Certified Pharmacy Technician - Kootenai Health

Position Summary

As a certified pharmacy technician, prepares, compounds, and dispenses medical orders/prescriptions under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist.

Responsibilities

• May be expected to perform some clerical duties relating to the department
• Receives and stores incoming supplies
• Verifies stock and enters data in the computer to maintain inventory records
• Communicates effectively with customers
• Performs a variety of tasks
• Typically reports to a supervisor or manager
• Performs other related duties as assigned
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field
• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function
• Competent in meeting age specific needs of the patients served

Requirements and Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Graduate of a Pharmacy Technician training program or equivalent work experience preferred
• Must have a Certified Pharmacy Technician license with the Idaho Board of Pharmacy
• Must have at least one year of experience as a Pharmacy Technician
• Demonstrated ability to use computer skills including keyboarding and practical data entry into data based software programs
• BLS required. Current AHA Healthcare provider, American Red Cross, AHA Health Saver or KH BLS during General Orientation

Working Conditions

• Must be able to lift or move up to 25 lbs
• Must be able to maintain a standing position 
• Typical equipment used in a clinical job
• Must be able to stoop, crouch, or bend

About Kootenai Health

Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed health care organization, serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as both an employer and a health care provider. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions including being recognized as a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet™ Status for Nursing Excellence.

As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:

• 100% employer-paid health insurance premiums for full-time employees. Part-time employees pay only a small portion a month for medical, dental, and vision coverage. Benefits start 1^st of the month following 30 days of employment
• A tuition assistance program is available after 90 days. If you want to further your education, we'll help you pay for it
• Kootenai Health will match your contributions in a defined contribution retirement plan based on years of service ranging from 3-6 percent. Kootenai Health will contribute an amount equal to two percent of your gross earnings
• Competitive salaries with night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials
• An award-winning and incentive-driven wellness program. Including a MyHealth corporate team, onsite financial seminars, and coaching
• Employees receive discounts at The Wellness Bar, PEAK Fitness, various cell phone carriers, and more
• Robust employee bonus program
• And much more

If you strive to be an integral part of a high-quality healthcare system like Kootenai Health, we want to meet you!

Apply today! Please reach out to your Recruiter or the HR Front Desk with any questions.

Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.

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