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Outpatient Pharmacy Technician II
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What they do
A Pharmacy Technician works under the direction of a pharmacist to dispense prescription medications. Serves customers and helps to fill prescriptions. Works in a retail pharmacy or healthcare facility.
$39,302 / year median in Tennessee
+6% projected growth
Job Description
Outpatient Pharmacy Technician II
Job ID:
41009
Job Category:
Pharmacy Services
Work Type:
PRN
Work Schedule:
Days
Department:
BMG System Services
Facility:
BMG Clinics
Location:
Germantown, TN
Overview
Job Description
Job Summary
Works under the direct supervision of the pharmacist in providing pharmaceutical care services, while considering patient specific factors, through the prioritization and processing of medication orders, the preparing of medications for dispensing, distribution and stocking of patient care locations for subsequent drug administration. Performs data collections, assembly and interpretation for limited quality programs. Performs other duties as assigned.
Responsibilities
Practices the
Medication-Use Process:
Procures, handles, prepares, distributes, charges/credits and disposes of medication safely and accurately.
Manages own pharmacy practice effectively.
Participates in inventory management.
Uses and maintains automation/equipment.
Assists the pharmacist in providing pharmaceutical care to patients.
Provides education/training.
Processes and prepares sterile products for dispensing.
Contributes to goals, programs and report cards for operational unit and entity.
Completes assigned goals.
Specifications
Experience
Minimum Required
Previous experience in setting involving medication distribution.
Preferred/Desired
Experience with automated pharmacy equipment. Previous hospital experience.
Education
Minimum Required
High school diploma/GED or equivalent experience as required by the position.
Preferred/Desired
Advanced degree in related field
Training
Minimum Required
Preferred/Desired
Technician training program/academy.
Special Skills
Minimum Required
Computer skills, typing skills, calculation skills,munication skills.
Preferred/Desired
Licensure
Minimum Required
CPHT. State Board of Pharmacy registration required in the state w work is performed, in accordance with the state's rules and regulations.
Benefits
- Dental Insurance