Pharmacy Tech
- Waterloo, IA, United States
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Job details
- Education
- High school diploma
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Employment Type:
Full timeShift:
Day Shift
Description:
As a Pharmacy Technician, you'll support pharmacists in providing safe, accurate, and timely medication services for patients. Responsibilities may include:
- Preparing and dispensing medications under the supervision of a pharmacist
- Receiving prescription orders and processing refill requests
- Entering and maintaining accurate patient and prescription information
- Packaging and delivering medications to patients or patient care areas
- Managing medication and supply inventory, including ordering, receiving, stocking, and monitoring supplies
- Assisting with insurance billing and prescription claims processing
- Maintaining pharmacy records and documentation
- Answering phones and assisting customers with routine inquiries
- Supporting a clean, organized, and efficient pharmacy environment
- Monitoring inventory levels and medication expiration dates
- Assisting with staff training and department operations as needed
Inpatient Pharmacy Responsibilities (where applicable)
- Prepare sterile IV medications and admixtures
- Restock medications in patient care areas
- Replenish automated medication dispensing systems
- Deliver medications to nursing units and patient care areas
- Monitor and maintain medication inventory throughout the hospital
Schedule
- Full-time position
- 8-hour shifts with a 30-minute lunch break
- Rotating start times may include: 6:00 AM 6:30 AM 7:30 AM 8:30 AM
- Must be available to work between 6:00 AM and 5:00 PM based on departmental needs
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required
- Registered with the Iowa Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacy Technician or Pharmacy Intern within 30 days of hire
- Pharmacy Technician Certification required within 12 months of Board registration
- Valid Iowa driver's license required if job duties involve driving
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Excellent customer service and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Basic computer proficiency required
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
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Skills
- Pharmacy technician
- Packaging
- Patient care
- Stocking
- Claims processing
- Documentation
- Assist customers
- Staff training
- Attention to detail
- Organizational skills
- Customer service
- Communication skills
- Work independently
- Person centred care