Pharmacy Technician (Trainee/Tech I/Tech II) Full Time/Part Time/PRN Opportunities

University of Utah Health; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking dedicated Pharmacy Technicians to join their team. This role offers the opportunity to support patient care through various pharmacy services, including managing inventory and assisting pharmacists with essential tasks. Ideal candidates will thrive in a collaborative environment and are committed to delivering high-quality care. With a focus on training and professional development, this position is perfect for those looking to grow in the healthcare field. Join a team that values compassion, innovation, and excellence in patient service.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform essential pharmacy functions under supervision.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and pharmacy operations.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacists with patient care tasks and manage supplies.
• Learn to operate automated dispensing devices.

Skills

Customer Service

Mathematical Calculations

Medical Terminology

Education

Pharmacy Technician Training License

Job description

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Overview

As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

Overview

As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

We are considering all applicants for the pharmacy technician roles listed below.

Based on your professional work experience, skills, and abilities, we will attach

your application at the appropriate level and forward your information to our

hiring team for review.

Pharmacy Technician Trainee

This position learns the technical functions associated with the delivery of clinical

pharmacy services by maintaining proper stock levels in all pharmacy locations,

compounding or otherwise preparing, filling, pricing, and delivering pharmaceuticals or

other related items. The incumbent may perform duties such as entering prescriptions,

completing reports, operating and maintaining automated dispensing devices, inputting

computer data, and providing all aspects of customer service that are required to

provide Pharmacy Department services. This position completes the essential functions

of the job under the direct supervision of a Pharmacist.

Pharmacy Technician I

This position provides the technical functions associated with the delivery of clinical

pharmacy services by maintaining proper stock levels in all pharmacy locations,

compounding or otherwise preparing, filling, pricing, and delivering pharmaceuticals or

other related items. The incumbent may perform duties such as entering prescriptions,

completing reports, operating and maintaining automated dispensing devices, inputting

computer data, and providing all aspects of customer service that are required to

provide Pharmacy Department services. This position completes the essential functions

of the job under the direct supervision of a Pharmacist.

Pharmacy Technician II

This position provides the technical functions associated with the delivery of clinical

pharmacy services by maintaining proper stock levels in all pharmacy locations,

compounding or otherwise preparing, filling, pricing, and delivering pharmaceuticals or

other related items. The incumbent may perform duties such as entering prescriptions,

completing reports, operating and maintaining automated dispensing devices, inputting

computer data, and providing all aspects of customer service that are required to

provide Pharmacy Department services. This position completes the essential functions

of the job under the direct supervision of a Pharmacist. As a Pharmacy Technician II,

this position provides advanced services such as IV therapy, preparation of

chemotherapy, maintenance of automated dispensing machines, narcotic coordination,

investigational drug therapy, billing/coding. Technician II incumbents are expected to

plan, coordinate, and implement training programs for other staff. Technician IIs have a

higher level of responsibility for departmental and organizational problem solving.

Pharmacy Technician III

This position provides the technical functions associated with the delivery of clinical

pharmacy services by maintaining proper stock levels in all pharmacy locations,

compounding or otherwise preparing filling, pricing and delivering medications or other

related items. The incumbent may perform duties such as entering prescriptions,

completing reports, operating and maintaining automated dispensing devices, inputting

computer data and providing all aspects of customer service that are required to provide

Pharmacy Department services. This positions completes the essential functions of the

job under the direct supervision of a pharmacist. A Pharmacy Technician III must meet

all the expectations of a Pharmacy Technician II. As a Pharmacy Technician III, this

position requires a high level of in-depth knowledge and expertise that is characterized

by demonstrating advanced, complex problem solving, practicing in more specialized

assignments, leading in the planning coordination and implementation of training

programs, and assisting with quality and safety improvement projects.

Corporate Overview: The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Trains to assist the pharmacist in tasks associated with patient care.
• Learns to effectively manage supplies of the department.
  
  

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
• Ability to provide care appropriate to the population served.
• Familiarity with medical terminology.
• May determine options from a variety of pre-established departmental policies and procedures, but cannot act outside of these unless authorized to do so by a Pharmacist.
• May vary work routines according to patient care priorities.
• Major problems encountered by incumbents include first line screening for medication order errors, drug or allergy contraindications, and processing non-formulary drug requests.
• Challenges encountered may include problem solving for operation and maintenance of all automated systems in the Pharmacy Department.
• Performing the essential duties of this position may involve standing for extended periods of time and/or handling heavy or bulky supply containers.
• Knowledge and ability to perform mathematical calculations for extemporaneous compounding and special dose preparation, rectifying drug distribution errors, reconciling billing and administration records, etc.
  
  

Qualifications

QualificationsLicenses Required

• Current Pharmacy Technician Training license with the State of Utah
• Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department.
  
  

Qualifications (Preferred)

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.

• This position involves light work that may exert up to 20 pounds and may consistently require light work involving lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling or otherwise moving objects. This position involves standing for extended periods of time and is not exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
  
  

Physical Requirements

Walking, Standing, Speaking, Sitting, Reaching, Pulling and/or Pushing, Near Vision, Listening, Lifting, Far Vision, Color Determination, Carrying

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Internship

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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