Pharmacy Technician in Training

Samaritan Health Services; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Samaritan Medical Center is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to support the pharmacy team in dispensing medications, maintaining inventory, and ensuring compliance with Joint Commission standards.

The role requires effective communication, familiarity with Meditech/Omnicell, and a goal to obtain Pharmacy Technician Certification within one year of hire. Oregon-based position with 80 hours per pay period.

Qualifications

• At least one year of pharmacy work experience desired.
• Preference for candidates pursuing Pharmacy Technician Certification within 1 year.
• NYs registration and sterile compounding certificate required for IV room work.

Responsibilities

• Assist the pharmacist in the preparation, dispensing and/or distribution of medications.
• Maintain department policies and procedures and Joint Commission standards.
• Perform inventory control including stock rotation and audits.
• Enter medication charges accurately in the system.
• Operate Meditech and Omnicell systems and troubleshoot issues as needed.
• Maintain IV room certification responsibilities and related cleaning duties.
• Provide outstanding customer service to internal and external customers.
• Perform duties in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.

Skills

Pharmacy experience

Customer service

Meditech

Omnicell

Inventory control

IV room duties

Education

Pharmacy Technician Certification (in progress)

NYS registration

Sterile compounding certificate

Tools

Meditech

Omnicell

Job description

Samaritan Medical Center is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to support the pharmacy team in dispensing medications, maintaining inventory, and ensuring compliance with Joint Commission standards.

The role requires effective communication, familiarity with Meditech/Omnicell, and a goal to obtain Pharmacy Technician Certification within one year of hire. Oregon-based position with 80 hours per pay period.