Pharmacy Technician, Weekend nights

Altru Health System; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekend incentive included

Job summary

Altru Health System seeks an Inpatient Pharmacy Technician to coordinate and replenish narcotic and non-narcotic medication distribution across the health system. Responsibilities include IV preparation, dispensing, inventory, and record-keeping to ensure safe, timely patient access to medications.

The role supports sterile and non-sterile compounding, adheres to security policies for controlled substances, and requires ND Pharmacy Technician certification prior to start.

Qualifications

• Current North Dakota Pharmacy Technician certification required prior to start.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Experience with sterile and non-sterile compounding preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate automated dispensing systems and cart fill for efficient medication availability.
• Inventory management for automated systems; address discrepancies and waste.
• Resolve operational problems and provide technical support to pharmacy and nursing staff.
• Adhere to the department's controlled substance security policy.
• Prepare sterile and/or non-sterile medications as required.
• Perform Tech-Check-Tech per North Dakota Board of Pharmacy guidelines.
• Maintain patient and department records in compliance with regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned to meet department needs.

Education

Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT)

Tools

Automated dispensing systems

Job description

Everything we do is underscored by a why — and that why is one another.

Location

Altru Hospital 1200 South Columbia Road Grand Forks, ND 58201

Pay Range

$18.82 - $28.23

Hours

Every Wed/Thur/Fri/Sat, 9:30 PM - 7:30 AM. Weekend incentive included!

Summary

The Inpatient Pharmacy Technician is responsible for coordinating and replenishing narcotic and non-narcotic medication distribution throughout the health system to provide patient medications in a safe, accessible and timely manner. The technician provides IV preparation and delivery support, prepares, dispenses and inventories medication in storage areas and keeps records of medication preparations.

Essential Job Functions

• Coordinate automated dispensing systems and cart fill activities to provide efficient medication availability for patient care.
• Inventory management of automated dispensing systems including controlled substance discrepancies, medication outdate and waste management.
• Address distribution system operational problems identified by users and provide technical expertise to pharmacy and nursing staff.
• Responsible for adherence to the department’s controlled substance security policy.
• Performs medication preparation of sterile and/or non-sterile compounds.
• Performs Tech-Check-Tech in accordance with the North Dakota Board of Pharmacy.
• Maintains pharmacy technician practice competencies in selected areas of pharmacy operations.
• Maintains appropriate patient and department records and documentation in compliance with state and federal regulations and department of pharmacy policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned or needed to meet the needs of the department/organization.

Certification

Pharmacy Technician | North Dakota Board of Pharmacy | Prior to Start Date | HR Primary Sources Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) | Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) | Prior to Start Date | HR Primary Sources

Language Requirements

This position requires proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English to ensure effective communication in the workplace and with patients, families, and team members.

Physical Demands

• Sit: Continuously (67-100%)
• Stand: Occasionally (5-33%)
• Walk: Occasionally (5-33%)
• Stoop/Bend: Occasionally (5-33%)
• Reach: Frequently (34-66%)
• Handle/Finger/Feel: Continuously (67-100%)
• See: Continuously (67-100%)
• Hear: Continuously (67-100%)

Weight Demands

• Lift -Floor to Waist Level: Medium (20-40 pounds)
• Carry: Medium (20-40 pounds)
• Push/Pull: Medium (20-40 pounds)
• Slide/Transfer: Not Applicable

Working Conditions

• Indoor: Continuously (67-100%)
• Outdoor: Not Applicable
• Extreme Temperature: Not Applicable

Driving Requirement Definitions

Professional Drivers: Persons who drive as their main responsibility OR transport passengers or hazardous materials. Frequent Drivers: Persons whose main responsibility is not driving, but drive daily or almost daily. Occasional Drivers: Persons who drive from once per month to as frequently as once per week. Infrequent Drivers: Persons who are generally not expected to drive.

Driving Requirement for this position

Infrequent Driver Reference ID: R8237

Culture & Values

Making a real difference. For one another. To take the best care of our patients and community — including friends, family, and neighbors — we need people who are committed to growth, excellence, and one another. At Altru, you’ll find a culture where support and teamwork are at the heart of what we do. You’ll have opportunities to advance your skills, work with the latest technologies, experience the fulfillment that comes from giving back, and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join our team and be a part of a small community with a big heart.

Altru offers a comprehensive benefits package to its full- and part-time employees. Excellent benefits include a health plan and 401(k) retirement plan. Other benefits include a dental plan, vision plan, life and disability insurance, education assistance, paid time off (PTO)

At Altru, everything we do is underscored by a why—and that why is one another. We believe in the power of community and the difference we can make together. As the trusted healthcare provider in our region, we’re driven by a commitment to quality care and creating a supportive environment where every team member can thrive. Here, you’ll have opportunities to advance your skills, work with the latest technologies, and experience the fulfillment that comes from giving back—taking your career wherever you want it to go. Join our team and be part of a small community with a big heart.

Social Channels

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Accommodation for Disabilities

Altru provides reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities to increase opportunities and eliminate barriers to employment. If you need a reasonable accommodation in the application process to access job postings, to apply for a job, for a job interview, for pre-employment testing, or with the onboarding process, please contact Altru’s Human Resources Department at [e-mail] or 701.780.5107.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Altru is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Learn more or to request a copy of our Equal Employment Opportunity and Eligibility policy and affirmativ

action at no charge, please contact Altru’s Human Resources Department at [e-mail] or 701.780.5107.

Security & Verification

Altru participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

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