Pharmacy Technician II

Job Posting Title Pharmacy Technician II Agency 650 DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS Supervisory Organization Lawton/Ft. Sill Veterans Home Job Posting End Date Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank. Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above. Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank) Full/Part-Time Full time Job Type Regular Compensation USD $15.45 Hour Job Description Basic Purpose Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities for assisting in filling prescriptions and dispensing drugs in a state institution or hospital, may compound drugs under close supervision, or may serve as the operations manager for the pharmacy. Typical Functions The functions performed in this job family will vary by level, unit and organization, but may include the following: Assists pharmacist in filling prescriptions and counting pills; uses electronic pill counter; including typing or printing labels and posting all information on appropriate records Distributes filled and labeled prescriptions Cleans and maintains pharmaceutical equipment; prepares standard solutions Ensures inventory control standards are maintained according to the State Board of Pharmacy regulations. This includes ensuring drug supplies are used according to dates; removal of outdated supplies from stock; requisitioning supplies; receiving and completing inventory reports for requisitioned medical and surgical supplies; reconciliation of medications; and checking incoming supplies for dates, dosage and conformance with requisition Coordinates and schedules staff according to workload Maintains licensures, required pharmacy documentation, and filing systems as required according to agency policies, federal and state laws and regulations, and other governing entities Ensures pharmacy is in compliance with the Joint Commission (JCAHO), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), and other governing rules, laws, or policies Serves as the pharmacy operations manager Performs other related duties as assigned consistent with the responsibilities of the position and agency operations. Level Descriptor Levels are distinguished based on the complexity of assigned duties, the level of expertise required for completion of work assignments, and the responsibility assigned for the supervision of others. This is the career level where employees are assigned responsibilities for assisting registered pharmacists in filling prescriptions, maintaining an inventory of drugs and medicines, and other related technical duties. Limited responsibilities may be assigned for providing assistance to pharmacy clerks. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required at this level include knowledge of the pharmaceutical inventory system; of basic pharmacology; procedures followed in filling, labeling, and distributing medical prescriptions; methods and devices used to dispense medications; and the supply procurement procedures. Ability is required to follow pharmacist's instructions precisely; and to complete necessary records on drug supply and issuance. Candidates must possess sufficient proficiency in the English language to perform the essential functions of the position. Education and Experience Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of two years of experience as a pharmacy clerk and possession of a pharmacy technician permit issued by the Oklahoma Board of Pharmacy and/or other recognized pharmacy technician certification board as required by the hiring entity; or an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting the completion of thirty semester hours of college course work for each year of the required experience. Special Requirements Some agencies may have determined positions in this job family to be safety sensitive as defined by 63 O.S. § 427.8. Equal Opportunity Employment The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability. Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub. If you are needing any extra assistance or have any questions relating to a job you have applied for, please click the link below and find the agency for which you applied for additional information: Agency Contact Oklahoma State Government is the largest employer in the state of Oklahoma, employing over 35,000 diverse and talented employees in more than 100 state agencies, boards and commissions. Our workplaces can be found across the state from Boise City to Idabel, Hollis to Miami, and everywhere in between. To learn more about our state agencies, visit here. Industries: Government Administration Worker Size: 10,001+ Employees Headquarters: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Utilizing the Office of Veterans Placement provides eligible veterans additional services and interview opportunities for State of Oklahoma employment. Visit the webpage for additional details and information on how to apply.