Pharmacy Technician

Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a Pharmacy Technician today with HCA Florida Orange Park Hospital. Job Summary and Qualifications Position Summary and other duties as assigned: Job Summary - The Pharmacy Technician I is responsible for accurately performing all basic pharmacy technician functions in a timely manner. Pharmacy technicians assist pharmacists in preparing and distributing drugs, maintaining the drug inventory and maintenance of records. Pharmacy technicians work only under the supervision of a registered pharmacist. They do not perform duties that can legally be performed only by a registered pharmacist. The Pharmacy Technician identifies opportunities and participates in performance improvement activities as directed. The Pharmacy Technician is responsible for meeting JC standards, complying with all state and federal regulations, complying with corporate and hospital policy and procedures, managing supplies and equipment, promoting teamwork with pharmacists and all health care providers, promoting internal and external customer satisfaction, and strives for appropriate resource management. Key Interactions Pharmacists, other Pharmacy technicians, Nurses, Pharmacy Students, Pharmacy Interns and other Facility Staff Duties (included but not limited to) Identifies critical issues, prioritize workload and communicate to appropriate personnel any issues in a timely manner Completes all education requirements and/or other activities needed to maintain competency Interacts in person and by phone with hospital personnel politely and appropriately Accurately maintains required documentation logs Complies with facility policy and procedures and regulatory requirements Responsible for maintaining medication storage and security as per regulatory requirements throughout the organization Performs quality control and performance improvement functions as assigned Accurately performs and documents monthly medication storage area inspections as assigned Performs basic billing functions Completes basic OR charges in a timely manner as assigned Accurately performs required calculations Accurately and safely compounds and labels medications and parenteral admixtures Always utilizes aseptic techniques in the preparation of parenteral compounding Compliant with all USP 797 shift/daily/monthly requirements (i.e. Cleaning laminar airflow cabinets and biological safety cabinets, wearing personal protective equipment, etc.) Always obtains a final check from the pharmacist before releasing any prepared parenteral compounds, before packaging any medication, or dispensing any medication Prepares all work records needed for day at their designated times including the Discontinued, Transfers, and Discharges Lists of parenteral preparations and efficiently processes these reports before they are dispensed to the patient care areas Accurately transports medications and other pharmacy supplies in a timely manner to appropriate areas Accurately fills orders in the pharmacy Processes medication returns and restocking to the pharmacy Provide basic technical support for automated dispensing machines and other pharmacy computer systems Performs daily ADC routines as assigned (i.e. restocks, outdates, discrepancy resolution, loading and unloading, etc.) Replenishes ADCs, emergency cart trays and floor stock accurately and as needed Accurately packages and prepares medications for dispensing as assigned Appropriately and timely notifies the pharmacy inventory manager of products that need to be reordered Complies with ongoing processes to monitor outdates as per policy and procedures Performs receiving and check in of medication/supply orders as defined in policy and notifies the pharmacy inventory manager of any shortages, overages or damages of product Manages drug supplies in a cost effective manner and identifies opportunities to minimize waste Perform other duties as assigned Practice and adhere to the "Code of Conduct" philosophy and "Mission and Value Statement" Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Demonstrates basic operational knowledge in a moderate range of areas Applies known solutions to a limited range of predictable problems Applies and performs a defined range of skills and tasks where choice between a limited range of options is required Assess and record information from varied sources Take responsibility for own work outputs Education Hospital Pharmacy experience preferred. National Certification (CPhT) required. Active Registered pharmacy technician, as per State requirements, in good standing with the appropriate State Board of Pharmacy. (PharmTech) Pharmacy Technician License Experience No Travel Required 6 months experience Required Benefits Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services Wellbeing support , including free counseling and referral services Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence Savings and retirement resources , including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts Learn more about Employee Benefits Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. HCA Florida Orange Park Hospital has been delivering exceptional healthcare services since 1974, connecting patients with highly skilled doctors and cutting-edge technology. As a prominent acute care facility in the area with over 400 beds, we have been at the forefront of healthcare for nearly 50 years. Situated in Orange Park, we cater to the medical needs of Clay County and neighboring communities. Recognized as the preferred healthcare provider in northeast Florida for patients, staff, and physicians, we specialize in advanced robotics, open heart procedures, maternity and delivery services, as well as pediatric and adult care, among many other essential services. At HCA Florida Orange Park Hospital, our commitment to a family-like atmosphere extends to our patients, our team, and our community. We are dedicated to collaboration because we believe that our patients receive the safest and most compassionate care when we work together. HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in costs for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses. "The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient's family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual." - Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. #J-18808-Ljbffr HCA Florida Orange Park Hospital