Pharmacy Technician II Certified Acute Care

The Pharmacy Technician II Certified Acute Care works under the moderate supervision of a registered pharmacist and performs a variety of tasks including but not limited to:

• Aseptic compounding activities required to dispense IV compounding prescriptions
• Recording medication histories
• Activities required to receive, dispense, and deliver non-controlled and controlled medications to provide quality, safe patient care.

Essential Job Function Performs various tasks which may include:

• Compounding hazardous and non-hazardous IV medications

• Evaluating for accuracy

• Receiving, preparing, distributing, and disposing of medication in compliance with current standards under the close supervision of a licensed pharmacist

• Interviewing patients to obtain an accurate and complete medication history based on organization standard

• Navigates electronic medical records to gather pertinent information to assist with pharmacy activities.

• Operates pharmacy systems technology and automation to assist with medication preparation.

• Completes medication regulatory and compliance activities.

• Communicates effectively with other health care professionals and delivers quality customer service.

• Serves as a mentor in the training and orientation of new employees.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

• Required: High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience

• Required: 2 years or Successful completion (graduation) of CH accredited technician training program

Licensure/Certification/Listing

• Pharmacy Technician certification through PTCB or NHA prior to hire.
• Registered with the NC Board of Pharmacy within 30 days of hire.