Pharmacy Technician ProTech

Skagit Regional Health; Mount Vernon (WA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 59,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement plan (457b/401a)

Long term disability

Paid time off

Sick time pay

Job summary

Skagit Regional Health is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to support pharmacotherapy delivery at Skagit Valley Hospital. The role may float to other departments and requires accurate medication preparation, documentation, and professional patient interaction.

The position involves per diem hours, variable schedule, and potential overtime, adhering to state regulations and hospital policies. A valid WA Pharmacy Technician certification is required or preferred, with Sterile Compounding experience

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; Pharmacy Technician training preferred.
• Current Washington State Pharmacy Technician certification required; CPhT preferred.
• Twelve months in hospital setting preferred; sterile compounding experience valued.

Responsibilities

• Maintain records and documentation for medication activity and dispensing.
• Prepare and dispense medications and sterile products, including hazardous drugs.
• Deliver and restock medications to patient care areas in a timely manner.
• Manage automated dispensing devices and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Document all medication transactions accurately and report any diversion.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Customer service

Analytical skills

Education

Pharmacy Technician training

Tools

Automated Dispensing Cabinet (ADC)

Job description

Department: Pharmacy SVH
Exempt: No
Schedule: VARIABLE
Position Type: Per Diem
FTE: 0.000001
Base Wage $29.42 to $42.72
Location: Skagit Valley Hospital

The information described in this job description has been designed to indicate the general nature of the work performed. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Job Summary

The information described in this job description has been designed to indicate the general nature of the work performed. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Provides support to the pharmacist in delivery of pharmaceutical care in compliance with all Federal/State laws and regulations. Works effectively and cooperatively within the workplace. Location/Department specific tasks and competencies may apply. This position may float to other departments in support of organization needs.

Essential Functions

Maintain accurate records and documentation related to all medication activity, including, but not limited to purchasing, inventory, preparation, distribution, administration, charging, waste, and / or return. Accurately prepare and dispense medications and Sterile Products, including Hazardous Drugs, that are safe for patients of Skagit Regional Health. Clean pharmacy equipment, utensils and work areas. Perform routine inspections of medication areas, and ensure all medications are appropriate for patient use. Deliver and restock medications and related supplies to appropriate patient care area in a timely manner, and consistent with Skagit Regional Health policies. Maintain operational knowledge to accurately refill and manage Automated Dispensing Devices. Consistently and accurately document all medication transactions and ensure all medication dispensations are consistent with regulatory requirements and Skagit Regional Health policies. Ability to account for all medication distributions, and only distribute medications, under the supervision of Pharmacist on duty. Immediately report all potential, or suspected, medication diversion to Pharmacy Management. Must provide excellent customer service and maintain patient focused care and display professional and positive attitude during every interaction. Gather patients’ medication history through direct interaction with patients, patients’ families, retail pharmacies, and other healthcare providers. Ability to adhere to posted schedule, which may include overtime, weekends, holidays and extended shifts. Actively engage in organizational and departmental initiatives. Attend and actively participate in all department, team and/or committee meetings. Complete all learning requirements when assigned and within the assigned date. Maintain current licensure and/or certification as required. Proactively develop and maintain skills relevant to providing high quality patient care and regulatory compliance. Promptly report regulatory deficiencies, with supporting evidence, to Pharmacy Management. Other relevant duties as assigned by management or supervising Pharmacists, may include hazardous medication transport other SRH departments/locations. Operates a motorized vehicle in a professional and respectful manner, being careful to obey all traffic laws, consistent with the laws of Washington State. Maintain knowledge of, and comply with, all Skagit Regional Health policies and procedures. Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

High School diploma or GED required. Completion of Pharmacy Technician training program, with Sterile Compounding didactic and practical training, is highly preferred.

Experience/Training

Twelve months of prior hospital experience is preferred. Prior experience with Sterile Compounding, including Hazardous Drugs, is highly preferred. Knowledge of Pharmacy Purchasing, including 340B, is highly preferred.

License/Certifications

Current Washington State Pharmacy Technician certification required. Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or National Health Career Association (NHA) Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) is preferred.

Other Skills

Effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills required. Must be able to effectively utilize Microsoft Office applications to perform work. Well-developed problem solving and analytical skills required. Must be able to effectively prioritize workload amongst frequent interruptions with competing priorities. Knowledge of the healthcare environment required. Operational knowledge of Automated Dispensing Cabinet (ADC) preferred. Ability to coordinate work schedule with requirements of position (may include overtime and weekend work). Must maintain availability to float to other departments as needed.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking up/down stairways, bending, kneeling, stooping and crouching. The employee must routinely lift or move objects up to 30 pounds. Repetitive tasks such as pharmacy compounding, typing, sitting, answering phones, and interacting with computers and computer systems throughout the day is a function of the position. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to focus under stress or time constraints.

• Skagit Regional Health offers a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, 457b/401a (retirement), long term disability, and paid time off to all employees holding an FTE of 20 or more hours per week.
• Eligible employees also receive sick time pay.