Technician-Pharmacy II

Baptist; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A health care organization in Jackson, Mississippi is seeking a pharmacy technician to assist with pharmaceutical care services. The role involves managing medication distribution, inventory management, and education. Candidates are expected to have a high school diploma/GED, with CPHT certification as a requirement. Experience with automated pharmacy equipment is preferred. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to support patient care within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in setting involving medication distribution.
• Technician training program/academy is preferred.
• CPHT certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Procures, handles, prepares, and distributes medication.
• Participates in inventory management.
• Assists the pharmacist in providing pharmaceutical care.

Skills

Computer skills

Typing skills

Calculation skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma/GED

Advanced degree in related field

Tools

Automated pharmacy equipment

Job description

Overview

Job Summary
Works under the direct supervision of the pharmacist in providing pharmaceutical care services, while considering patient specific factors, through the prioritization and processing of medication orders, the preparing of medications for dispensing, distribution and stocking of patient care locations for subsequent drug administration. Performs data collections, assembly and interpretation for limited quality programs. Performs other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Practices the Medication-Use Process: Procures, handles, prepares, distributes, charges/credits and disposes of medication safely and accurately.
• Manages own pharmacy practice effectively.
• Participates in inventory management.
• Uses and maintains automation/equipment.
• Assists the pharmacist in providing pharmaceutical care to patients.
• Provides education/training.
• Processes and prepares sterile products for dispensing.
• Contributes to goals, programs and report cards for operational unit and entity.
• Completes assigned goals.

Specifications

Experience

Minimum Required

• Previous experience in setting involving medication distribution.

Preferred/Desired

• Experience with automated pharmacy equipment. Previous hospital experience.

Education

Minimum Required

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent experience as required by the position.

Preferred/Desired

• Advanced degree in related field

Training

Minimum Required

Preferred/Desired

• Technician training program/academy.

Special Skills

Minimum Required

• Computer skills, typing skills, calculation skills, communication skills.

Preferred/Desired

Licensure

Minimum Required

• CPHT. State Board of Pharmacy registration required in the state where work is performed, in accordance with the state's rules and regulations.

Preferred/Desired