Inpatient Pharmacy Technician
Sentara4 months ago
Virginia Beach, VA, United States
On-site
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)
Job Description
Position Overview
Sentara is hiring an Inpatient Pharmacy Technician at Virginia Beach General Hospital. This full time position (40 hrs/wk) offers a rotating shift schedule with operating hours from 6am to 11pm (with occasional overnight coverage), every other weekend work, and holiday rotation. $5,000 Sign on Bonus for Qualified Candidates!
The role involves performing care delivery and dispensing under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist or licensed independent practitioner while ensuring quality patient care throughout the hospital.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform care delivery and dispensing under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist or licensed independent practitioner.
- Fill and deliver medications under proper supervision.
- Ensure adequate supplies are available for continuous patient care.
- Triage and escalate questions or issues outside the pharmacy technician's scope of practice as needed.
- Utilize appropriate systems for processing patient information.
- Maintain quality assurance in accordance with departmental and legal requirements.
- Operate pharmacy equipment appropriately.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Virginia Pharmacy Tech License (Required)
- Valid pharmacy technician license in the state of practice
Preferred Qualifications
- CPhT License (Received through the NHA or PTCB)
- 2 Years Pharmacy Experience
Benefits & Perks
- $5,000 Sign on Bonus for qualified candidates
- Rotating shift schedule with comprehensive coverage, including occasional overnight shifts
- Work onsite at Virginia Beach General Hospital
- Competitive work schedule with every other weekend and holiday rotation
Required Skills
IV Room Preparation
Quality Assurance
Team Collaboration
Inventory Management
Medication Dispensing
Pharmacy Operations
Patient Care
Rotating Shifts