Pharmacy Technician II - Medication History Technician

Sentara Healthcare Inc; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

401(k)/403(b) with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital in Charlottesville, VA seeks a qualified Pharmacy Technician to perform technician responsibilities under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist or practitioner. The role emphasizes advanced clinical tasks, independent work, and ensuring continuous patient care.

The position requires a Pharmacy Technician license in the state of practice and at least 2 years of experience.

Qualifications

• Advanced technical skills in clinical pharmacy care delivery.
• Ability to work independently in defined areas of pharmacy practice.
• 2 years of experience in a pharmacy setting is required.

Responsibilities

• Performs technician responsibilities under supervision of a pharmacist or independent practitioner.
• Fills and delivers medications.
• Triages and escalates issues outside the technician scope of practice.
• Ensures adequate supplies for patient care and uses appropriate systems for patient information.

Skills

Advanced clinical pharmacy skills

Independent work capability

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Overview

Performs the technician responsibilities of clinical pharmacy care delivery under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist or licensed independent practitioner.

• Demonstrates advanced technical skills and ownership of the work area
• Demonstrates the ability to work independently defined areas of pharmacy practice competently
• Assumes local and/or system responsibility for assigned tasks related to advanced clinical job positions
• Participates in the training of new employees
• Fills and delivers medications under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist/licensed independent practitioner
• Ensures adequate supplies are available for continuous patient care
• Triages and escalates any questions or issues outside the pharmacy technician's scope of practice as needed
• Uses appropriate systems for processing patient information
• Ensures quality assurance is maintained according to departmental and legal requirements
• Operates pharmacy equipment appropriately
• Participates in clinical initiatives to continuously improve patient care
• Training in an advanced Clinical Pharmacy Technician job function
• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned
• A pharmacy technician license is required in the state of practice

Education

• High School Graduate

Certification/Licensure

Pharmacy Technician license - Pharmacy Technician license valid in state(s) of practice

Experience

• 2 years of experience (required)

We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay range for full-time employment is $23.50 - $36.36 hourly. Additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, on-call pay, overtime, shift premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Compensation within the range may vary based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs.

• medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• 401(k)/403(b) with employer match
• paid time off (vacation, sick time, and holidays)
• paid parental and military leave
• educational assistance or student loan repayment
• voluntary benefits

Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital, located in Charlottesville, VA, is a Magnet status, 176-bed facility featuring all patient-friendly private rooms. Since its founding more than 100 years ago, Sentara Martha Jefferson has constantly evolved to meet the diverse healthcare needs of the patients who trust us with their care. Today, our vision is as clear as it was to our founders. We will continue to set the standard for clinical quality and personalized healthcare services. Our hospital offers specialized care in Cancer Care, Heart and Vascular, Neurology and Neurosurgery (including a Primary Stroke Center), Orthopedics, and Maternity.