What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pharmacy Technician position at Mercy?
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The Pharmacy Technician I assists pharmacists in preparing, compounding, and dispensing medications and are accountable to the supervising pharmacist who is legally responsible for the care and safety of the patients served by the pharmacy. The Pharmacy Technician I follows applicable standards and federal, state & local laws and regulations for the care and safety of the customers and patients served.
Position Details:
Overview:
The Pharmacy Technician assists pharmacists in preparing, compounding, and dispensing medications and are accountable to the supervising pharmacist who is legally responsible for the care and safety of the patients served by the pharmacy. The Pharmacy Technician follows applicable standards and federal, state & local laws and regulations for the care and safety of the customers and patients served.
Qualifications:
Tech I:
- Education : High School Diploma or equivalence exam.
- Licensure : Actively registered, in good standing, with the Missouri Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacy Technician or willing to submit application for registration by first day of work. This includes submitting fingerprints for FBI background check.
- Experience : 1-year relevant pharmacy experience preferred but not required.
- Other : Successfully complete pharmacy department orientation.
- Skills and Abilities :
- Demonstrates advanced knowledge and use of all equipment; robotic dispensing equipment and automated dispensing cabinets as appropriate.
- Demonstrates proficiency with the operation of pharmacy automation technology systems and workflow management.
- Ability to perform initial trouble shooting for automated pharmacy technology and associated software.
- Ability to work under time constraints.
Tech II:
- Education : High School Diploma or equivalence exam.
- Licensure : Actively registered, in good standing, with the Missouri Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacy Technician or willing to submit application for registration by first day of work. This includes submitting fingerprints for FBI background check.
- Experience : 1-year relevant pharmacy experience required; 2 years preferred.
- Certifications : Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB).
- Skills and Abilities :
- Demonstrates advanced knowledge and use of all equipment; robotic dispensing equipment and automated dispensing cabinets as appropriate.
- Demonstrates proficiency with the operation of pharmacy automation technology systems and workflow management.
- Ability to perform initial trouble shooting for automated pharmacy technology and associated software.
Ability to work under time constraints.
What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy?
Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand with us. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. We're also collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care – that's just part of our commitment. If that sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.
Why Mercy?
From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32 hours per pay period.
Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.