Certified Pharmacy Tech - Paducah, KY, 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.
This drive, along with our history of faith, is a powerful combination. It gives us a shared calling to work toward every day.Join our exceptional team and help us continue to provide the highest quality of health care possible to our communities.
About Us
As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care.
Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.
Job Summary:
The Certified Pharmacy Technician Specialist is responsible for providing pharmacy services, including, but not limited to preparing pharmaceuticals, performing inventory control, compliance audits, and financial transactions, providing customer service, and maintaining pharmacy records.
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Essential Functions:
Receiving and verifying the accuracy and authenticity of prescriptions
Reviewing and recording patient information with their prescription in compliance with the guidelines of the General Pharmaceutical Council
Assists in the education and precepting of new pharmacy technicians, pharmacy students, performance improvement activities
Providing instructions to educate people on the correct way to take their medicine
Protecting employees and patients by adhering to infection-control protocols and policies
Other duties as assigned
Education:
High School Degree or GED
Licensure/Certification:
ExCPT Certification provided by the National Health Career Association or Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) certification and registration with State Board of Pharmacy (required)
Valid state driver's license (required)
Experience:
1 year of experience in Retail, Ambulatory, Outpatient, Hospital, Acute Care, or Home Infusion pharmacy (required)
Skills & Abilities:
Ability to be proactive in a rapidly changing environment
Engage with staff and patients in a professional manner
Possesses problem-solving skills with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Requires knowledge of pharmacy terminology, medication names, and aseptic technique
Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:
Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more
*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status
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.