Certified Pharmacy Technician
UVM Medical Center
Certified Pharmacy Technician
UVM Medical Center
University-affiliated health network delivering patient care
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Outpatient Pharmacy Technician is certified by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB). The Outpatient Pharmacy Technician works under the direction and supervision of a pharmacist, performs those duties which do not require the professional training and judgment of a pharmacist. The Outpatient Pharmacy Technician has specialized knowledge in pharmaceutical nomenclature, medical terminology and mathematical calculations involving dilution of concentrates, weights and measures and ratios. Skills in aseptic compounding of intravenous medications are validated using competency-based training as a frequent quality control audits. The Outpatient Pharmacy Technician consistently performs and builds on prior knowledge gained from performance as a Pharmacy Assistant and National Certification requirements. The Outpatient Pharmacy Technician maintains good business practices to ensure success of company within the mission of Fletcher Allen Health Care.
EDUCATION:
Candidate must possess a High School Diploma or GED plus one year of post high school
education or relevant work experience required.
Candidate must possess and maintain active status as a Certified Pharmacy Technician.
EXPERIENCE:
One year minimum retail pharmacy within past 5 years, one year minimum experience in a health system pharmacy. Equivalent alternate pharmacy experience is acceptable.
This is a bargaining union position.University-affiliated health network delivering patient care
The University of Vermont Health Network coordinates a group of hospitals and affiliated clinics across northern New York and Vermont to deliver patient care close to where people live. It combines community hospital services with academic medicine, sharing knowledge and resources to offer access to advanced technology and treatment options. Care is delivered through coordinated networks rather than isolated institutions, with teams across hospitals working together to treat patients cost-effectively and compassionately. The network’s goal is to improve patients’ lives by providing high-quality care near home, supported by the expertise of the University of Vermont Colleges of Medicine and Nursing and Health Sciences.
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