Pharmacy Technician
Amergis
$25-30/hr
Under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist, the Non-Retail Pharmacy Technician assists the pharmacist in processing medication orders by assembling and preparing medications to be dispensed for inpatient and/or outpatient services.
Essential Duties and 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 varies 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
Minimum 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 (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language is required
+ Computer proficiency required
+ Must be at least 18 years of age
Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
+ Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
+ Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
+ 401(k) savings plan
+ Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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