Location:
Miramar, Florida
At Memorial Healthcare System (MHS), our ever-growing pharmacy career options present unlimited opportunities to individuals passionate about advancing pharmacy practice. As a nationally recognized and respected leader for providing "A-rated" patient care and safety, MHS prides itself on being able to grow and adapt to the rapidly evolving needs of our community and healthcare industry.
Summary:
This role is an on-the-job, paid training with hands-on learning experience aimed to obtaining a Florida State Pharmacy Technician registration. The role works under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist, and alongside other licensed pharmacy technicians to become proficient in performing pharmacy related duties in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice. The Pharmacy Technician Extern position requires enrollment and participation in the Florida Board of Pharmacy approved Employer-Based Pharmacy Training Program.
Responsibilities:
Prepares, fills, receives, delivers, stocks and restocks medication inventory and supplies for the pharmacy department and drug storage areas. Repackages bulk medications.Responsible for assisting with orientation and training of new pharmacy technicians and students.Maintains and supports medication distribution systems and distribution channels, including automated dispensing cabinets, code carts, trays and kits.Processes medication charges/credits when applicable.Performs prescription data entry in pharmacy system when applicable.Prepares non-sterile compounded medications, including hazardous medications and cross trains in more advance functions when deem appropriateAssists with customer service and patient needs, including answering telephones, managing work queues and completing medication histories.Completes other responsibilities as assigned in support of pharmacy operations and within the pharmacy technician scope of practice.
Competencies:
ACCOUNTABILITY, CUSTOMER SERVICE, MEDICATION FILLS, MEDICATION SAFETY - TECH, PATIENT AND FAMILY CENTERED CARE, PHARMACY AUTOMATION SYSTEMS AND EQUIPMENT - ADC, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR, STERILE COMPOUNDING (NON-HAZARDOUS AND LIMITED HAZARDOUS)
Education and Certification Requirements:
High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)Registered Pharmacy Technician (RPT LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL)
Additional Job Information:
Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, effective communication skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work well with others in a team with minimal supervision. Ability to respond positively in a stressful environment and meet the physical demands of the department. Required Work Experience: No prior work experience required. Other Information: Complete the Pharmacy Technician Employer Training Program and obtain registration as a Pharmacy Technician in the state of Florida within six (6) months of starting the program.
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:
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Days
Disclaimer: This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.
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