Pharmacy Technician (PRN)

Job Summary

Under the direction of a pharmacist, the pharmacy technician performs pharmacy-related functions, in compliance with department policies and procedures that provide optimal pharmaceutical care.

Schedule

• PRN
• Variable Shifts and Hours
  
  

Compensation

• CPhT - $25.25/hr + DOE
• PRN Differentials
• Shift Differentials
  
  

Essential Functions, Duties And Responsibilities

• Rotate through all work areas of the pharmacy
• Prepare medications and supplies for dispensing, including:
• Repackaging bulk medications
• Sterile IV compounding including chemotherapeutic agents
• Non-sterile compounding
• Prepare prescriptions for outpatients
• Operate Automated Dispensing Cabinet – stocking, auditing, troubleshooting, reporting, manage outdates
• Deliver and maintain medication inventory in nursing units and clinic locations
• Maintain and audit controlled substance inventory
• Maintain medication and supply inventory in the pharmacy
• Support medication bar code system
• Assist in training new employees
• Assist other pharmacy technicians
• Coordinate insurance billing including third party prescriptions
• Triage telephone/window inquiries.
• Maintains a clean and safe environment.
• Displays professional attributes including but not limited to, punctuality, professional demeanor and presentation; cooperation with peers, other healthcare workers and patients.
• Actively participates in Performance Improvement.
• Accepts accountability for own actions.
• Support of 340b program operations and compliance
  
  

Additional Responsibilities

• Floats to other departments as needed.
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS (Required)

• At least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent degree.
• Valid state pharmacy technician in training certificate for State of Montana.
• Must obtain pharmacy tech certification within 1 year of hire.
• Ability to treat all information as confidential.
  
  

Additional Desirable Qualifications

• Previous experience in hospital pharmacy, not required
• National certification required.
• Valid state pharmacy technician registration (required in some states).