Certified Pharmacy Tech- North Greenville- PRN

Prisma Health - Travelers Rest, SC

Full-time

Travelers Rest, SC

Hospitals

About the position

Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference. Under the direction of a pharmacist, a pharmacy technician performs pharmacy-related functions in compliance with department policies and procedures. As an active member of the pharmacy team, technicians may interpret and prepare medication orders, make deliveries to nursing units, compound medications (sterile and non-sterile), and perform quality assurance responsibilities. A pharmacy technician certified may participate in Tech-Check-Tech functions as well. The pharmacy technician is responsible for accurately interpreting and preparing medication orders by filling provider orders, medication kits/trays, automated dispensing cabinets, and floorstock requisitions. They must handle all controlled substances in compliance with regulations and policies. Proficiency with work-related computer and automation skills is essential, as technicians will solve problems related to automated dispensing cabinets, inventory management technology, label printers, unit dose packing machines, IV room automation, and other pharmacy-specific technologies. They will also be responsible for accurately entering patient charges and credits. Timely delivery of medications to the appropriate patient care area or department is crucial, with a focus on adhering to established schedules and workflows. The technician must routinely evaluate medications remaining in delivery, return bins, and medication refrigerators. Compliance with regulatory guidelines for pharmacy compounding of sterile and non-sterile preparations is also a key responsibility, including appropriate documentation as outlined by compounding policies. Customer service is a vital aspect of this role, requiring technicians to maintain a clean and orderly work area, answer the phone promptly, and service the pharmacy window efficiently. Quality assurance tasks must be completed, including expiration checks, clean room documentation, temperature monitoring documentation, inventory checks, floorstock inspections, and equipment cleaning/preventative maintenance. Additionally, the technician will actively participate in training and mentoring new personnel, demonstrating and maintaining competency in Tech-Check-Tech functions by accurately checking products filled by another technician or pharmacist and prioritizing completed work for delivery.

Responsibilities

• Accurately interprets and prepares medication orders by filling provider orders, medication kits / trays, automated dispensing cabinets, and floorstock requisitions.
• Demonstrates proficiency with work-related computer and automation skills through problem solving for automated dispensing cabinets, inventory management technology, label printers, unit dose packing machines, IV room automation, and other pharmacy-specific technologies.
• Correctly delivers medications to the appropriate patient care area or department, per established schedule and workflow in a timely manner.
• Adheres with regulatory guidelines for pharmacy compounding of sterile and non-sterile preparations, including appropriate documentation as outlined by compounding policies.
• Contributes to an efficient pharmacy work environment by providing excellent customer service, maintaining a clean and orderly work area, and being prepared to start working at the beginning of each shift.
• Completes assigned quality assurance work by assuring all logs and pending tasks for shift are completed.
• Actively participates in training of new personnel and mentorship of new pharmacy technicians and pharmacy interns.
• Demonstrates and maintains competency in Tech-Check-Tech functions by accurately checking products filled by another technician or pharmacist.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year hospital experience preferred.
• State Certified Registration with the SC Board of Pharmacy.
• Thorough knowledge of medical and pharmacy terminology; possess good mathematical, computer, and aseptic technique skills.
• Knowledge of SCBOP/DHEC/DEA rules/regulations.
• Excellent interpersonal skills in dealing with subordinates, peers, supervisors and others outside the department.
• Problem solving abilities; able to work in team situations; handle urgent, stressful conditions.
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of office equipment (fax/copier).
• Proficient computer skills (word processing, spreadsheets, database) and data entry.