LD Pharmacy Technician

Pharmacy Technician Specialist

If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One! We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we've served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South.

The Pharmacy Technician Specialist performs specialty functions, as assigned, in support of pharmacy operations. Also performs the duties of a certified pharmacy technician in the daily pharmacy operations as needed. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence.

A Brief Overview The LD Pharmacy Tech is responsible for assisting in the planning, organizing, directing and controlling of Pharmacy Technician operational activities through the Pharmacy Department and the hospital in accordance with professional and MLH standards of practice. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

What You Will Do

• Directs and monitors workflow of other technicians in conjunction with Pharmacy Coordinator or Pharmacy Manager. Prepares and coordinates work schedules and staffing and answers questions and resolves issues when needed.
• Assists in hiring and training of new Associates.
• Assists Pharmacy Administration in planning, organizing, implementing, and controlling activities and operations for pharmacy services throughout the department and the hospital.
• Assists Pharmacy Administration in development and implementation of plans to control costs and improve area operations.
• Assists Pharmacy Administration in leadership, in maintaining productive efficient workflow, and in promoting cooperation among individuals and groups. Provides guidance and leadership to promote teamwork by exhibiting a good work ethic and a positive attitude. Takes a leadership role in absence of Lead Pharmacist or Manager.
• Performs other job functions as assigned or requested.

Education/Formal Training Requirements

• Required - High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Preferred - Associates Degree
• Preferred - Bachelor's Degree
• Preferred - Technical Degree or Diploma Pharmacy Technician

Work Experience Requirements

• Required - Certified Pharmacy Tech 1-3 years
• Preferred - Superivisory or Management

Licenses and Certifications Requirements

• Required - Pharmacy Technician - Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Pharmacy
• Required - Certified Pharmacy Technician - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board
• Preferred - Pharmacy Technician - Mississippi - Mississippi Board of Pharmacy
• Preferred - Certified Pharmacy Technician- ExCPT - National Healthcareer Association

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• perform complex pharmaceutical calculations;
• practice within the established role for pharmacy technicians in organized health care settings;
• effectively use medical terminology, drug nomenclature, symbols and abbreviations associated with pharmacy practice;
• explain the operation of the drug distribution system in organized health care settings;
• explain basic pharmacology and pharmacologic principles;
• understand aseptic technique.
• perform complex pharmaceutical calculations;
• practice within the established role for pharmacy technicians in organized health care settings;
• use medical terminology, drug nomenclature, symbols and abbreviations associated with pharmacy practice;
• complete technical functions of the drug distribution system for organized health care settings;
• apply basic pharmacology and pharmacologic principles;
• prepare sterile products;
• complete order entry procedures.

Supervision Provided by This Position

• Provides day-to-day guidance and assigns work to Pharmacy Techs.

Physical Demands

• The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.
• Must have good balance and coordination.
• The physical requirements of this position are: medium work - exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 25 lbs. of force frequently.
• The Associate is required to have close visual acuity including color, depth perception, and field of vision to perform an activity, such as assessing patients, preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading.
• Frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact.
• Exposure to patient body fluids as well as exposure to hazardous or poisonous materials.
• Ability to react quickly to emergency situations.

Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity.

Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community.