Pharmacy Technician II- Casual- Jefferson Hospital

Allegheny Health Network; Jefferson Hills (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Pharmacy Technician II to provide essential support in medication preparation and customer service at Jefferson Hospital. This role involves processing medication orders, maintaining inventory, and ensuring compliance with pharmacy policies. Candidates should have completed a pharmacy technician training program or possess equivalent experience, along with the necessary certification. Join a team that values ethical standards and strives for excellence in patient care.

Qualifications

• Completion of pharmacy technician training program or 1 year equivalent experience.
• Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT) required by 1/1/2024.

Responsibilities

• Process medication orders and prepare medications for pharmacist check.
• Maintain pharmacy inventory and provide excellent customer service.

Skills

Customer Service

Medication Preparation

Inventory Management

Pharmacy Computer Systems

Education

Pharmacy Technician Training Program

Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT)

Job description

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GENERAL OVERVIEW
Provides distributive pharmacy services, assistance, and support for the registered pharmacist.

1. Processes medication orders including computer order entry, medication preparation, and assembles all items prior to pharmacist final check. (25%)
2. Maintains pharmacy inventory and supplies according to established policies and procedures, including inspection of assigned areas and use of pharmacy computer systems. (25%)
3. Provides customer service by taking patient’s prescriptions, documenting all required information, handling all customer interactions courteously and efficiently, and releasing medications as per policy/procedure. (25%)
4. Outpatient Techs validate Medicaid, Medicare, or commercial insurance drug coverage, ensure adjudication is complete, address error messages, handle cash, prepare deposits, and accounting reports.
5. Inpatient Techs compound, stock, repackage, and batch from bulk medications. Prepare routine patient orders for IV pharmaceuticals, including compounding, preparation, and labeling of IV admixtures such as antibiotics, solutions, irrigations, narcotics, parenteral nutrition, and chemotherapy. (25%)
6. Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

Qualifications

Required

• Completion of a pharmacy technician training program or 1 year of equivalent experience.
• Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT). Incumbents as of April 9, 2023, must achieve CPhT by 1/1/2024.

Preferred

• 1 year of pharmacy experience in the respective area.

Disclaimer: The job description indicates the general nature and essential duties of the role. It may not include all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications.

Compliance: This role adheres to ethical, legal, and behavioral standards, including HIPAA and data security policies. Employees must comply with applicable laws, company policies, and the Code of Business Conduct. The company prohibits discrimination based on protected categories and strives for website accessibility. For accommodations, contact HR Services at [e-mail].