Pharmacy Technician/Hospital Jobs

Pharmacy

Pharmacy Technician/Hospital

25417

Cascade Valley Hospital

MISSION: To improve the health of our community, serving with compassion and respect, one person at a time. VISION: Working together, Skagit Regional Health will transform healthcare by improving access, service, quality and efficiency in support of our goal of a healthier community. The information described in this job description has been designed to indicate the general nature of the work performed. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Provides support to the pharmacist in delivery of pharmaceutical care in compliance with all Federal/State laws and regulations. Works effectively and cooperatively within the workplace. Location/Department specific tasks and competencies may apply. Salary Range: $23.20/hr to $33.69/hr DOE Skagit Regional Health offers a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, 457b/401a (retirement), long term disability, and paid time off to all employees holding an FTE of 20 or more hours per week. Eligible employees also receive sick time pay.

Assist in maintenance of medication inventory, related records and supplies in an orderly and timely manner in accordance with SRH policies and procedures. Assist pharmacist in preparation, documentation and dispensing of medications per established procedure. Deliver and restock medications and related supplies to appropriate patient care area in a timely manner. Greet patients and coordinate care from drop off through pick up of prescription per established procedure. Clean pharmacy equipment, utensils and work areas. Ensure prescription files are maintained and current. Verify patient information and proper physician authorization per established procedure. Process authorized commercial sales as directed by a pharmacist. Process records of medication and equipment dispensed to patients; computes charges and enters data. Assist in obtaining authorization from physician as needed. Receive and document refill authorization per established procedure. Maintain ability to effectively utilize Microsoft Office (Outlook) and department specific software applications to perform work. Communicate effectively and cooperatively in the workplace. Actively contribute to the achievement of Quality Improvement and Lean Process Improvement activities. Complete all mandatory learning requirements in a timely manner. Maintain current licensure and/or certification as required. Attend and actively participate in all department, team and/or committee meetings. Comply with all Skagit Regional Health, department and location specific policies and procedures. Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor or designee.

High School diploma or GED required.

Minimum six (6) months related experience required.

Current Washington State Pharmacy Technician certification required. Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or National Health Career Association (NHA) Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) is preferred.

Effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills required. Must be able to effectively utilize Microsoft Office applications to perform work. Well developed problem solving and analytical skills required. Must be able to effectively prioritize workload amongst frequent interruptions with competing priorities. Knowledge of the healthcare environment required. Operational knowledge of Automated Dispensing Cabinet (ADC) preferred. Ability to coordinate work schedule with requirements of position (may include overtime and weekend work).