Pharmacy Technician

About the Role

• Shift: 07:00-17:30, 7 on / 7 off

Key Responsibilities

• Procure, prepare, package, distribute, and dispose of medications and pharmaceutical supplies under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist.
• Maintain and re-order an established inventory of drugs and commonly used supplies.
• Maintain competency and follow departmental, USP, DEA, and FDA guidelines when repackaging and compounding pharmaceutical products.
• Operate, troubleshoot, monitor, and clean departmental automation and equipment.
• Ensure pharmacist product verification and facilitate timely medication distribution.
• Maintain accurate records and patient profiles, including charging and crediting.
• Respond to customer needs, including answering phone calls, receiving/distributing messages, and triaging requests.
• Implement time management and prioritization for safe patient care.
• Assist with operational support, including housekeeping, cleaning, disinfecting, and decontaminating work areas.
• Conduct quality assurance inspections focused on TJC requirements, including product integrity and expiration.
• Maintain competency and follow departmental, OSHA, USP, and EPA guidelines for handling, preparing, distributing, and disposing of hazardous and non-hazardous products.
• Participate in professional activities and organizations.
• Complete all required training and competency assessments.
• Attend educational in-services.
• Assist in the orientation and training of new personnel.
• Serve as a resource for less experienced staff, providing technical information and guidance.
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (preferred).
• Successful completion of an ASHP accredited technician training program or enrollment in a professional-related school (preferred).
• 6 months experience as a Pharmacy Technician or completion of ASHP-accredited tech training program (preferred).
• Current CPhT certification through PTCB or NHA.
• Active Georgia Pharmacy Technician registration, or current enrollment in an accredited School of Pharmacy with a current Georgia Pharmacy Intern license.
• Must maintain certification and registration through the entire length of employment.

Physical Requirements

• Medium-Heavy lifting: 36-75 lbs (occasionally); 20-35 lbs (frequently); 10-20 lbs (constantly).
• Lifting 75 lbs max.
• Carrying objects up to 35 lbs.
• Occasional to frequent standing & walking.
• Occasional sitting.
• Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing).
• Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

Environmental Factors

• Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks.
• Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure, Bio-hazardous waste, Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors, Communicable diseases, Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work.
• Travel may be required.
• Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators may be required.