The pharmacy technician II assists the registered pharmacists in performing a variety of technical duties related to the preparation and distribution of drugs. The duties require knowledge of and skills in various oral and intravenous dosage forms. Duties are performed under the supervision of a registered pharmacist.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required. Completion of a pharmacy technician training program is desirable.

Experience: Must have 5 years of pharmacy technician experience. Must have valid State Certification from the South Carolina State Board of Pharmacy. Must have no verbal or written warnings within the past 12 months. All technicians must register with the South Carolina State Board of Pharmacy and must renew their registration annually.

Licensure/Certification: State Certification from the South Carolina State Board of Pharmacy required. Membership in a valid professional technician organization such as NPTA, SCSHP, etc. is encouraged, with evidence of active involvement preferred.

Primary Source Verification (if applicable): http://www.llr.state.sc.us/

Knowledge/Skills: Highly effective verbal communication and interpersonal skills with visitors and other healthcare team members to establish working relationships that foster optimal quality of patient care.