Acute Pharmacy Technician Trainee

Primary City/State:

Phoenix, Arizona

Department Name:

Acute Pharmacy

Work Shift:

Varied

Job Category:

Pharmacy

Pharmacy careers are better at Banner Health. We are committed to developing the careers of our team members. We care about you, your career today and your future. If you are looking to leverage your abilities – apply today.

Are you looking to become a Certified Pharmacy Technician? Banner Health has opportunities for initiative-taking and passionate individuals to train to become Certified Pharmacy Technicians. The Pharmacy Technician Training Program will prepare Pharmacy Technician Trainees to support Pharmacists in improving patient safety, reducing medication errors, and increasing the efficiency in pharmacy. The Pharmacy Technician Training Program includes 18-weeks of didactic, simulation, experiential instruction in a hybrid learning environment: classroom and on-the-job activities with career advancement upon becoming certified.

Locations: After the trainee program the open position will be at the following locations.

• Acute Pharmacy Technician at BUMC Phoenix, 1111 E McDowell Road, Phoenix, AZ 85006.

Acute Pharmacy Technician Trainee

This position will work under the supervision of the pharmacist and other pharmacy personnel. Performs routine duties in packaging, distribution and record keeping of pharmaceutical supplies. Consistently demonstrates an ability to assess a situation, consider alternatives, and choose the appropriate course of action. Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients being served.

License: Pharmacy Technician Trainee Licensure or Pharmacy Technician Trainee Registration required. Apply for licensure at https://pharmacy.az.gov/  AZ fingerprint clearance card is required by the state when applying for a pharmacy technician license.

PTCB Exam: Cost of first exam will be paid for upon a passing score. Candidates must apply for the PTCB exam upon successful completion of the final exam on the last day of class. Must select a date to sit for the exam within 90 days of completion of the program.

Attendance: Personal time off requests during the learning program shall be minimized during the learning program and will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Banner Health offers many career opportunities for Pharmacy Technician Trainees. As a pharmacy technician at Banner Health, you will have the opportunity to become proficient in an acute Pharmacy setting. In addition, you will be able to work in a great environment with passionate team members who enjoy working in the pharmacy.

Location/Work schedule: Listed below in the job overview section.  Their shift (day, evening, or varied) will not be decided until after completion of the program. Trainees do not transition to night shift.

Banner Pharmacy Services is a recognized leader in healthcare and trusted partner in proactively providing innovative pharmacy services through excellence in integration, care coordination, medication management and services to make a difference in people's lives. Clinical Pharmacy Services is responsible for the management of the Banner formulary, development of standardized system wide clinical pharmacy services, and management of adverse drug event preventions. Clinical Pharmacy Services provides collaborative drug therapy management and educational interventions in patient care to optimize medication therapy, improve outcomes, promote wellness, and disease prevention. As a division, Banner Pharmacy services provides excellent patient care across our entire continuum through convenient access, improved medication outcomes and innovative pharmacy practices.

POSITION SUMMARY
This position will work under the supervision of the pharmacist and other pharmacy personnel. Performs routine duties in packaging, distribution and record keeping of pharmaceutical supplies. Consistently demonstrates an ability to assess a situation, consider alternatives, and choose the appropriate course of action. Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients being served.

CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Selects and/or prepares medications, under direct supervision, as indicated on the patient medication orders. Places medications in patient boxes or in designated area for pharmacist to check, sends/delivers medications to nursing units as required. May investigate missing medication requests.

 

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