Pharmacy Technician - Infusion | Bemidji - Full Time

Sanford Health; Bemidji (MN); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health, a leading not-for-profit health system, seeks a dedicated pharmacy technician for its infusion pharmacy team. This role involves supporting cancer center and home infusion patients through tasks including sterile compounding and medication preparation. Ideal candidates will possess a pharmacy technician registration and have a keen attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or general education diploma (GED) required.
• Must be at least 18 years old for first-time registration as a technician.
• Must complete pharmacy technician training within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and compound sterile medications under pharmacist supervision.
• Assist with medication preparation, labeling, and compliance maintenance.
• Manage inventory levels and support billing functions.

Skills

Sterile compounding

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or GED

Active/current pharmacy technician registration

Tools

Pharmacy software

Job description

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We’re proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.

Work Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

32 Salary Range: $19.50 - $25.50

Union Position:

No

Department Details

We are seeking a dedicated pharmacy technician to join our infusion pharmacy team, supporting both cancer center and home infusion patients. This 32-hour/week, Monday–Friday role includes sterile compounding using aseptic techniques in a cleanroom environment, assisting pharmacists with medication preparation and labeling, and maintaining compliance with USP / standards. The technician will also prepare home infusion orders for delivery and assist with Automated Dispensing Cabinets (ADCs) and other specialized tasks as assigned.

Prior experience in sterile compounding and a current pharmacy technician license are preferred, but we are willing to train the right candidate.

Summary

Prepare medications under the direction of a pharmacist. May measure, mix, count out, label, and record amounts and dosages of medications according to prescription orders.

Job Description

In a retail/community pharmacy setting, the Pharmacy Technician duties consist of assisting pharmacists in compounding, preparing and dispensing medical prescriptions to the public after receiving information from customers or patients according to written/faxed prescriptions. Maintains proper storage and security conditions for drugs; ensures that equipment is functioning properly and assists in resolution of equipment maintenance and repair; controls inventory stock level and timeline to ensure adequate supplies. Assists with billing related functions. May assist with departmental quality assurance and other customer- or patient-focused services with oversight from supervisory staff; assists in the creation and maintenance of a safe working environment and conditions that adhere to state laws and regulations. Requires use of and proficiency in multiple computer programs.

In a medical center or institutional setting, the Pharmacy Technician duties consist of unit dose dispensing, IV admixtures, compounding and automated dispensing devices. Ensures that equipment is functioning properly and assists in resolution of equipment maintenance and repair. Responsible for assisting the pharmacist in the provision of pharmaceutical care to the patients of Sanford by following established regulations, standards and practices (including the preparation of IV admixtures). Must possess the skills necessary to understand written policies and procedures, perform various functions under the supervision of a registered pharmacist and participate in departmental problem-solving when needed. Must demonstrate good written and verbal communication skills and be able to learn and utilize new technology as the profession of pharmacy evolves. Assists with billing related functions. May assist with departmental quality assurance and other customer- or patient-focused services with oversight from supervisory staff; assists in the creation and maintenance of a safe working environment and conditions that adhere to state laws and regulations. Requires use of and proficiency in multiple computer programs.

The Pharmacy Technician position is located in different work environments and duties may vary based upon location or setting; also depending on location, there may be an overlap of retail/inpatient responsibilities.

Qualifications

High School graduate or general education diploma (GED) required.

Minnesota: As of January 1, 2012 any individual registering for the first time as a technician needs to be 18 years of age or older. Must have active/current pharmacy technician registration with the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy. For new technician registrants, the individual must complete a Sanford provided (or equivalent) pharmacy technician training program within 12 months of registration with the board.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

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