Pharmacy Technician (PRN) - Multiple Locations

Iberia Comprehensive Community Health Center; New Iberia (LA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Iberia Comprehensive Community Health Center seeks a PRN Pharmacy Technician to join its pharmacy team serving Acadiana locations (New Iberia, Abbeville, St. Martinville, Lafayette).

Under the Pharmacy Director’s supervision, you will process and fill prescriptions, assist the pharmacist, monitor patient profiles, invoices and inventory, and help keep the department running efficiently. Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent, complete an approved technician program, complete

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and completion of an approved pharmacy technician program.
• Evidence of at least 600 hours of practical experience under a pharmacist preceptor.
• Successfully complete and pass a board-approved technician examination.
• Active pharmacy technician license in good standing.
• Maintenance of continuing education hours.

Responsibilities

• Process and fill prescription orders under the supervision of a registered pharmacist.
• Assist the pharmacist in professional services delivery.
• Monitor patient profiles, records, invoices, and inventory levels for efficiency.
• Support pharmacy operations under the Pharmacy Director.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Multitasking

Customer service

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Structured pharmacy technician program

600 hours practical experience

Board-approved technician examination

Active pharmacy technician license

Continuing education (CE) requirements

Job description

ABOUT IBERIA COMPREHENSIVE HEALTH CENTER:

Iberia Comprehensive Community Health Center (ICCHC) and its satellite health centers are the leading providers of primary health care services in the communities we serve, including individuals who are both insured and uninsured. ICCHC provides multi-disciplinary, comprehensive health care services, including pharmacy services. Our pharmacy department provides medication, healthcare equipment, vaccinations, medical supplies, and other medical services to patients in our service areas.

ICCHC is currently seeking a PRN Pharmacy Technician for its Acadiana locations (New Iberia, Abbeville, St. Martinville, and Lafayette).

GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT:

The Pharmacy Technician operates under the direct supervision of the Pharmacy Director and is responsible for performing the administrative and service-based duties that keep our customers satisfied. The ideal candidate for this position is detail-oriented, able to multitask, and enjoys working with customers.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Pharmacy Technician is a member of the pharmacy team. This position is responsible for processing and filling prescription orders under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist. They provide assistance to the pharmacist in the performance and delivery of professional services. They monitor patient profiles, records, invoices, and inventory levels to ensure that the pharmacy is running at optimal efficiency.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. EDUCATION: To work as a Pharmacy Technician one must have a high school diploma or its equivalent. A pharmacy technician must have successfully completed a board-approved structured program for pharmacy technician education and training. The technician must demonstrate evidence of at least 600 hours of practical experience under the supervision of a pharmacist preceptor. The technician must also have successfully completed and passed a board-approved technician examination. He/she must also acquire the minimum yearly requirements of continuing education hours. These CE's must be maintained and available in the pharmacy. The pharmacy technician will therefore have an active pharmacy technician license and be in good standing with the board of pharmacy.

1. TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: This position requires the ability to ensure the efficient operation of the Pharmacy Department.

1. JOB KNOWLEDGE: One must have knowledge of the various aspects of pharmacy operations. The job requires good computer and mathematical skills. One must also demonstrate good ethical judgment in investigating and resolving problems.

1. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Working is primarily sedentary. Large amounts of time may be spent reading or using PC. Frequent local and national travels.