Pharmacy Technician II

aah; Meadowview (NC); On-site; USD 47,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a pharmacy technician for the Lexington Medical Center Pharmacy. The role supports pharmacists in preparing medication orders, maintaining stock, and delivering services in patient care areas.

Four 10-hour shifts per week, 0700–1700, with holiday rotation and weekend coverage. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, PTCB/NHA CPhT certification, and NC Board of Pharmacy registration within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• PTCB/NHA technician certification (CPhT) required.
• North Carolina Board of Pharmacy registration required within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacists in preparing and processing medication orders to ensure correct medications for patients and departments.
• Organize daily tasks for efficiency and work well with teammates.
• Maintain stock levels and ensure drugs and supplies are available and in good condition.
• Provide pharmacy services in patient care areas.
• Support quality improvement efforts and adhere to department objectives.
• Keep knowledge current and participate in staff education.

Skills

Math skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Basic computing

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CPhT certification (PTCB/NHA)

NC Pharmacy registration

Job description

Department: 38410 Lexington Medical Center - Pharmacy

Status: Full time

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Hours Per Week: 40

Schedule Details/Additional Information: Four 10 hour shifts per week, every 4th weekend, 0700-1700 only, holiday rotation

Pay Range: $22.90 - $34.35

Position Highlights

• Full-Time, Days
• Four 10 hour shifts per week, every 4th weekend, 0700-1700 only, holiday rotation
• Lexington Medical Center Campus
• $6,000 sign-on bonus eligible position for qualified candidates!

How You'll Impact Patient Care

• Help pharmacists prepare and process medication orders to make sure patients and departments get the right medications on time and are charged correctly.
• Works well with others and organizes daily tasks for maximum efficiency.
• Helps keep medicine stock in good condition so that quality drugs and supplies are always available.
• Offers pharmacy services in patient care areas.
• Take part in team efforts to improve quality and support the Pharmacy Department's commitment to Total Quality principles.
• Keeps knowledge and skills up to date and helps educate others.
• Set personal goals to support quality improvement and departmental objectives.
• Follows hospital standards to create a positive work environment through good communication, relationships, and teamwork.
• Provides care tailored to different age groups as per Age Specific Care Guidelines.

What You Will Need

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• PTCB/NHA technician certification (CPhT) required.
• North Carolina Board of Pharmacy registration as a pharmacy technician required within 30 days of hire.

Nice To Have (Not Required)

• Successful completion of a formal technician training program preferred.
• One-year previous pharmacy experience preferred.
• Associate degree in a healthcare or business-related field preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Good mathematics skills.
• Attention to details.
• Good communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer skills.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.
• Frequent fine motor motion of hands and wrists to operate keyboard and manipulate syringes.
• Lifts, carries, and/or pushes/pulls various items (bags, boxes, carts, etc.) while utilizing proper technique.
• Will be frequently required to lift to 35 lbs., lift and carry up to 35 lbs. at waist height a reasonable distance, push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.
• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, bend, kneel, climb, twist, crawl and reach above shoulders.
• Must have functional speech, vision, touch, and hearing.
• May be exposed to chemical hazards.
• May be exposed to chemical and hazardous waste as well as blood and body fluids and communicable disease. Therefore, protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary.

Our Commitment to You

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more - so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

CompensationBase compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training

Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job

Incentive pay for select positions

Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and morePaid Time Off programs

Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses

Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave

Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs

Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.;)

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million p