Pharmacy Technician III- Downtown

MUSC Health & Medical University of SC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) in Washington, DC area seeks a Pharmacy Technician III to assist a registered pharmacist with dispensing prescriptions, verifying orders, and maintaining supplies. The role includes data entry, labeling, and light clerical duties.

Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment are essential. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED with 1 year of experience, active SCBOP registration and PTCB certification, and at

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, with 1 year of experience.
• Current registration as a Pharmacy Technician by SCBOP and national PTCB certification required.
• At least 2 years of pharmacy technician experience; sterile compounding preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist a registered pharmacist with dispensing prescriptions and related processes.
• Collect, input, and verify prescription, refill, and patient information; ensure accuracy.
• Receive and stock incoming supplies and may prepare labels or routine prepacked orders.

Education

High school diploma or GED

PTCB certification (Pharmacy Technician Certification)

Job description

Job Description Summary

Job Description Summary The Pharmacy Technician III assists a registered pharmacist with support activities and processes required to dispense medical prescriptions. Collects, inputs, and verifies prescription, refill, and patient information. Receives and stocks incoming supplies. May prepare labels and routine prepacked orders. May be expected to perform some clerical duties relating to the department.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC000904 COL - Pharmacy (DMC)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-23

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Job Description

Entity/Organization: MUHA (Medical University Hospital Authority/Medical Center)

FLSA Status: Hourly

Hours Per Week:

Job Description/Summary: The Pharmacy Technician III assists a registered pharmacist with support activities and processes required to dispense medical prescriptions. Collects, inputs, and verifies prescription, refill, and patient information. Receives and stocks incoming supplies. May prepare labels and routine prepacked orders. May be expected to perform some clerical duties relating to the department.

Minimum Training and Education

High school diploma or equivalent (GED) with 1 year experience.

Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations

Current registration as a Pharmacy Technician by the State of South Carolina Board of Pharmacy (SCBOP), and national certification by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) is required and must be maintained. At least 2 years of pharmacy technician experience and experience in sterile compounding preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform job functions while standing. (Frequent)
• Ability to perform job functions while sitting. (Frequent)
• Ability to perform job functions while walking. (Frequent)
• Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent)
• Ability to work indoors. (Continuous)
• Ability to work from elevated areas. (Frequent)
• Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent)
• Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent)
• Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent)
• Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent)
• Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent)
• Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent)
• Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous)
• Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous)
• Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous)
• Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs. unassisted. (Infrequent)
• Ability to lift/lower objects 15 lbs. from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted. (Infrequent)
• Ability to lift from 36 inches to overhead 15 lbs. (Infrequent)
• Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous)
• Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand or at a distance. (Continuous)
• Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous)
• *(Selected Positions) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous)
• Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous)
• Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous)
• Ability to work in a latex safe environment. (Continuous)
• *Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Frequent)
• *(Selected Positions) *Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Frequent)
• *(Selected Positions) *Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required. (Continuous) (Selected Positions)*

Additional Job Description

Education: High School Degree or Equivalent Work Experience: 2 years.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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