Pharmacy Technician Specialty Pharmacy

26100 Peaks Community Pharmacy; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 44,000; Full time

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Benefits package

Job summary

Intermountain Health's Denver Specialty Pharmacy is seeking a Specialty Pharmacy Technician to support pharmacists in delivering patient-centered care at Saint Joseph Hospital.

Join a Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–6:00 PM, 40-hour on-site schedule with benefits eligible. Experience in retail pharmacy is valuable; specialty pharmacy experience is a plus as you work with embedded teams and clinic partners to support the health of patients and caregivers.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current pharmacy technician certification and/or license for the state of practice.
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations on pharmacy practice.

Responsibilities

• Assist the pharmacist in collecting patient information and maintaining records.
• Prepare medication orders and perform calculations per policy and law.
• Ensure supervision and accuracy checks by the pharmacist.
• Fill and maintain medication supplies and monitor controlled substances.
• Label medications accurately and minimize waste.
• Communicate with caregivers about responsibilities and safety.
• Support pharmacy services across locations.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Technical competency

Regulatory compliance

Financial awareness

Service delivery

Reliability & Attendance

Communication

Organization

Computer proficiency

Education

High School diploma

Pharmacy technician license

Job description

Job Description: Job Specifics: Schedule: Full Time (40 hours) Shift: Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM, with no weekends or holidays. Location: Specialty Pharmacy, Saint Joseph Hospital, Denver, Colorado. Benefits Eligible: Yes - Link to Benefit Details

Top candidates will possess experience in Retail Pharmacy. Experience in Specialty Pharmacy is considered beneficial. Join the Intermountain Specialty Pharmacy team in Denver, Colorado, where our mission is to support the health, well-being, and quality of life of both patients and caregivers. Through personalized support, exceptional customer service, and guidance from our experienced pharmacy professionals, we help meet the unique needs of the Intermountain Health community. As a Specialty Pharmacy Technician, you'll work closely with embedded pharmacy teams and clinic partners to deliver integrated, patient-centered care.

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Job Function

The Pharmacy Technician demonstrates consistent application of knowledge and skills in assisting the pharmacist in execution of appropriate, safe, efficacious, efficient, and cost-effective pharmaceutical care. The position participates in many procedural aspects of pharmacy practice under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist or technician supervisor and is an integral part of the pharmacy team. This position supports Pharmacy Services in all locations (i.e., acute, community, ambulatory, specialty).

Essential Functions

• Assists the pharmacist in collecting clinical and other patient information and maintaining appropriate records as required by regulation and policy.
• Utilizes pharmacy technology effectively to prepare medication orders for dispensing and performs calculations as necessary, in accordance with state law, policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Attains appropriate supervision and accuracy checks by the pharmacist(s) and clearly understands when a pharmacist must verify tasks and activities.
• Accurately fills and maintains medication supplies including verifying and monitoring controlled substance inventories to ensure security, accuracy, cost effectiveness, and 340B/Charging management as required to practice site.
• Packages and labels medications accurately and appropriately to minimize waste as appropriate to practice site and job duties.
• Communicates with caregivers regarding responsibilities, identified concerns, and participates in quality and patient safety initiatives, identifying potential safety hazards that may create problems for patients and/or staff and takes appropriate actions to elevate items to the pharmacist for review as appropriate based on urgency, regulations, and scope.
• Promotes mission, vision, and values of Intermountain Health, and abides by service behavior standards.
• Delivers detail-oriented, consistent, flexible care and completes advanced tasks consistent with scope and performs other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

High level multi-tasking Technical competency Regulatory compliance Financial awareness Service delivery Job performance Reliability and Attendance Communication Organization Computer proficiency

Qualifications

High School or equivalent is required Current pharmacy technician certification and/or license applicable to state of practice. Current knowledge of state and federal regulations and statutes regarding the practice of pharmacy and the distribution of approved drugs, controlled substances, and investigational agents. Any lapse or failure to meet these requirements may result in disciplinary action, up to termination, at the hiring manager's discretion.

Physical Requirements

Carrying, hearing/listening, lifting, manual dexterity, pulling/pushing, seeing, climbing, crawling, speaking, squatting/kneeling, standing, walking as needed to perform job duties.

Schedule & Location

Location: Denver Specialty Pharmacy Work City: Denver Work State: Colorado Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. $20.73 - $31.58

Benefits Package

We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged. Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here.

Benefits Eligible: Yes - Link to Benefit Details

Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Education and Training

Intermountain Health’s PEAK program supports caregivers in the pursuit of their education goals and career aspirations by providing up-front tuition coverage paid directly to the academic institution. The program offers 100+ learning options to choose from, including undergraduate studies, high school diplomas, and professional skills and certificates. Caregivers are eligible to participate in PEAK on day 1 of employment. Learn more.

Company Overview

Headquartered in Utah with locations in six primary states and additional operations across the western U.S., Intermountain Health is a nonprofit system of 34 hospitals, 400+ clinics, a medical group of more than 4,800 employed physicians and advanced care providers, a health plan division called Select Health with more than one million members, and other health services. Helping people live the healthiest lives possible, Intermountain is widely recognized as a leader in clinical quality improvement and efficient healthcare delivery. Join our world-class team and embark on a career filled with opportunities, strength, innovation, and fulfillment.

Additional Information

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