Overview
Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Pharmacy Technician, where you will play a vital role in supporting patient care and medication management within LTC (Long-Term Care), hospital, and acute care settings. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work alongside healthcare professionals, ensuring safe and efficient medication dispensing, preparation, and patient service. Your expertise will directly impact patient outcomes by providing accurate medication support, including IV infusion and aseptic techniques, in fast-paced clinical environments. We are committed to fostering a collaborative atmosphere that values your skills and dedication.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and dispense medications accurately in accordance with medical orders, including IV infusions and aseptic techniques for sterile preparations.
- Assist pharmacists with medication intake, verification, and inventory management to ensure timely availability of pharmaceuticals.
- Provide exceptional patient service by answering medication-related questions and supporting patient care initiatives.
- Support critical care and acute care teams by understanding medical terminology and assisting with medication administration protocols.
- Maintain meticulous records of medication dispensing, administration, and inventory logs to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Collaborate with healthcare providers to facilitate smooth medication workflows within hospital or LTC pharmacy settings.
- Ensure adherence to safety procedures during medication preparation and handling, emphasizing aseptic techniques and infection control measures.
Experience
- Previous pharmacy technician experience in LTC pharmacy or hospital environments is highly preferred.
- Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology, medication administration processes, and pharmacy operations.
- Experience working within critical care or acute care settings enhances your ability to support complex patient needs.
- Familiarity with IV infusion preparation and aseptic techniques is essential for sterile compounding tasks.
- Strong patient service orientation with excellent communication skills to effectively assist patients and healthcare teams.
- Proven ability to manage intake processes, inventory control, and documentation accurately under pressure. Join us in making a difference by ensuring safe, efficient, and compassionate medication support for patients in diverse healthcare settings!
Pay: $16.00 - $23.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
