Pharmacy Technician Trainee, Tech I, Tech II

UMC Health System; Oregon (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated Pharmacy Technician Trainee to join their team. In this role, you'll assist pharmacists in delivering quality care to patients by managing medication distribution and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Your responsibilities will include training new staff, processing medication orders, and maintaining accurate patient medication histories. This position offers a chance to grow in a supportive environment where your contributions make a real difference in patient care. If you're passionate about pharmacy and eager to learn, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Registration as a Certified Pharmacy Technician with the State of Texas Board of Pharmacy.
• Certificate of completion of a nationally recognized IV Certification Program.

Responsibilities

• Accurately process medication orders and requests.
• Provide training to new employees and pharmacy students.
• Prepare IV medications in accordance with regulations.

Skills

Medication Distribution

Communication Skills

Medical Terminology

Inventory Control

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Apply locations Medical Office Plaza 1 time type Full time posted on Posted 4 Days Ago job requisition id R15933

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Job Summary
The Pharmacy Technician II assists the Pharmacist and other hospital staff in providing quality care to patients by applying knowledge and training of medication distribution.
Reports to:

Job Specific Responsibilities
Daily assignments may include but are not limited to:
• Provide training to new employees and/or pharmacy students as directed by pharmacists or supervisor
• Accurately process medication orders and requests, gather and dispense medications, fill prescription orders
• Deliver drugs to assigned units
• Maintain daily pharmacy logs
• Assist in inventory control, answer phones, and other assigned duties by the Pharmacist and/or Pharmacy Supervisor
• Prepare IV medications in accordance with USP 797/800 regulations
• Ensure IV rooms are cleaned and documented in accordance with USP 797/800
• Obtain and enter medication history for patient into electronic format within EHR
• Ensure accuracy of medication history for patient
• Identify and report to pharmacist any noted inaccuracies, duplicates, or other safety concerns generated from medication history
• All other assigned duties related to Pharmacy Compliance

Education and Experience-
• High School Diploma or GED

Required Licensures/Certifications/Registrations
• Registration as a Certified Pharmacy Technician with the State of Texas Board of Pharmacy
• Certificate of completion of a nationally recognized IV Certification Program
OR
• Certificate of completion of UMCHS Pharmacy Medication Reconciliation Program (if hired specifically for pharmacy med rec position, Must complete certificate within 90 days of hire into the role)

Skills and Abilities-
• Demonstrated combination of training and experience that requires concentration, accuracy, and discipline
• Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology

Interaction with Other Departments and Other Relationships
Daily interaction with other staff within the Pharmacy department. Works closely with clinics, nursing units, EMS, and other hospital staff as required

Physical Capabilities
Work is of light demand; involves lots of walking on the health center campus. Must possess near visual acuity to read documents and computer records. Ability to lift up to 10pounds.

Environmental/Working Conditions
This position is subject to inside environmental changes that may include constant change in temperatures. Hours of duty may be irregular to accommodate departmental requirements.

UMC Health Systemprovides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis ofrace, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

*Request for accommodations in the hire process should be directed to UMC Human Resources.*