pharmacy technicianpharmacy technician - Youngstown, OH, United States - Mercy Health

Description

Everyone who works with Mercy Health is united under one purpose: to help our patients be well in mind, body and spirit.

Join our exceptional team and help us continue to provide the highest quality of health care possible to our communities.

$1,500 Sign on Bonus Available
Flexible Schedule to live the life you deserve

• Rewarding Higher Differentials with working on the Weekend

Reports to Title:
Pharmacy Supervisor, Manager, or Director

Under general supervision, assist the pharmacist in processing of medication orders by selecting, assembling, and preparing medications to be dispensed for inpatient (acute care; hospital) and/or outpatient (ambulatory; retail; home infusion) services.

The Certified Pharmacy Technician will have a variety of job responsibilities within the pharmacy that may encompass various activities.

Assisting the pharmacist in preparation of medications for patients within an inpatient (acute care; hospital) and/or outpatient (ambulatory; Entering information into and retrieving information from an electronic health record or prescription processing computer system.

Ensuring the accurate charge and credit functions related to medication orders are processed for patient billing.
*stocking prescription drugs and retrieving those drugs from inventory locations; Stocking automated drug dispensing cabinets, floor stock, and crash carts; Assisting in the education and precepting of new pharmacy technicians, pharmacy students and participation in performance improvement activities.
*Packaging and selling a prescription drug to a patient or patient representative and assisting with insurance claim processing. Performing diagnostic laboratory testing as defined in state laws/guidelines.
*Other functions as outlined, and in accordance with, respective State Board of Pharmacy rules and regulations.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job.

Pharmacy Technicians may practice at the top of their respective State Licensing Board Regulations.
ExCPT Certification provided by the National Health Career Association or Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) certification and registration with State Board of Pharmacy (required)
Completion of ASHP/ACPE tech training program - or - pharmacy technician training via Armed Forces/Veterans Affairs - or respective state department approved career tech high school program (preferred)
Work Experience
Previous experience working in Retail, Ambulatory, Outpatient, Hospital, Acute Care, or Home Infusion pharmacy (preferred)
Training
Language

Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.

Adults years)

Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.

Perform shift work
Hear alarms/telephone/audio recorder
Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents
Exposure to moving mechanical parts
Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
Stocking Medications
Point of Sale Equipment Operation
Performance Improvement
Packaging Medications
Insurance Claim Processing
Diagnostic Testing
Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Flexible spending accounts
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Educational Assistance

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at .