Pharmacy Tech-Certified

Summary

• JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE

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

• DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

  • Samaritan Specialty Pharmacy serves the specialty drug needs for patients in the Mid-Willamette Valley and Central Oregon Coast. We have an experienced and dedicated team of clinical pharmacists, pharmacy technicians and advocates who work directly with specialist physicians and clinics. Our pharmacy’s mission is to provide patients convenient and affordable access to specialty drugs as well as ongoing monitoring and medication management support.

• 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. 

  • Specialty Pharmacy Technician (if applicable):

    • Ability to read, understand, translate and enter prescription orders into the pharmacy management system.

    • Basic working knowledge of diseases and the drugs that the pharmacy dispenses.

• 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 - INCLINE LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 40 - 60 Lbs LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 20 - 40 Lbs LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 40 – 60 Lbs CARRY 2-handed, 40 - 60 pounds SQUAT Static (hold >30 sec) KNEEL (on knees) PUSH (40 - 60 pounds force) PULL (40 - 60 pounds force)	WALK – LEVEL SURFACE LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0 - 20 Lbs LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 20 - 40 Lbs LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 – 20 Lbs CARRY 2-handed, 20 - 40 pounds SQUAT Repetitive BEND FORWARD at waist PUSH (0 - 20 pounds force) PUSH (20 - 40 pounds force) PULL (0 - 20 pounds force) PULL (20 - 40 pounds force)	SIT STAND CLIMB - STAIRS LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs LIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 Lbs CARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds ROTATE TRUNK Sitting ROTATE TRUNK Standing REACH - Upward PINCH Fingers GRASP Hand/Fist	REACH - Forward MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wrists FINGER DEXTERITY