Pharmacy Technician, PRN, As Needed

Mercy; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Pharmacy Technician for its Inpatient Pharmacy at Mercy Hospital South in St. Louis. The role involves assisting pharmacists with medication preparation and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates will have strong technical skills and a commitment to patient care.

Qualifications

• 1-year relevant pharmacy experience preferred for Tech I.
• Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) required for Tech II.

Responsibilities

• Assists pharmacists in preparing, compounding, and dispensing medications.
• Follows applicable standards and regulations for patient safety.

Skills

Knowledge of pharmacy equipment

Proficiency with pharmacy automation technology

Troubleshooting skills

Ability to work under time constraints

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

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Location

Mercy Hospital South

10010 Kennerly Road

St Louis, MO 63128

Inpatient Pharmacy

Schedule/Hours:

PRN, As Needed

Hours will vary based on department needs

Overview:

The Pharmacy Technician assists pharmacists in preparing, compounding, and dispensing medications and are accountable to the supervising pharmacist who is legally responsible for the care and safety of the patients served by the pharmacy. The Pharmacy Technician follows applicable standards and federal, state & local laws and regulations for the care and safety of the customers and patients served.

Qualifications:

Tech I:

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalence exam.
• Licensure: Actively registered, in good standing, with the Missouri Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacy Technician or willing to submit application for registration by first day of work. This includes submitting fingerprints for FBI background check.
• Experience: 1-year relevant pharmacy experience preferred but not required.
• Other: Successfully complete pharmacy department orientation.
• Skills and Abilities:
  • Demonstrates advanced knowledge and use of all equipment; robotic dispensing equipment and automated dispensing cabinets as appropriate.
  • Demonstrates proficiency with the operation of pharmacy automation technology systems and workflow management.
  • Ability to perform initial trouble shooting for automated pharmacy technology and associated software.
  • Ability to work under time constraints.

Tech II:

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalence exam.
• Licensure: Actively registered, in good standing, with the Missouri Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacy Technician or willing to submit application for registration by first day of work. This includes submitting fingerprints for FBI background check.
• Experience: 1-year relevant pharmacy experience required; 2 years preferred.
• Certifications: Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB).
• Skills and Abilities:
  • Demonstrates advanced knowledge and use of all equipment; robotic dispensing equipment and automated dispensing cabinets as appropriate.
  • Demonstrates proficiency with the operation of pharmacy automation technology systems and workflow management.
  • Ability to perform initial trouble shooting for automated pharmacy technology and associated software.
  • Ability to work under time constraints. &nbs