Pharmacy Tech - FT

Job Description

Havasu Regional Medical Center

$4,000 Sign On Bonus

Who We Are :

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Havasu Regional Medical Center is a 171-bed hospital that offers a broad scope of services in major medical disciplines.

A medical staff of more than 33 affiliated physicians represents a broad cross-section of expertise in 31 medical specialties.

Where We Are :

Lake Havasu City has earned the reputation as the outdoor recreation mecca of the southwest. Blessed by an ideal climate, captivating scenery, beautiful yet rugged mountains, tranquil desert and the azure waters of the Colorado River, Lake Havasu's 45-mile long lake is an oasis of natural beauty.

Why Choose Us :

• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
• Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
• Employee Assistance Program mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement / Assistance for qualified applicants
• Professional Development and Growth Opportunities
• And much more

Position Summary :

• The Pharmacy Technician provides supportive pharmaceutical tasks for the Pharmacy Department; maintains an optimal level of pharmaceutical inventory through application of effective purchasing procedures with the appropriate contract vendors;
• develops and maintains external contacts which include medical service representatives from pharmaceutical companies, medical supply companies, professional peers from other Arizona / California / Nevada hospitals, local retail pharmacy outlets, customer service representatives from pharmacy computer vendor and automated dispensing cabinet support departments, and state and federal certification inspectors;
• performs specific activities required to handle medications in an effective and timely manner; assures appropriate storage and accurate delivery of needed medications;
• displays comprehensive knowledge of, and conforms to, hospital and department policies and procedures as well as state, federal and TJC pharmacy regulations and standards;
• works to optimize medication-related quality in the hospital; maintains required compliance documentation; promotes positive customer relations and actively contributes to a supportive and cooperative work environment within and outside the Pharmacy Department;

protects health and safety of patients and staff by proper handling of chemicals and drugs; and performs other related duties as assigned.

Reports to : Pharmacy Director

FLSA : Non-exempt

Minimum Qualifications :

Minimum Education

High School Diploma or GED preferred.

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Required Licenses

Arizona, United States Pharmacy Technician

AZ pharmacy technician license required on hire

PTCB certification required on hire

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Required Skills

Must have strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills. Effective human relations skills are required for interfacing with team members, all levels of staff, physicians, patients, families and other contacts.

Must possess the ability to effectively function in a stressful environment. Must possess the ability to use the following equipment;

Telephone / Overhead Paging System / Fax Machine / Calculator / Computer. As pertinent to the position, must be able to use computer, telephone, calculator and adapt to new technology as it becomes available and necessary for the job.

Must have a positive attitude, even temperament in stress / conflict situations.

EEOC Statement :

Havasu Regional Medical Center is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment : Minority / Female / Disabled / Protected Veteran