What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pharmacy Technician position at CAMERON HEALTH?
Pharmacy Technician (Retail Pharmacy)
Description
Cameron Health is a 25-bed, independent, not-for-profit facility that proudly serves Angola and Steuben County. We’ve been a cornerstone of this community and the surrounding area in northeast Indiana dating back to 1926. Over the years, we’ve helped generation after generation of area residents enjoy better health and live comfortably. Today, Cameron Hospital has grown into something more than a simple community hospital. Filled with advanced equipment and skilled specialists, Cameron is a modern, high-tech facility that provides advanced diagnostics, a variety of specialties and cutting-edge treatment options that are combined with highly personalized and compassionate care.
DEPARTMENT: Pharmacy
JOB TITLE: Pharmacy Technician
SHIFT: PRN, Part-time (as needed)
Weekend Rotations
QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or equivalent. College courses desirable but not required.
- Current pharmacy technician permit or Pharmacy Technician in training license required
- 2 years pharmacy technician experience preferred but not required.
- Current pharmacy technician certification from PTCB or equivalent organization required.
JOB SUMMARY
Pharmacy Technicians assist Pharmacists in preparing and distributing drugs, maintaining the drug inventory and maintenance of records. Pharmacy Technicians work only under the supervision of a Registered Pharmacist. They do not perform duties that can legally be performed only by a Registered Pharmacist.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
- Exemplifies good customer service.
- Regular reliable attendance.
- Ability to get along with others.
- Demonstrates proficient use of email.
- Procures and distributes drug orders per Physician request, Pharmacist request or prearranged work assignment according to established policies, procedures and protocols and within specified time frame.
- Maintains adequate stock of medications and supplies according to established policies, procedures and protocols and within specified time frame.
- Contributes to the effective operation of the department.
- Participates in the quality improvement activities of the department.
- Demonstrates competence in automated dispensing equipment and adheres to established processes and procedures.
- Maintains competency required for current job title/position.