Certified Pharmacy Technician - Retail - Ochsner Pharmacy & Wellness - Lake Terrace

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate.  We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways. 

At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters.  Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today! 

Under close supervision and according to detailed instructions, the Retail Pharmacy Technician - Certified accurately processes orders and delivers medications for to designated areas; refills and maintains automated dispensing machines; prices manual medication charges, inventories and reorders stock in the pharmacy; enters data into a computer system and prints labels as necessary; reviews physician's orders and enters patient medication orders into the pharmacy order entry system; identifies problems with orders and notifies pharmacist or nursing when orders need clarification or to request patient information (i.e. allergies, height, weight) when needed.

Pharmacy Technician - Certified - Retail

Ochsner Pharmacy & Wellness - Lake Terrace

Education 

Required - High School diploma or equivalent

Work Experience

Preferred - 2 years Retail Pharmacy experience

Certifications

Required - 1 year of college or completion of a para-professional pharmacy training program, or Certified Pharmacy Technician Licensure or National Certification

Preferred - Certified Pharmacy Technician License

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
• Must be proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
• Skills to operate standard pharmacy and office equipment
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Job Duties

•  Assists pharmacist and other Technicians to maintain an efficient medication distribution system in order to provide safe and efficient patient care.
•  Bed-side delivery of medications to discharging patients
•  Accurately fills, packages, and ships all pharmacy orders for Ochsner Transplant Patients
•  Maintains competency by completing assigned, mandatory in-services and all mailbox in-services.
•  Performs required audits, unit inspections and QA procedures.
•  Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Ochsner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
 

Other related duties as required.  The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

Complies with the Ochsner Health System Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

Ochsner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.