Pharmacy Technician
Concord, NH US
Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Pharmacy Technician to join our team in a closed-door long-term care pharmacy setting. As a Pharmacy Technician, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the accurate and efficient dispensing of medications to our long-term care facility clients. This position requires a strong commitment to patient safety, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Schedule and Pay Rate
- Shifts available: 8a-430p or 1130a-8p (Weekends as well)
- $18.50 per hour!
Responsibilities:
- Medication Dispensing: Prepare and dispense medications accurately and efficiently according to prescriptions received from healthcare providers.
- Order Entry: Enter prescription orders into the pharmacy computer system with precision and attention to detail.
- Medication Packaging: Package medications appropriately for delivery to long-term care facilities, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements.
- Inventory Management: Assist in maintaining pharmacy inventory by monitoring stock levels, ordering medications and supplies as needed, and rotating stock to minimize waste.
- Quality Assurance: Perform routine quality assurance checks to ensure the accuracy and integrity of medication orders and packaging.
- Customer Service: Provide exceptional customer service to long-term care facility staff and patients, addressing inquiries and concerns in a professional and courteous manner.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of medication dispensing and inventory management activities.
- Compliance: Adhere to all relevant laws, regulations, and pharmacy policies and procedures, including HIPAA and medication safety protocols.
- Collaboration: Collaborate effectively with pharmacists, other pharmacy technicians, and healthcare providers to ensure optimal patient care.
- Continuous Improvement: Participate in ongoing training and professional development activities to enhance pharmacy technician skills and knowledge.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required; completion of a pharmacy technician training program preferred.
- Current License in the state job is listed (if applicable)
- Current Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT) or ability to obtain certification within.
- Previous experience as a pharmacy technician in a long-term care or closed-door pharmacy setting preferred.
- Strong knowledge of pharmacy operations, including medication dispensing procedures and inventory management.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to perform tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with a focus on providing excellent customer service.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team, with a commitment to collaboration and professionalism.
- Proficiency in using pharmacy computer systems and software applications.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift
- Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for medication packaging and labeling tasks.
- Vision and hearing abilities sufficient to perform essential job functions.
Please apply now! - Jared Petrill / 586-710-7960
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