PRN Hospital Pharmacy Technician

Cardinal Health, Inc.; Westminster (CO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Job summary

Cardinal Health, Inc. manages the pharmacy at PAM Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Westminster. We are currently recruiting for a PRN Pharmacy Technician to pick up shifts as needed during facility hours, Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm.

The Technician II supports Pharmacists in daily operations, ensures orders are reviewed, and maintains compliance with regulations. Responsibilities include assisting with dispensing, inventory, data entry, and customer communications to ensure timely,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Colorado State Pharmacy Technician license/registration.
• National pharmacy technician certification (PTCB) highly preferred or ability to obtain.
• In-patient hospital pharmacy experience preferred.
• Flexibility in working schedule.
• Ability to work in a group.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Comfortable with repetitive tasks.
• Ability to multitask, focus, evaluate conditions and exercise judgment.
• Proficient with technology (computers, smartphones, tablets).
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
• Ability to bend/reach/stoop/lift/stand for shift.
• Vendor credentialing may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacists in filling prescription orders as permitted by State Boards of Pharmacy.
• Prepare medication for dispensing, packaging and shipment.
• Take inventory, place orders, check in drugs and supplies, stock shelves, remove outdated items.
• Enter medical supply orders in pharmacy system.
• Communicate with patients, clinics, care-givers, physicians professionally.
• Process returned medications for credit or destruction.
• Input patient data and prescription information into the pharmacy system.
• Maintain compliance with pharmacy laws and regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communications

Written communications

Customer service

Flexibility

Teamwork

Multitasking

Judgment/Decision making

Tech proficiency

Lifting up to 35 lbs

Vendor credentialing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

State Pharmacy Technician license/registration (Colorado)

National Pharmacy Technician certification (PTCB)

Tools

Pharmacy information system

Job description

What Health System Pharmacy contributes to Cardinal Health

Pharmacy Operations is responsible for the safe, efficient and effective coordination of Cardinal Health's pharmacy operations that service acute care hospitals, hospital retail customers, ambulatory care and alternate site facilities, oncology and cardiology practices as well as retail customers.

Health System Pharmacy is responsible for providing customized pharmacy program solutions that reduce costs and improve patient care quality for hospitals, health systems and other integrated healthcare providers may also consult with and advise healthcare team on prescribed medications, supplies and related processes.

Job Summary

Cardinal Health manages the pharmacy at PAM Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Westminster. We are currently recruiting for a PRN Pharmacy Technician to pick up shifts as needed during facility hours. The facility is open Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm.

The Technician II, Health Systems Pharmacy provides assistance to the Pharmacist in the daily operations of the pharmacy. Activities include the preparation of and filling of prescriptions, taking pharmacy inventory and processing product returns. The Technician II, Health Systems Pharmacy ensures that all orders are reviewed by a registered pharmacist and records all activity in compliance with regulatory and company guidelines. This job frequently communicates with customers to ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment of all orders.

Responsibilities

• Assists pharmacists in filling prescription orders as permitted by State Boards of Pharmacy.
• Prepares medication for dispensing, packaging and shipment.
• Takes inventory, places orders, checks in drugs and supplies, stocks shelves and removes out of date items from the inventory.
• Enters medical supply orders in pharmacy system.
• Communicates with all customers (patients, clinics, care-givers, physicians) in an amicable and professional manner.
• Processes returned medications from the facility for credit or destruction.
• Inputs patient data and prescription information into the pharmacy information management system.
• Maintains knowledge of and abides by all applicable pharmacy laws and regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent preferred.
• Colorado State Pharmacy Technician license/registration.
• National pharmacy technician certification (PTCB) highly preferred or ability to obtain.
• In-patient hospital pharmacy experience preferred.
• Flexibility in working schedule.
• Ability to work in a group.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Comfortable performing repetitive motions/tasks.
• Ability to manage several tasks at the same time; Ability to focus on tasks; Ability to evaluate operating conditions; Ability to exercise sound judgment.
• Demonstrated ability to use technology such as computers, smart phones and tablets.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 35 pounds.
• Ability to bend, reach, stoop, lift and stand for entire shift.
• May require vendor credentialing.

What is expected of you and others at this level

• Applies acquired knowledge and skills to complete standard tasks.
• Readily learns and applies new information and methods to work in assigned area.
• Maintains appropriate licenses, training and certifications.
• Works on routine assignments that require some problem resolution.
• Works within clearly defined standard operating procedures and/or scientific methods.
• Adheres to all quality guidelines.
• Works under moderate degree of supervision.
• Work typical involves regular review of output by work lead or supervisor.
• Refers complex unusual problems to supervisor.

Anticipated hourly range: $21.20 per hour - $27.18 per hour.

Bonus eligible: No

Benefits: Paid time off in compliance with applicable laws

The hourly range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.

Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.