Pharmacy Tech II Cert - FT Days
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Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation
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Pharmacy Tech II Cert - FT Days
Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation
Posted 3 months ago
Full Time
Las Cruces, New Mexico
In Person
Smart Summary
Responsibilities
The Pharmacy Technician II is responsible for the safe preparation, compounding, and dispensing of medications while maintaining accurate records. They also manage inventory and collaborate with pharmacists to optimize patient care and safety.
Qualifications
You have 0-2 years of experience as a Pharmacy Technician in a hospital or healthcare setting. You possess a strong understanding of pharmaceutical terminology, medication preparation, and compounding techniques, along with proficiency in pharmacy systems and automated dispensing machines. A valid pharmacy technician license or certification and Basic Life Support certification are required.
Must Have Skills for ATS
pharmaceutical terminology
medication preparation
compounding techniques
pharmacy systems
automated dispensing machines
inventory management software
USP guidelines
Licensed Pharmacy Tech
Certified Pharmacy Tech
Basic Life Support
Job Description
The Pharmacy Technician II - Certified ensures the safe and efficient preparation, dispensing, and management of medications within the hospital or healthcare facility. The Pharmacy Technician II is also responsible for maintaining accurate records, providing exceptional customer service to patients and staff, and collaborating with pharmacists to optimize patient care.
Essential Functions
- Assists pharmacists in the preparation, compounding, labeling, and dispensing of medications, ensuring accuracy and compliance with hospital policies and regulatory requirements.
- Prepares sterile and non-sterile compounded medications using aseptic techniques, adhering to USP guidelines.
- Conducts inventory management activities, including monitoring medication stock levels, ordering supplies, and performing regular inventory audits to prevent shortages or overstock.
- Maintains accurate and up-to-date records of medication dispensing, inventory transactions, and controlled substances in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Participates in quality assurance initiatives, including medication storage checks, compliance reviews, and other activities to ensure patient safety and proper pharmacy operations.
- Provides exceptional customer service by addressing questions from patients, nurses, and other healthcare staff about medication availability and pharmacy services.
- Operates and maintains pharmacy equipment, such as automated dispensing systems, ensuring functionality and troubleshooting issues as needed.
- Supports pharmacists in conducting medication reviews, medication history reconciliation, and other clinical activities as required.
- Adheres to all safety protocols and infection control guidelines to maintain a clean and secure pharmacy environment.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
- 0-2 years of experience as a Pharmacy Technician in a hospital or healthcare setting required
- Strong understanding of pharmaceutical terminology, medication preparation, and compounding techniques.
- Proficiency in operating pharmacy systems, including automated dispensing machines and inventory management software.
- Attention to detail and accuracy in medication preparation and record-keeping.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients, pharmacists, and healthcare staff.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
- Knowledge of regulatory standards and hospital policies related to pharmacy operations.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
- LPT - Licensed Pharmacy Tech in state of employment required or
- PHAR-C - Certified Pharmacy Tech required
- BCLS - Basic Life Support required
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Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation
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