Pharmacy Technician II - Mon Health

Preston Memorial Hospital, located in beautiful Kingwood, WV, less than 30 miles from Morgantown, WV, is a rural hospital with vision, diversity, stability and a future. At PMH, we have one simple mission: To enhance the health of the communities we serve, one person at a time. Our 300 plus dedicated and caring employees are encouraged to employ their talents and abilities to solve any challenge faced by our patients and the surrounding community.

While many hospitals, especially rural hospitals, are closing because of ever declining reimbursement for the services they provide, Preston Memorial Hospital continues to get stronger by offering new programs, new services, and operating more efficiently. Besides providing excellent healthcare services, Preston Memorial also is a strong contributor to the county's economic status as it is the third largest employer in Preston County.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direct supervision of the Licensed Pharmacist and according to law, policy, and standard procedures dispenses and delivers medications and pharmaceutical supplies. Compounds sterile and non-sterile products as required. Fills orders, picks and delivers restocks for automated dispensing machines (ADMs); provides basic trouble shooting of ADMs; pre-packs both hazardous and non-hazardous medications; enters charges and credits into computer; makes rounds to deliver and return medications and IVs; and performs other technical duties as assigned.

Demonstrates leadership in the training of new employees as evidenced by the trainees’ thorough and efficient attainment of competencies.

Demonstrates advanced skills, which may include sterile compounding of Oncology chemotherapeutics, competency in patient-interview skills to obtain accurate medication histories, or completion of specialized training in other areas of expertise.

EDUCATION

High school diploma or GED.

Graduation from a pharmacy technician training program is preferred.

EXPERIENCE

Employment at Preston Memorial Hospital inpatient pharmacy for at least 1 year, and a minimum of 1,000 hours in the previous 12 months; or upon hire meets the minimum experience including a minimum of 1 years in an advanced pharmacy technician role.

CERTIFICATIONS/ LICENSURE

Pharmacy Tech-In-Training, Pharmacy Technician or Pharmacy Intern registered in the state of West Virginia, or ability to reciprocate to West Virginia.

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