L2 Pharm Tech - CS

Pharmacy Technician Level 3

Responsible for maintaining inventory and control of controlled substances, issue and delivery of these items, record preparation and record auditing, and serving as the primary resource individual for questions/requests for controlled substances. Competencies required for Pharmacy Technician Level 3 must be completed and successfully assessed within 6 months of start date and at annual evaluation thereafter.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements: Education, Experience, and Training: 1. Must meet all requirements of a Pharmacy Technician Level 2. 2. In addition to #1 - one of the following requirements must be met for minimum training or minimum experience in lieu of training: a. 12 months of Shands Pharmacy Technician Level 2 experience and completion of all required competencies b. 6 months of Shands Pharmacy Level 2 experience and one of the following: i. Two years hospital pharmacy experience ii. Three years retail pharmacy experience. 3. Successfully complete the National Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCB). 4. Demonstrate the ability to work independently. 5. Demonstrate the ability to contribute to effective working relationships. Job Knowledge: 1. Must know how to operate typewriter, calculator, and computer workstation. 2. Must demonstrate the ability to perform mathematical calculations required to prepare medications. Additional Requirement: As a condition of employment within the Pharmacy Services Department of Shands Hospital all employees must be accessible by telephone. This requires each employee to provide a valid telephone number to the department Staff Assistant, in order for the department to reach them in the event of hospital need and/or emergency. Licensure/Certification/Registration: 1. All Pharmacy Technicians must be registered with the Florida Board of Pharmacy as a Registered Pharmacy Technician or licensed Pharmacist Intern prior to their first day of employment. 2. Must present proof of current Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) status upon employment or obtain national pharmacy technician certification within the first 90 days.