Description

As a socially responsible health care employer and provider, we require our associates to show proof of annual influenza and COVID-19 vaccinations unless approved exemption is provided.

Planned Parenthood of Greater Ohio is seeking a full-time (37.5 Hours) Pharmacy Technician out of our Akron Health Center. This candidate is passionate about serving marginalized and medically underserved populations. This opportunity is foundational to the launch of the broader strategy to improve health equity through comprehensive primary care to our communities.

SUMMARY

A pharmacy technician works closely with the Director of Pharmacy Services and other pharmacy staff. This person locates, dispenses, packs, and labels prescribed medication for patient and client that is reviewed for accuracy by the pharmacist before dispensing to patient/client. They will support the work of the pharmacy by helping with administrative tasks as well as working with the pharmacy’s walk-in clients.

To be successful in this role, they must be a licensed Pharmacy Technician as defined by the State of Ohio Board of Pharmacy. They must be customer-focused and remain up to date with the latest advances in pharmaceutical science.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING

• High school diploma or G.E.D
• Licensed Pharmacy Technician as set forth by the State of Ohio Board of Pharmacy
• Prior relevant experience as a pharmacy technician, preferred
• Experience with an online prescription system is preferred
• Knowledge of pharmacy law and medical terminology
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Outstanding organizational skill
• Reliable with a keen eye for detail

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Receiving prescriptions and checking their validity
• Process prescriptions electronically and ensure all information is complete and accurate
• Under the supervision of the Pharmacist, they will prepare new prescriptions and refill requests for patients
• Dispense medication to patients per the prescription and/or providers’ orders
• Tracking inventor
• Repackage bulk medications
• Filling automated dispensing machines
• Prepare compounded medications using sterile and non-sterile processes
• Pack and label prescribed medication

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

N/A

BENEFITS

• Paid Time Off

• Paid Parental Leave

• Medical 90% employer-paid base medical plans for single coverage

• Dental

• Vision 100% employer paid

• Life Insurance 100% employer paid

• Accidental Death & Disability 100% employer paid

• Long Term/Short Term Disability 100% employer paid

• 401(k) with matching employer contribution up to 4%

• Nine (9) paid holidays per year

• Two (2) paid floating holidays per year

PROMISE TO OUR ASSOCIATES

Planned Parenthood has served Ohioans with safe, accessible, and affordable health care for 100 years and welcomed more than 100,000 patient visits to our health centers in 2020. Every day, we fight to provide this care to everyone, no matter their income level, insurance status, zip code, color, creed, or country of origin.

As a mission-driven health care provider, Planned Parenthood is dedicated to ending health disparities and achieving health equity among all races. We work on all levels through our health centers, educational programming, and public policy to make the greatest impact on the communities we serve.

In order to become the leading organization for high quality reproductive health care, we continuously strive to create a supportive work environment that results in a positive experience for patients and associates alike. We find this support in our In This Together workplace values and service standards that bring associates together and foster an inclusive culture.

Planned Parenthood of Greater Ohio (PPGOH) is an equal opportunity employer. We care for our business by ensuring that all of our decisions regarding the employment relationship, including the terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, are in accordance with our principles of equal opportunity.

As a matter of PPGOH policy we affirm that we respect and honor all people and we will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, political affiliation, military and veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

In addition to the above commitments, PPGOH seeks to have employees that reflect the broad diversity of those that we serve and we encourage all who are ready to be In This Together to apply.

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