Pharmacy Technician/Intern

Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, located in Salt Lake City, UT, seeks a Pharmacy Technician to support patient care in the Orthopaedic Center. This part-time, on-site role involves assisting the pharmacist, managing supplies, and solving operational issues to ensure smooth department function.

Qualified candidates hold current Utah Pharmacy Technician licensure. The position may involve standing for long periods and lifting up to 20 pounds; email [e-mail] for

Qualifications

• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined.
• Provide care appropriate to the population served.
• Familiarity with medical terminology.
• May determine options from a variety of pre-established departmental policies and procedures, but cannot act outside of these unless authorized to do so by a Pharmacist.
• May vary work routines according to patient care priorities.
• Major problems encountered include screening for medication order errors and reconciling billing and administration records.
• Performing the essential duties may involve standing for extended periods and lifting up to 20 pounds.
• Knowledge and ability to perform mathematical calculations for extemporaneous compounding and special dose preparation.

Responsibilities

• Assists the pharmacist in tasks associated with patient care.
• Effectively manages supplies of the department.
• Problem solves operational issues within the department.

Skills

Patient care

Supply management

Problem solving

Medical terminology

Mathematical calculations

Job description

Overview

As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission.

Corporate Overview: The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Assists the pharmacist in tasks associated with patient care.
• Effectively manages supplies of the department.
• Problem solves operational issues within the department.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
• Ability to provide care appropriate to the population served.
• Familiarity with medical terminology.
• May determine options from a variety of pre-established departmental policies and procedures, but cannot act outside of these unless authorized to do so by a Pharmacist.
• May vary work routines according to patient care priorities.
• Major problems encountered by incumbents include first line screening for medication order errors, drug or allergy contraindications, and processing non-formulary drug requests.
• Challenges encountered may include problem solving for operation and maintenance of all automated systems in the Pharmacy Department.
• Performing the essential duties of this position may involve standing for extended periods of time and/or handling heavy or bulky supply containers.
• Knowledge and ability to perform mathematical calculations for extemporaneous compounding and special dose preparation, rectifying drug distribution errors, reconciling billing and administration records, etc.

Qualifications

Licenses Required

• Current Pharmacy Technician licensure in the State of Utah.

Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation. This position involves light work that may exert up to 20 pounds and may consistently require light work involving lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling or otherwise moving objects. This position involves standing for extended periods of time and is not exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

Physical Requirements

Non Indicated

Multi-lingual Candidates Welcomed

To inquire about this posting, email: [e-mail]

EEO Statement

University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patient populations.

All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, please contact the University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources office at 801‑581‑6500. If you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/. Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu.

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at 801‑581‑6500 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post‑retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at 801‑366‑7770 or 800‑695‑4877 or Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at 801‑581‑6500 if you have questions regarding the post‑retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

Requisition Number: 84715. Reg/Temp: Regular. Employment Type: Part‑Time. Shift: Day. Work Schedule: WEEKDAYS (flexible), NO NIGHTS, WEEKENDS OR HOLIDAYS. Clinical/Non-Clinical Status: Clinical. Location Name: Orthopaedic Center. Workplace Set Up: On-site. City: SALT LAKE CITY. State: UT. Department: UOC RET 40A RETAIL PHARMACY. Category: Pharmacy. Workplace Set Up: On-site.