Specialist Pharmacy Technician

WVU Hospitals — Ruby Memorial Hospital; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Pharmacy Technician to assist in medication distribution and patient care. This role involves preparing and delivering medications, managing inventory, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates will possess a high school diploma and relevant certification, along with a passion for healthcare and patient service. Join a team that values diversity and is committed to providing exceptional care in a supportive environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in a dynamic and rewarding field.

Qualifications

• Must be registered with the state Board of Pharmacy.
• National certification required within 15 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare medications and deliver them to patient care areas.
• Maintain inventory and ensure cleanliness in pharmacy areas.
• Assist in preparation of sterile products under supervision.

Skills

Pharmacy Technician Certification

Medication Preparation

Inventory Management

Sterile Compounding

Pharmaceutical Terminology

Education

High School Diploma

Pharmacy Technician Training Program

Associate's Degree in Science

Tools

Pharmacy IV Computer Systems

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Assists in most aspects of drug distribution that do not require the professional judgment of a pharmacist. Technicians may prepare sterile products and chemotherapy, be responsible for controlled substance distribution, or other specialized duties within the pharmacy. Technicians function in accordance with standard, written procedures and guidelines under the supervision of a pharmacist.

Minimum Qualifications

Education, Certification, and/or Licensure

For West Virginia Pharmacy Techs

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Technicians registered with the state after June 30, 2014 must be nationally certified within 15 months of hire by completing an approved national certification exam (PTCB or EXCPT).
• Must be registered with the state Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacy Technician trainee upon hire (except Pennsylvania).

For Maryland Pharmacy Techs

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be registered with the Maryland Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacy Technician upon hire.
• May be enrolled in the GRMC Pharmacy Technician Training Program and must be registered with the Maryland Board of Pharmacy within 6 months of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associates degree OR post-high school education in a science field of study OR graduate of a pharmacy technician training program.

Experience

• Six months of pharmacy technician experience.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.

• Read physicians’ orders, prepare medications, deliver medications, and order and deliver drug supplies for various patient‑care units.
• Read physician's orders and prepare medication for dispensing, including unique dosage forms for all patient populations.
• Understand standard pharmaceutical/medical terms, abbreviations, and symbols commonly used in prescribing and dispensing medications.
• Interpret lists and use this information to replenish patient's medications and deliver contents to patient care areas according to schedule.
• Accurately prepare and deliver controlled substances to patients and maintain all necessary records.
• Take inventory and analyze medication supplies, replacing outdated or deteriorated medications; replace depleted inventory.
• Label products appropriately.
• Perform arithmetic calculations for usual dosage determinations required in medication and solution preparation.
• Perform initial check for prescribed doses for appropriateness based on weight and age.
• Perform in accordance with departmental standards established for speed and accuracy.
• Prepare and label prepackaged medications after determining usage patterns and prepackaging requirements. Also maintain records related to this.
• Maintain inventory and supplies in assigned pharmacy service areas.
• Answer telephone and channel calls to appropriate individual.
• Ensure that the pharmacy service areas and drug storage areas in the institution are kept clean and orderly.
• Note: Certain duties can only be performed by pharmacists, such as receiving oral prescriptions, consulting with prescribers, providing confidential patient information, checking medications before dispensing, consulting with patients about medication use, and recommending OTC medications.
• Assist in the preparation of sterile parenteral products under supervision.
• Accurately prepare intravenous admixtures, including dilutions for pediatric patients, other injectable preparations, and sterile irrigating solutions using aseptic technique.
• Enter information related to parenteral admixtures and other injectable products in Pharmacy IV Computer Systems.
• Manage controlled substances for the health system.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to walk, stand, or sit for long periods.
• Lift up to 30 pounds and push up to 50 pounds.
• Dexterity to handle, reach, and finger.

Work Environment

Characteristics of the work environment encountered while performing essential functions, with reasonable accommodations available.

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WVUHS is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and non-discrimination in employment.