Pharmacy Technician II - Orlando Health - Health Central Hospital - Full Time

Orlando Health; Ocoee (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Pharmacy Technician to support operational tasks within their pharmacy department. This role involves assisting in medication distribution, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and maintaining high standards of service. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, a valid Pharmacy Technician registration, and 1-4 years of relevant experience. Join a team that values customer service and teamwork, where your contributions will directly impact patient care and safety. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your skills in a supportive environment while making a difference in the community.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma and current Pharmacy Technician registration.
• 1-4 years of experience as a pharmacy technician is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist in medication distribution and pharmacy procedures.
• Maintain compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Skills

Pharmacy Technician procedures

Aseptic techniques

Customer service

Safety regulations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Orlando Health software

Automated dispensing cabinets

Job description

Position Summary

Assists with operational and all distribution responsibilities as they are related to Pharmacy Technician functions including Orlando Health software and hardware systems.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

1. Demonstrates an understanding of safety, emergency, and risk management procedures.
2. Demonstrates an understanding of the hospital mission, personnel policies, philosophy, goals, customer service, and objectives of the Pharmacy and Orlando Health.
3. Demonstrates familiarity with the general duties and processes of the Pharmacy department.
4. Demonstrates the ability to identify and utilize resources and departments for customer service and patient care, based upon need, availability, and responsibility of resources.
5. Demonstrates the ability to operate the equipment required for pharmacy procedures, consistent with operating instructions, safety regulations and policy and procedures.
6. Performs the basic Pharmacy Technician procedures required by the assigned area consistent with scientific principles, policy, and procedures.
7. Performs the basic buyer procedures including drug procurement required by the department and consistent with departmental principles and Orlando Health policies and procedures.
8. Accurately assists the Pharmacist in all duties pertaining to the medication distribution including proper aseptic techniques for admixture of various types of medication (e.g. chemotherapy) and functionally performing tasks / procedures associated with automated dispensing cabinets.
9. Maintains USP 797 standards and other regulatory required documentation.
10. Maintains safe handling and proper disposal requirements.
11. Responsible for special project completion as assigned.
12. Participates in the training of new pharmacy technicians if needed.
13. Maintains advanced expertise in and actively covers technician services in a specialized practice area (e.g. medication history acquisition) depending on the needs of the department.
14. Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
15. Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Education/Training
High school diploma or equivalent.

Licensure/Certification
Maintains current Pharmacy Technician registration with the Florida State Board of Pharmacy.

Experience
Greater than one year up to four (4) years of experience as a pharmacy technician.