The Pharmacy Technician prepares, compounds, dispenses medications, and performs technical duties under supervision.
Key Responsibilities:
Accurately dispense medications, including IVs, using proper procedures and verify with pharmacists. Operate and maintain Automated Dispensing Cabinets, including loading medications, monitoring levels, generating reports, and troubleshooting minor issues. Prepare various sterile and non-sterile medications following aseptic techniques and safety standards, including specialty solutions and large volume preparations. Repackage, barcode, and manage medication inventory, including controlled substances, recalls, and outdate tracking. Provide excellent customer service to healthcare professionals and patients in person or virtually. Assist with ordering supplies, processing charges, and performing pharmacy inspections. Train and mentor other pharmacy technicians as needed.
Qualifications & Skills:
High School Diploma or GED required. Registered Pharmacy Technician (PHT) or equivalent certification, licensed with the Georgia State Board of Pharmacy. Hospital pharmacy experience preferred, with knowledge of automated systems, inventory management, and pharmacy laws. Basic computer, communication, management, and problem-solving skills. Physical ability to lift at least 30 pounds and push carts up to 100 pounds.