Pharmacy Technician II - Retail

PeaceHealth; Longview (WA); On-site; USD 33,599 - 46,025; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403b retirement plan

Wellness benefits

Discount program

Expanded EAP and mental health program

Job summary

PeaceHealth is seeking a Pharmacy Technician II for a Per Diem/Relief Day position in Longview, Washington. This role involves assisting pharmacists, preparing medications, and maintaining accurate records.

Ideal candidates will possess a High School Diploma, certification as a Pharmacy Technician, and experience in a hospital pharmacy. Strong customer service and math skills are essential, as well as the ability to work under stress in a team environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of an accredited pharmacy technician program essential.
• At least 1 year of hospital pharmacy experience preferred.
• Certified Pharmacy Technician credentials required.

Responsibilities

• Assist licensed pharmacists in providing pharmaceutical care.
• Prepare and package medications under pharmacist supervision.
• Maintain inventory records and inspect meds for outdates.
• Promote safety and keep work areas clean.

Skills

Customer service skill

Mathematical skill

Organizational skills

Collaborative ability

Stress management

Education

High School Diploma

Pharmacy Technician accreditation

Certified Pharmacy Technician - National

Certified Pharmacy Tech - Washington

Tools

Pharmacy computer systems

Microsoft Excel

Work software

Job description

PeaceHealth is seeking a Pharmacy Technician II - Retail for a Per Diem/Relief Day position.

The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $24.39 - $33.41.

This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. There may be more than one opening on this posting.

Job Summary

Continuously exemplifies the mission, values and customer service philosophy of PeaceHealth in job performance and in relationships to others. Performs technical job functions that assist the pharmacists in providing pharmaceutical care. Job functions are product related.

Details of the Position

• All work must be performed and checked under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist.
• May prepare IV's, PCA's, Epidurals and labels all IV products.
• May prepare chemotherapeutic intravenous medications as requested to include any hazardous drugs as defined by USP 800.
• May package drugs into unit dose packaging and maintains packaging records.
• May run fill-lists and prepares medications for Cubies and Pyxis stations.
• Delivers medications and IV's to patient care areas.
• Delivers controlled substances to patient care areas, takes controlled substance physical inventories and reconciles substance inventory counts.
• May file completed prescriptions alphabetically on the shelf for patient pickup.
• May answer the outpatient window and ring out refills when specifically requested to do so by a pharmacist where no counseling is deemed necessary if applicable.
• May fill outpatient prescriptions for pharmacist checking. This function is performed under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist and the accuracy of the prescription contents is checked and initialed by a licensed pharmacist.
• May operate cash register and related front counter tasks if applicable.
• Reconstitutes medication by adding a specific quantity of distilled water requiring no calculation. In 100% of the cases, the accuracy of the technician is check and the work is initialed by a licensed pharmacist.
• Handles nonprofessional phone calls from patients, provider offices and staff.
• May enter outpatient prescriptions into the computer and prepare labels for medications to be checked by the pharmacist.
• May keypunch patient charges and credits.
• May purchase medications from suppliers, checks in the order, processes invoices, credits and backorders. Restocks medications on the shelves as needed.
• Inspects medications for outdates in patient care area Pyxis stations on a monthly basis and in central pharmacy as assigned.
• Participates in quality improvement activities as requested by management.
• Participates in educational in-services as requested by management.
• Promotes a safety-conscious work environment.
• Maintains assigned work areas and equipment in clean and orderly condition.
• Must pass and be competent on all practical and written IV competencies assigned by Pharmacy leadership. Must work a minimum frequency of shifts preparing IV admixtures as defined by departmental leadership to maintain competencies.
• Must demonstrate expert skill and ability during IV video IV audits.
• Must pass written and video competencies assigned by Pharmacy leadership.
• Must adhere to all Sterile Competency Policies and Procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What You Bring

• High School Diploma Required or equivalent and
• Accredited Program Required: Pharmacy Technician from a Pharmacy Commission-approved technician training program
• Minimum of 1 year Preferred: experience in hospital pharmacy utilizing unit dose, IV admixtures and pharmacy computer systems and
• Preferred: Experience with Excel and Work
• Required: Certified Pharmacy Technician - National and
• Required: Certified Pharmacy Tech - Washington

Skills

• Demonstrable customer service skill. (Required)
• Demonstrable mathematical skill. (Required)
• Ability to plan, prioritize and organize workflow in a dynamic and sometimes chaotic environment. (Required)
• Ability to take suggestions, corrections and directions from the pharmacist. (Required)
• Ability to work cohesively and collaboratively with other healthcare team members. (Required)
• Ability to work under stressful conditions. (Required)

Department / Location Specific Notes

• Based on business need including travel to off-site locations, may require current unrestricted Driver License.

Working Conditions

• Ability to move around area with occasional sitting.
• Occasional squatting/ kneeling/ bending.
• Fine motor skills to be able to grasp to perform precise procedures frequently.
• Frequent reaching.
• Lift/Carry: Occasionally up to 30 lbs.
• Push/Pull: Occasionally up to 14 lbs. force.
• Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals.
• Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).
• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall well‑being of our caregivers. The benefits included in positions less than 0.5 FTE are a 403b retirement plan for caregiver contributions, wellness benefits, discount program, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility.

For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application.

EEO: affirmative action employer/root/disabled in accordance with applicable local, state, or federal laws.

For additional information or questions, please email Alexis Dress with Job ID#125294 at [e-mail].