Retail Pharmacy Technician - Outpatient Retail Pharmacy

SUMMARY: The Retail Pharmacy Technician works under the direct supervision of licensed pharmacists and assists the pharmacists in preparing and distributing drugs, maintaining drug inventories and maintenance of records.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.

Experience: Previous pharmacy technician experience preferred; willing to train individual with initiative and desire to learn.

Certification: Current registration as a Pharmacy Technician in the State of Arkansas required or must apply and submit application for registration prior to date of hire, and obtain registration within thirty (30) days from acceptance of job offer. To be eligible for this registration through the Arkansas Board of Pharmacy, individual must: Possess high school diploma or GED, have good moral character and temperance and habits, pass a state and federal background check, complete and submit application for pharmacy technician registration and pay appropriate fee to the Board.

Other: Excellent interpersonal communication skills required to interact with patients, coworkers and other health care professionals. Ability to solve problems, prioritize work in a high volume environment, and adapt to changes to workload and schedule to meet patient needs. Excellent verbal and written communication skills; must be able to write legibly, speak and read English proficiently. Must be able to operate computer, calculator, telephone, pager, and other related pharmacy equipment.

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Safety Sensitive Designation:

This position is deemed safety sensitive in accordance with Arkansas Act 593 governing Medical Marijuana.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without an accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to perform the following: Must have the ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, to solve problems and make decisions. Spend eight (8) hours or more in front of computer, monitor or similar screen utilizing keyboard and/or mouse, daily. Ability to regularly stand and walk, occasionally bend, squat and twist, and occasionally lift up to 20 pounds using proper body mechanics. Must have a keen sense of hearing and visual acuity with or without correction. Must be able to handle critical and highly stressful situations with efficiency and composure.

Work Environment

Health System environment to possibly include Emergency Department, Patient Care Units, Patient Rooms, and Retail Pharmacy. Potential exposure to hazardous or toxic substances (e.g., chemotherapeutic and/or cytotoxic drugs and cleaning solutions.)

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a position in an outpatient pharmacy which is open up to 7 days per week during normal business hours.

Pharmacy staff: 5 days a week, 8 hour shifts and may include weekend, holiday, on call, and night shifts with long irregular hours occasionally required.