Certified Pharmacy Technician - St Elizabeth Outpatient Pharmacy
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Job Summary
: The Certified Pharmacy Technician is responsible for providing pharmacy services, including, but not limited to preparing pharmaceuticals, performing inventory control, compliance audits, and financial transactions, providing customer service, and maintaining pharmacy records. The Certified Pharmacy Technician works as part of an interdisciplinary patient care team, and under the direction of the Pharmacist.
Essential Functions:
Receiving and verifying the accuracy and authenticity of prescriptions
Reviewing and recording patient information with their prescription in compliance with the guidelines of the General Pharmaceutical Council
Providing instructions to educate people on the correct way to take their medicine
Supporting the Pharmacist in the daily operation of the pharmacy
Protecting employees and patients by adhering to infection-control protocols and policies
Other duties as assigned
Education:
High School Degree or GED
Licensure/Certification:
Valid ExCPT Certification provided by the National Health Career Association or Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) certification and registration with State Board of Pharmacy (required)
Experience:
Previous experience working in Retail, Ambulatory, Outpatient, Hospital, Acute Care, or Home Infusion Pharmacy (preferred)
Skills & Abilities:
Ability to be proactive in a rapidly changing environment
Engage with staff and patients in a professional manner
Possesses problem-solving skills with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Requires knowledge of pharmacy terminology, medication names, and aseptic technique
Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.
Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:
Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more
*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.
Department:
Retail Rx - 150 - St Elizabeth Mercy Health– Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia,
- Location:
- Youngstown