Pharmacy Technician II- Jefferson Hospital

Allegheny Health Network; Jefferson Hills (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Pharmacy Technician II to join their team. In this entry-level role, you will provide essential support to pharmacists by processing medication orders, maintaining inventory, and delivering excellent customer service. This position offers a chance to grow within a respected healthcare network while adhering to ethical and legal standards. If you are passionate about pharmacy and looking for a rewarding career in a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Processes medication orders and prepares medications for pharmacist check.
• Maintains pharmacy inventory and provides customer service for prescriptions.

Skills

Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT)

Medication preparation

Customer service

Inventory management

Education

Completion of a pharmacy technician training program

1 year of equivalent experience

Job description

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GENERAL OVERVIEW

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

Responsibilities

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 prescriptions, documenting all required information, handling 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. 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.

Additional Information

This job description indicates the general nature and essential duties of the role but may not include all responsibilities and qualifications.

This role adheres to ethical and legal standards, including HIPAA compliance and confidentiality of sensitive information.

For accommodation requests, contact HR Services Online at [e-mail].

Job Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

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