Pharmacy Technician Certified - PRN - Olive Branch Job
SummaryUnder supervision and direction, performs a variety of technical duties related to preparing and dispensing drugs in accordance with standard procedures and techniques.
Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.
Education/Experience/LicensureEducation/Formal Training Work Experience Credential/LicensureREQUIRED:
High School Diploma or equivalent.
N/AMust be certified as Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) AND State Board of Pharmacy registration required in the state where work is performed:
In Tennessee (within 60 days of hire) In Mississippi (must have registration upon hire) PREFERRED:
N/A N/A N/ASUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED:
N/A N/A N/AKnowledge/Skills/Abilities Mathematical skills to perform routine pharmaceutical calculations which include adding, subtraction, multiplication, and division of whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals; computes rate, ratios, and percents.
Practice within the established role for pharmacy technicians in organized health care settings.
Effectively use medical terminology, drug nomenclature, symbols, and abbreviations associated with pharmacy practice Ability to speak and communicate effectively with patients, associates, and other health professionals.
Must be proficient in the use of pharmacy based computer systems as well as Microsoft Office program or programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) as indicated in the specific function within the department.
Explain and complete technical functions of the operation of the drug distribution system for organized healthcare settings.
Explain and apply basic pharmacology and pharmacologic principles.
Understand aseptic technique and prepare sterile products.
Key Job Responsibilities Fills medication orders under the direct supervision of a pharmacist.
Assists with inventory and stocking of medications in the pharmacy and patient care areas according to established pharmaceutical protocol and procedures.
Provides routine information and responds to requests within scope of responsibility.
Maintains records and files in accordance with pharmacy practice standards.
Follows established procedures for medication safety, ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, quality standards, compliance activities, and policies and procedures.
Performs other job functions as assigned or requested.
Physical Requirements The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.
Must have good balance and coordination.
The physical requirements of this position are:
medium work - exerting up to 100 lbs.
of force occasionally and/or up to 50 lbs.
of force frequently.
The Associate is required to have close visual acuity including color, depth perception, and field of vision to perform an activity, such as assessing patients, preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading.
Frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact.
Exposure to patient body fluids as well as exposure to hazardous or poisonous materials.
Ability to react quickly to emergency situations.
Recommended Skills Asepsis Calculations Communication Computer Terminals Mathematics Medical Emergency Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.
Education/Experience/LicensureEducation/Formal Training Work Experience Credential/LicensureREQUIRED:
High School Diploma or equivalent.
N/AMust be certified as Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) AND State Board of Pharmacy registration required in the state where work is performed:
In Tennessee (within 60 days of hire) In Mississippi (must have registration upon hire) PREFERRED:
N/A N/A N/ASUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED:
N/A N/A N/AKnowledge/Skills/Abilities Mathematical skills to perform routine pharmaceutical calculations which include adding, subtraction, multiplication, and division of whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals; computes rate, ratios, and percents.
Practice within the established role for pharmacy technicians in organized health care settings.
Effectively use medical terminology, drug nomenclature, symbols, and abbreviations associated with pharmacy practice Ability to speak and communicate effectively with patients, associates, and other health professionals.
Must be proficient in the use of pharmacy based computer systems as well as Microsoft Office program or programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) as indicated in the specific function within the department.
Explain and complete technical functions of the operation of the drug distribution system for organized healthcare settings.
Explain and apply basic pharmacology and pharmacologic principles.
Understand aseptic technique and prepare sterile products.
Key Job Responsibilities Fills medication orders under the direct supervision of a pharmacist.
Assists with inventory and stocking of medications in the pharmacy and patient care areas according to established pharmaceutical protocol and procedures.
Provides routine information and responds to requests within scope of responsibility.
Maintains records and files in accordance with pharmacy practice standards.
Follows established procedures for medication safety, ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, quality standards, compliance activities, and policies and procedures.
Performs other job functions as assigned or requested.
Physical Requirements The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.
Must have good balance and coordination.
The physical requirements of this position are:
medium work - exerting up to 100 lbs.
of force occasionally and/or up to 50 lbs.
of force frequently.
The Associate is required to have close visual acuity including color, depth perception, and field of vision to perform an activity, such as assessing patients, preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading.
Frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact.
Exposure to patient body fluids as well as exposure to hazardous or poisonous materials.
Ability to react quickly to emergency situations.
Recommended Skills Asepsis Calculations Communication Computer Terminals Mathematics Medical Emergency Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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