Pharmacy Technician III

RXinsider LTD.; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

WakeMed Health & Hospitals in Raleigh, NC seeks a Pharmacy Technician III to support pharmacists in delivering safe and cost-effective pharmacotherapy services. The role involves sterile compounding, regulatory oversight of controlled substances, pediatrics, medication history, patient assistance, and inventory management.

Responsibilities also include training and mentoring staff and leading at least one pharmacy-related project.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; college coursework in pharmacy preferred.
• 7 years pharmacy technician hospital experience required/or specialty area experience as stated.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacists in providing pharmacotherapy services, including sterile compounding and controlled substance oversight.
• Assist with pediatrics, medication history, patient assistance, inventory control, medstation maintenance, unit inspection, packaging, and bedside discharge service.
• Perform quality control and maintain the pharmacy, equipment, and supplies.
• Develop and implement staff competency for technicians or pharmacists; mentor newer staff.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

College Courses Pharmacy

Job description

Overview

The Pharmacy Technician III performs specialized functions necessary to assist pharmacists in providing safe, efficient, friendly and cost-effective pharmacotherapy services. Specialized functions/areas include, but are not limited to the following: sterile compounding, controlled substance oversight, pediatrics, medication history, patient assistance, inventory control, medstation maintenance, unit inspection, packaging, bedside discharge service. Utilizes requisite equipment, non-sterile and/or compounding supplies, and computer systems as appropriate for the procurement, preparation for verification, and/or delivery of medication. Performs quality control procedures and contributes to the maintenance of the pharmacy, equipment, and supplies. Assumes responsibility for at least one pharmacy related project outside of normal job duties determined by supervisor/manager including workflow redesign, performance improvement, safety, quality control, regulatory, administrative, staff development, and technology. Trains and mentors new employees and/or students in the theoretical and operational aspects of procedures and serves as a mentor for less experienced staff. Works with pharmacy leadership to develop & implement 1 staff competency for the technicians, pharmacists or other health care professionals. Performs other duties as assigned.

Department Description

Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org .

EOE

Licensure

Registered with NC Board of Pharmacy Required Certified Pharmacy Technician Required

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent Required College Courses Pharmacy Preferred

Experience

7 Years Pharmacy Tech - Hospital (Inpatient/Acute) Required - Or 7 Years Pharmacy Tech - Hospital (Outpatient) Required - Or 7 Years Pharmacy - Specialty Area Required