Technician-Pharmacy Student

Job Summary Works under the direct supervision of the pharmacist in providing pharmaceutical care services, while considering patient specific factors, through the prioritization and processing of medication orders, the preparing of medications for dispensing, distribution and stocking of patient care locations for subsequent drug administration. Performs other duties as assigned.

 Required Population Served 

Job Responsibilities Job Responsibilities • Practices the Medication-Use Process: Procures, handles, prepares, distributes, charges/credits and disposes of medication safely and accurately. • Manages own pharmacy practice effectively. • Processes and prepares sterile products for dispensing. • Participates in inventory management. • Uses and maintains automation/equipment. • Assists the pharmacist in providing pharmaceutical care to patients. • Contributes to goals, programs and report cards for operational unit and entity. • Provides education/training. • Completes assigned goals. 

Specifications Experience Description Minimum Required Preferred/Desired Previous experience in setting involving medication distribution. Previous hospital experience. 

Education Description Minimum Required Preferred/Desired High school diploma or equivalent experience as required by job Training Description Minimum Required Preferred/Desired Technician training program/academy. 

Special Skills Description Minimum Required Preferred/Desired Computer skills, typing skills, calculation skills, communication skills. 

Licensure Description Minimum Required Preferred/Desired Enrolled in an ACPE accredited School or College of Pharmacy