Pharmacy Technician I PRN, Wilkes Medical Center

Job Overview:

We're seeking a dedicated Pharmacy Technician to join our team at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist in Wilkesboro, NC. As a Pharmacy Technician, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the well-being of our community by assisting pharmacists, managing prescriptions, and providing exceptional customer service. If you have strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and a desire to make a difference in people's lives, we invite you to apply today and become a valued member of our pharmacy team. Join us in delivering top-notch pharmaceutical care to our Wilkes community!

Position Highlights 

• PRN; variable shifts
• Weekdays, weekends, holidays
• Wilkes Campus
• $6,000 sign-on bonus eligible position for qualified candidates!   Click here for more information!

How You’ll Impact Patient Care:

Your responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Helps pharmacists prepare and process medication orders to make sure patients and departments get the right medications on time and are charged correctly.
• Works well with others and organizes daily tasks for maximum efficiency.
• Helps keep medicine stock in good condition so that quality drugs and supplies are always available.
• Offers pharmacy services in patient care areas.
• Takes part in team efforts to improve quality and supports the Pharmacy Department's commitment to Total Quality principles.
• Keeps knowledge and skills up to date and helps educate others.
• Sets personal goals to support quality improvement and departmental objectives.
• Follows hospital standards to create a positive work environment through good communication, relationships, and teamwork.
• Provides care tailored to different age groups as per Age Specific Care Guidelines.

What You Will Need

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.

Nice To Have (Not Required)

• Successful completion of a Pharmacy Technology course preferred.
• One-year previous pharmacy experience preferred.
• PTCB technician certification (CPhT) preferred.
• North Carolina Board of Pharmacy registration required within 30 days of employment.
• PTCB/NHA technician certification (CPhT) within 180 days of employment or actively enrolled in an ACPE accredited Pharmacy School.

Where You Will Work:

• Wilkes County is a community located in North Carolina, known for its rich history and scenic beauty. Situated in the western part of the state, Wilkes County boasts a diverse landscape that includes rolling hills, lush forests, and the Yadkin River, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts.
• Wilkes County has a strong sense of community, with many local events and festivals that bring residents together. Agriculture, manufacturing, and healthcare are key industries in the area, providing employment opportunities for its residents.
• Overall, Wilkes County offers a blend of natural beauty, cultural heritage, and a close-knit community, making it a unique and welcoming place to live or visit in North Carolina.
• If you're inclined towards clinical practice, research, or administrative roles, choosing a healthcare career in Wilkes County, NC, provides an opportunity to become an integral part of a healthcare ecosystem that prioritizes excellence, compassion, and the community's welfare. Come join us in making a meaningful impact on the health and vibrancy of North Wilkesboro, NC, where healthcare isn't just a job but a noble calling.

Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist is a pre-eminent academic health system based in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist is part of Advocate Health, which is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, and is the fifth-largest nonprofit health system in the United States, created from the combination of Atrium Health and Advocate Aurora Health. Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist’s two main components are an integrated clinical system – anchored by Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, an 885-bed tertiary-care hospital in Winston-Salem – that includes Brenner Children’s Hospital, five community hospitals, more than 300 primary and specialty care locations and more than 2,700 physicians; and Wake Forest School of Medicine, the academic core of Atrium Health Enterprise and a recognized leader in experiential medical education and groundbreaking research that includes Wake Forest Innovations, a commercialization enterprise focused on advancing health care through new medical technologies and biomedical discovery.

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