Pharmacy Tech

Amergis - South Kingstown, RI

Full-time

South Kingstown, RI

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Pharmacy Technician at Amergis plays a crucial role in supporting licensed pharmacists by assisting in the preparation and dispensing of medications for both inpatient and outpatient services. This position requires a licensed Pharmacy Technician II in Rhode Island and involves various responsibilities aimed at ensuring the efficient operation of the pharmacy department.

Responsibilities

• Compounds and dispenses protocol specific medications ordered by physicians
• Assists pharmacists, physicians, nursing and clinical personnel with pharmacy services
• Assesses PAR levels and maintains department facilities with an adequate supply of medication, equipment, and materials to promote efficiency and safety of patients
• Processes prescriptions, evaluates for quality and accurate patient identification and side labeling
• Delivers medications to various locations throughout the facility
• Inventories and exchanges daily medication located in nursing stations, operating rooms, emergency rooms, and emergency carts
• After pharmacist reviews the order for errors or potential problems, assists with transcribing the relevant information about the patient and the prescribed medications into the patient's chart
• Prepares trays and kits and refills anesthesia carts
• Manages inventory of automated dispensing machines
• Monitors for diversion of controlled substances
• Maintains patient confidentiality at all times
• Assists in keeping pharmacy clean and organized
• Performs other duties as assigned/necessary

Requirements

• High School diploma or its equivalent certification
• Graduate of accredited Pharmacy Technology Program
• PTCB or NPTA license preferred or as required by state/contract
• Minimum of one year relevant experience preferred
• Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice
• Participation and completion of Amergis' Competency program when applicable
• Current CPR if applicable
• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
• Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
• Successful completion of new hire training as applicable to job site
• Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements
• Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language is required
• Computer proficiency required
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Awards and recognition programs