Job Description:

This incumbent demonstrates consistent application of knowledge and skills in assisting the pharmacist in the execution of appropriate, safe, efficacious, efficient, and cost-effective pharmaceutical care. The incumbent participates in many procedural aspects of pharmacy practice under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist or technician supervisor and is an integral part of the pharmacy team.

Schedule

Once onboarding is complete, we will work with the PRN’s to schedule based on open shifts and their availability. Our minimum expectation is that a PRN is available to work at least 1 shift per pay period and 2 holiday’s per year. Currently all of our care givers work every other weekend. 

Scope

As a Pharmacy Tech you need to know how to:
Assist with all phases of pharmacy services while under the supervision of a pharmacist.
Answer phones.
Prepare and deliver medications for dispensing.
Utilize pharmacy technology effectively to distribute medications.
Accurately fill and maintain medications supplies in the automatic dispensing system including verifying and monitoring controlled substance inventories as required. Package and label medications accurately and appropriately to minimize waste. Verify and monitor controlled substance inventories as required by daily shift assignment.
Compound medications in accordance with state law and policy. Perform calculations as necessary for accurate compounding.
Maintain appropriate records as required by regulation and policy.
Ensure pharmacy cleanliness and orderliness.
Assist the pharmacist in collecting clinical and other patient information as required.
Effectively manage pharmacy inventory to ensure security, accuracy, cost effectiveness, and 340B/Charging management as required.
Escalate items to the pharmacist for review as appropriate based on urgency, regulations, and scope.
Participate in quality and patient safety initiatives. Identify potential areas for improvement including processes that could be streamlined or revised to improve patient satisfaction. Identify potential safety hazards that may create problems for patients and/or staff, and take appropriate actions. Participate in departmental meetings, contributing ideas or feedback.


Minimum Qualifications

- High School Diploma or equivalent- Current Pharmacy Technician certification (CPhT) or the ability to obtain within twelve (12) months of hire and must be maintained during employment
Preferred:
Associates or Bachelors Degree- Technician training- Current BLS certification endorsed by the American Heart Association- At least two (2) years working as a Pharmacy Technician

 

Physical Requirements:

Physical RequirementsCarrying, hearing/listening, lifting, manual dexterity, pulling/pushing, seeing.

Location:

St. Marys Regional Hospital

Work City:

Grand Junction

Work State:

Colorado

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

0

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.

$16.83 - $24.88

We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

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Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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