Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT)

Lutheran Hospital | Intermountain Health • Lakewood, CO

395d • $38,043 - $56,826

About The Position

The Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) at Lutheran Hospital plays a crucial role in supporting pharmacists by ensuring the safe and effective delivery of pharmaceutical care. This position involves assisting with various pharmacy services, managing medication inventory, and participating in quality and patient safety initiatives, all under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Pharmacy technician certification (CPhT) through PTCB or EXcPT is required.
• Successful registration/certification/licensure with the state as a Certified Pharmacy Technician is required.
• Mid-level pharmacy technician experience is preferred.

Nice To Haves

• 1 year of pharmacy technician experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists with all phases of pharmacy services under the supervision of a pharmacist.
• Answers phones and provides customer service.
• Prepares and delivers medications for dispensing.
• Utilizes pharmacy technology effectively to distribute medications.
• Accurately fills and maintains medication supplies in the automatic dispensing system.
• Packages and labels medications to minimize waste.
• Verifies and monitors controlled substance inventories as required.
• Compounds medications in accordance with state law and policy.
• Prepares medication orders including chemotherapy and IV admixtures according to established protocols.
• Maintains appropriate records as required by regulation and policy.
• Ensures pharmacy cleanliness and orderliness.
• Assists the pharmacist in collecting clinical and other patient information.
• Effectively manages pharmacy inventory for security and accuracy.
• Escalates items to the pharmacist for review as appropriate.
• Completes advanced tasks as assigned by management.
• Participates in quality and patient safety initiatives.

Benefits

• Wellness program
• Health savings account
• AD&D insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Flexible spending account
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance program
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Professional development assistance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Life insurance
• Referral program
• Pet insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED