This part-time Pharmacy Technician role operates under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist, assisting in various pharmacy department activities to ensure quality patient care. The technician will follow established procedures and guidelines to support medication preparation, inventory management, and customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in medication preparation including selecting, counting, compounding, reconstituting, packaging, and labeling according to departmental protocols.
• Maintain and replenish medication and supply inventories, including emergency crash carts and specialty floor-stocked items.
• Provide excellent telephone triage and customer service, supporting healthcare team members professionally and courteously.
• Handle intervention messages and process medication requests following departmental procedures.
• Refill and deliver unit dose cart fills, pyxis batches, parenteral TPNs, IV admixtures, and bulk stock items promptly to appropriate patient care areas.
• Ensure timely delivery of narcotics and stock items to prevent patient care delays.
• Operate and troubleshoot automated dispensing cabinets (ADC) and other automated pharmacy systems.
• Perform sterile and non-sterile compounding after training, adhering to all safety and procedural guidelines.
• Conduct nursing unit inspections and participate in surveillance programs to eliminate expired medications.
• Assist in precepting and training new pharmacy technicians and students.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Registration with the state Board of Pharmacy required within 30 days of hire.
• Completion of a formal or Board-approved pharmacy technician program preferred.
• Six months to one year of pharmacy technician experience preferred.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work flexible schedules including days, evenings, and third shifts.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
• Team-oriented with the ability to identify urgent situations and act efficiently to avoid delays in patient care.
• Physical ability to perform repetitive motions, lift at least 10 pounds, and stand or walk for extended periods.

Licenses and Certifications

• Pharmacy Technician certification and registration with the state Board of Pharmacy.

This position serves a regional healthcare network in the Southeastern United States, providing vital pharmacy support to a diverse patient population.