Pharmacy Technician

Monument Health

  • Rapid City, SD
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 7 days ago
Current Employees:If you are a current employee, please apply via the internal career site by logging into your and clicking the "Career" icon on your homepage.Primary Location Rapid City, SD USADepartment RCH PharmacyScheduled Weekly Hours 20Starting Pay Rate Range $21.46 - $26.82(Determined by the knowledge, skills, and experience of the applicant.)Job Summary Assists the pharmacist in daily pharmaceutical care by preparing medications in a complete and timely manner and in accordance with policies and regulations. Performs Tech-Check-Tech duties as outlined in the TCT Program.Monument Health offers competitive wages and benefits on qualifying positions. Some of those benefits can include:*Supportive work culture*Medical, Vision and Dental Coverage*Retirement Plans, Health Savings Account, and Flexible Spending Account*Instant pay is available for qualifying positions*Paid Time Off Accrual Bank*Opportunities for growth and advancement*Tuition assistance/reimbursement*Excellent pay differentials on qualifying positions (extra pay for working evening, nights or weekends)*Flexible schedulingJob DescriptionEssential Functions:
  • Assists pharmacists in the preparation and distribution of medications.
  • Completes billing within the appropriate time frame assuring accurate charges with correct date of service in designated areas.
  • Labels and packages medications appropriately. Prepares medications in a timely manner to expedite delivery to the patient.
  • Operates automated technology (Automated Dispensing Cabinets, carousel, compounders, packager, printers, etc.) in accordance with department standards and expectations.
  • Acts as a resource for new pharmacy caregivers.
  • Performs aseptic compounding of parenteral admixtures and other sterile dosage forms with the appropriate aseptic technique.
  • Understands and follows standards of practice regarding hazardous medications.
  • Passes and maintains Tech-Check-Tech exam and validation tests and audits.
  • All other duties as assigned.
Additional RequirementsRequired:
Education - High School Diploma/GED EquivalentCertification - Registration within 30 days of hire - South Dakota Board of Pharmacy; Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB)Experience - 1+ years of Pharmaceutical ExperiencePreferred:Education - Associates degree in Health Related FieldCertification - Hazardous Drug Management Certification - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board; Technician Product Verification (Tech-Check-Tech) Certification - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) (PTCB)Physical Requirements: Medium work - exerting up to 10 pounds of force constantly (67-100% of the time), and/or up to 25 pounds of force frequently (34-66% of the time), and or up to 50 pounds of force occassionally (up to 33% of the time), and/or up to 50 pounds seldomly to move objects. Possible exposure to radiation and frequent exposure to contaminated needles and infectious body substances. Requires the ability to work designated shift lengths (including 8 and 12 hours), which may include night shifts or occasional irregular hours.Job Category Clinical CareJob Family PharmacyShiftEmployee Type Regular10 Monument Health Rapid City Hospital, Inc.Make a difference. Every day.Monument Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

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