What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pharmacy Technician position at Kootenai Health System?
Pharmacy Technician
Job Code: 24050
Position Summary
Under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist, prepares, compounds, and dispenses medical orders/prescriptions.
Responsibilities
- May be expected to perform some clerical duties relating to the department
- Receives and stores incoming supplies
- Verifies stock and enters data in computer to maintain inventory records
- Communicates effectively with customers
- Performs a variety of tasks
- Typically reports to supervisor or manager
- Performs other related duties as assigned
- Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field
- Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
- Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function
- Competent to meet age specific needs of the patients served
Requirements and Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED preferred
- Must be a graduate of a Pharmacy Technician training program or equivalent work experience
- Must have a Pharmacy Technician license with the Idaho Board of Pharmacy
- Demonstrated ability to use computer skills including keyboarding and practical data entry into data based software programs
- BLS required
Working Conditions
- Must be able to lift or move up to 25 lbs
- Must be able to maintain a standing position
- Typical equipment used in a clinical job
- Must be able to stoop, crouch or bend
About Kootenai Health:
Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed healthcare organization serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions, including being a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet Status for Nursing Excellence. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as an employer and a healthcare provider.
As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:
- Comprehensive medical coverage, including fully employer-paid options for eligible full-time employees, plus affordable plans for part-time staff. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.
- Dental, vision, life, and pet insurance, with telemedicine and wellbeing resources available to all employees
- Tuition assistance after 90 days to support your professional growth
- Retirement plans with pre-tax and Roth options and employer matching from 3%-6%
- Competitive pay, plus night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials
- Award-winning wellness program with coaching, financial wellness resources, and free or discounted access to fitness centers and premium wellbeing apps
- PerkSpot discounts providing access to thousands of exclusive deals in over 25 categories
- And an employee referral bonus program
Kootenai Health provides exceptional support for extraordinary careers. If you want to work on a high-quality, person-centered healthcare team, we can't wait to meet you!
Apply today!
Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.
Employment Type: Full Time Shift: Variable