterile compounding, inventory control, and quality assurance. The technician will also engage in training new staff and managing pharmacy-related projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Join a compassionate team committed to community health and well-being, where your contributions make a significant impact on patient care.

Qualifications

• Registered with NC Board of Pharmacy required within 10 days of hire.
• Certified Pharmacy Technician or equivalent education required.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacists in providing safe and efficient pharmacotherapy services.
• Train new employees and contribute to quality control procedures.

Skills

Sterile Compounding

Controlled Substance Oversight

Medication History

Inventory Control

Quality Control Procedures

Training New Employees

Education

High School Diploma

College Courses in Pharmacy

Tools

Computer Systems for Medication Delivery

Job description

Overview

The Pharmacy Technician II performs specialized functions necessary to assist pharmacists in providing safe, efficient, friendly, and cost-effective pharmacotherapy services. These functions include, but are not limited to: sterile compounding, controlled substance oversight, pediatrics, medication history, patient assistance, inventory control, medstation maintenance, unit inspection, packaging, and bedside discharge service. The technician utilizes appropriate equipment, supplies, and computer systems for procurement, preparation, verification, and delivery of medication. They perform quality control procedures and contribute to maintaining the pharmacy, equipment, and supplies. Additionally, they are responsible for at least one pharmacy-related project outside of normal duties, such as workflow redesign, performance improvement, safety, quality control, regulatory compliance, administrative tasks, staff development, or technology. The technician trains new employees and/or students in procedures and serves as a resource for less experienced staff. Performs other duties as assigned.

Department Description

Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. Committed to improving community health and well-being, WakeMed provides outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org.

Licensure

• Registered with NC Board of Pharmacy required - within 10 days of hire
• Certified Pharmacy Technician required or equivalent education

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• College courses in Pharmacy preferred

Experience

• 3 years hospital pharmacy technician experience (inpatient/outpatient) required
• Or combination of inpatient/outpatient hospital pharmacy technician experience and specialty area experience required
• Or enrollment in an accredited pharmacy school with clinical pharmacy technician experience in a specialty area required