Pharmacy Tech Inpatient

Pharmacy Technician

Assists pharmacists in medication preparation and labeling activities. Performs a broad range of technical support functions under the supervision of a registered pharmacist.

The Pharmacy teams at Samaritan Health Services are staffed by the area's leading experts on thousands of medications and make decisions that help optimize a patient's drug therapy.

Experience/Education/Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required. One (1) of the following required:

• Current unencumbered Certified Oregon Pharmacy Technician License.
• Currently enrolled first year PharmD student in good standing with an accredited pharmacy school and current unencumbered Oregon Board of Pharmacy Intern license.

Successful completion of Medical Pharmacy Technician course preferred. All job offers are contingent upon the candidate passing a pre-employment/post offer drug screen.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Communication - Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues. Ability to perform group presentations and listen to and understand complex information and ideas.

Computer Literacy - Knowledge of electronic equipment and computer hardware, software, and applications. Ability to operate applications, enter data, and process information.

Customer Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

Time Management - Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to complete within required time frames and to follow-up on pending issues. Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast-paced environments and under pressure.

Clerical - Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.

Physical Demands

Rarely (1 - 10% of the time) - Occasionally (11 - 33% of the time) - Frequently (34 - 66% of the time) - Continually (67 100% of the time)

WALK - INCLINELIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 40 - 60 LbsLIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 20 - 40 LbsLIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 40 60 LbsCARRY 2-handed, 40 - 60 poundsSQUAT Static (hold >30 sec)KNEEL (on knees)PUSH (40 - 60 pounds force)PULL (40 - 60 pounds force) - WALK LEVEL SURFACELIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0 - 20 LbsLIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 20 - 40 LbsLIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 20 LbsCARRY 2-handed, 20 - 40 poundsSQUAT RepetitiveBEND FORWARD at waistPUSH (0 - 20 pounds force)PUSH (20 - 40 pounds force)PULL (0 - 20 pounds force)PULL (20 - 40 pounds force) - SITSTANDCLIMB - STAIRSLIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 LbsLIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 LbsCARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 poundsCARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 poundsROTATE TRUNK SittingROTATE TRUNK StandingREACH - UpwardPINCH FingersGRASP Hand/Fist - REACH - ForwardMANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wristsFINGER DEXTERITY