Certified Pharmacy Technician / MTM Specialist

Become part of a small rural hospital located in northeastern North Carolina, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique community we serve. Our mission can be summarized into three very simple words – “Thought, Word, Deed”.

Description - The Certified Pharmacy Technician serves as a vital clinical support asset within our small inpatient setting. This role utilizes automated hospital dispensing systems while driving patient safety via Medication Therapy Management (MTM) and thorough medication reconciliation workflows. Attention to detail is an integral part of this role.

Responsibilities -

Clinical & MTM Functions:

• Medication Reconciliation: Interview admitted patients or family members to capture an accurate, complete home medication list, including prescriptions, OTC drugs, and vitamins.
• MTM Program Support: Coordinate and prepare data for Comprehensive Medication Reviews (CMRs) and Targeted Medication Reviews (TMRs).
• Documentation: Accurately chart clinical intervention data in hospital electronic health records (EHR) and dedicated third-party MTM portals.

Hospital Operations & Technical Functions:

• MAR support: This will be a primary part of the position.
• Automated Dispensing Support: Triage, restock, and troubleshoot Automated Dispensing Cabinets (ADC) in our two nursing units.
• Inventory & Inspections: Complete designated nursing unit inspections to eliminate expired products and maintain medication security guidelines.

Qualifications -

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: Minimum 2 years of pharmacy technician experience in a hospital setting required.
• Licensure: Active registration in good standing with the NC Board of Pharmacy
• Certification: National certification via the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or (ExCPT) is required.
• Hold an advanced certificate, such as the PTCB Medication History or MTM Certificate (preferred).

Overview -

• Monday through Friday 8:00am-4:00pm.
• Proficient in use of Microsoft Office; Excel, Word, Edge required
• Frequent mobility and/or sitting required for extended periods of time
• Manual dexterity and proficient use of computers.
• Varied activities including standing, walking, reaching, bending, lifting
• Occasionally required to lift up to 50 pounds. (IV fluid boxes on a daily basis)
• Requires working under stressful conditions on occasion.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.

Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Prescription drug insurance
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• hospital setting: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Benefits:

Salary : $20 - $23