Pharmacy Technician
Ascension Health
**Details**
+ **Department:** Inpatient Pharmacy
+ **Schedule:** PRN, Rotating Multiple Shifts (Day and Evening)
+ **Facility:** Ascension Saint Agnes Hospital
+ **Location:** Baltimore, MD
+ **Salary:** $20.63 - $27.64 per hour
**Benefits**
+ **Retirement:** 403(b) plan
+ **Well-being support:** Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
_Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process._
**Responsibilities**
Provide distributive pharmacy services and technical support for the pharmacist prior to receiving
certification.
+ Refill and maintain automated dispensing system.
+ Prepare order and maintain inventory for the pharmacy department.
+ Prepare sterile and non-sterile compounds.
+ Repackage bulk medications.
+ Receive and store incoming supplies.
+ Serve as liaison between pharmacy, patient and health professional by providing information byproviding information.
**Requirements**
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
+ Pharmacy Tech credentialed from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) preferred.
+ Pharmacy Tech credentialed from the National Healthcareer Association preferred.
Education:
+ High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate'sdegree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
**Additional Preferences**
+ **1-2 years of experience in a hospital or clinical setting**
+ **1 year of IV compounding experience required**
+ **Strong understanding of pharmaceutical calculations, drug classifications, and medical terminology**
+ **Familiarity with pharmacy laws, regulations, and best practices** **Knowledge of medication compounding procedures and aseptic techniques**
+ **Familiarity with drug interactions, contraindications, and side effects**
+ **Skilled in measuring, packaging, and labeling medications accurately**
+ **Strong communication skills for daily interaction with other healthcare professionals and colleagues**
+ **Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic healthcare environment**
+ **Knowledge of patient privacy laws and the ability to handle sensitive information confidentially**
**Why Join Our Team**
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
**Equal Employment Opportunity Employer**
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.
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