Pharmacy Technician

Work for Indiana

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, youll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, youll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About Neurodiagnostic Institute:

The Neurodiagnostic Institute and Advanced Treatment Center (NDI) is located on the Community Hospital East campus in Indianapolis, delivering advanced evaluations and treatments for patients with psychiatric illness. Together, the NDI and the Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA) offer a modern, healing atmosphere for all Hoosiers.

Salary:

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $31,512.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.

A Day in the Life:

Medication Preparation & Dispensing

• Prepare medications for dispensing according to provider orders and nursing staff requests to support timely and accurate patient care.
• Receive prescription and refill requests and verify completeness and accuracy to ensure safe medication delivery.

Inventory & Storage Management

• Maintain proper storage and security conditions for medications to preserve integrity and comply with safety standards.
• Receive daily medication orders from wholesalers to maintain adequate inventory levels.
• Ensure medication security during delivery and restocking of medications on nursing units.
• Ensure efficient inventory management, including procurement, processing of invoices and management of inventory levels in unit-based Automated Dispensing Cabinets.

Compliance & Quality Assurance

• Perform routine inspections of controlled substance and medication storage.
• May perform electronic adjudication of prescription claims.

Team Support & Communication

• Assist staff by answering routine questions, locating items, or referring them to the pharmacist fo medication information.
• Maintain regular attendance at assigned worksite(s) to ensure consistent service delivery and team coordination.

Workday attendance at assigned worksite(s) is an essential function of this position.

The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

What Youll Need for Success:

Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following:

• Ability to maintain records and responsibility for controlled substances.
• Ability to ensure inventory control of drugs and supplies.
• Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to use various equipment including computers and pharmaceutical repackaging equipment.
• Knowledge of state and federal law, guidelines, and regulations of pharmaceuticals.
• Ability to use and knowledge of the computerized pharmacy medication ordering system and the automated medication dispensing systems.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, medications, and dosage measurements.
• Must have a current Pharmacy Technician license issued by the State of Indiana or be enrolled in a technician training program and possess a technician-in-training permit.

Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans

• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards

• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution

• Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match

• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options

• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:

• 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers

• Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave

• Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off

• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years

• Education Reimbursement Program

• Group life insurance

• Referral Bonus program

• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits

• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

• Free Parking for most positions

• Free LinkedIn Learning access

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.