Job Description
Posting Description
We believe a career is more than just a career — it's a calling. Our teammates' "True North" is what calls them to health care; it’s their passion. At North Mississippi Health Services, we believe in helping you leverage and connect that passion with a much greater purpose that impacts people you know and love.
JOB SUMMARY
The Pharmacy Technician III at North Mississippi Health Services is responsible for collaborating with internal and external staff to uphold the hospital's mission and vision. The role encompasses filling medication orders, delivering medications, and maintaining accurate record-keeping. The position requires compliance with pharmaceutical guidelines, effective communication, and the ability to work independently under moderate supervision.
JOB FUNCTIONS
People:
- Interact with internal and external staff to promote the hospital’s mission and vision.
Service: - Assist Pharmacist in filling medication orders according to policy and procedures.
- Deliver medications.
- Responsible for admixing IV medications including chemotherapy and TPN’s (IV Lab position).
- Perform required record keeping.
Quality: - Responsible for dispensing medication in an accurate and efficient manner.
- Perform monthly review of inventory for out of date medications.
- Compliance with all 797 guidelines (for IV Lab position).
Financial: - Responsible for monitory medication inventory levels.
- Responsible for notifying appropriate personnel of supply needs.
- Responsible for daily restocking of medications.
Growth: - Routine interaction with departmental staff and supervisor to provided improvements to the medication process.
Qualifications
Education
High School Diploma or GED Equivalent Must possess a High School Diploma or equivalent. Required
Licenses and Certifications
. Must be currently certified at a Pharmacy Tech by the Pharmacy Tech Credentialing Board (PTCB). Upon Hire. Required And . Recertification yearly as required by the State Board of Pharmacy. Upon Hire. Required And . Must be currently registered or seeing registration (30 days from hire to complete) with the State Board of Pharmacy. within 30 Days. Required And . Must meet current Pharmacy regulation. Upon Hire. Required Or . In lieu of technician registration with the State Board of Pharmacy, a graduate from an accredited school of pharmacy pursuing licensure as a pharmacist is acceptable.. Upon Hire. Required And . must be registered with Board of Pharmacy as a student intern/extern. Upon Hire. Required And
Work Experience
1-3 years. Minimum of 3 years experience as a Pharmacy Technician; • Completion of an ASHP accredited program/Military Pharmacy Tech Program and 1 year experience as a Pharmacy Technician accepted • B.S. Degree and 1 year of experience as a Pharmacy Technician accepted. Required Or . If graduate from an accredited school of pharmacy pursuing licensure as a pharmacist , experiential hours is acceptable.. Required
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Ability to work well with a wide variety of people, required Good written and verbal communication skills; required Must be highly motivated in order to manage time appropriately Must understand multiple operational processes and possess multiple skills to perform the job Must be able to work independently under moderate supervision of a Pharmacist Must work closely with all Pharmacy team members and Healthcare professionals Must communicate daily with employees and depends who need prescriptions filled Good written and verbal communication
Physical Demands
A thorough completion of this section is needed for compliance with legal standards such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Standing. Frequently Walking. Frequently Sitting. Occasionally Lifting/Carrying. Occasionally 60 lbs Pushing/Pulling. Occasionally Climbing. Occasionally Balancing. Occasionally Stooping/Kneeling/Bending. Occasionally Reaching/Over Head Work. Occasionally Grasping. Frequently Speaking. Constantly Hearing. Constantly Repetitive Motions. Constantly Eye/Hand/Foot Coordinations. Frequently
Benefits A****vailable Continuing Education 403B Retirement Plan with Employer Match Contributions Pet, Identity Theft and Legal Services Insurance Wellness Programs and Incentives Referral Bonuses Employee Assistance Program Medical Benefits Dental Benefits Vision Benefits License + Certification Reimbursement Life, Long-Term and Short-Term Disability, Group Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance Employee Discount Program Other: Early Access to Earned Wages Tuition Assistance Relocation Assistance Paid Time Away Special Employee Rates at NMMC Wellness Centers
Schedule
North Mississippi Health Services (NMHS) is a diversified regional health care organization serving 24 counties in north Mississippi and northwest Alabama and is one of the largest employers in Mississippi with over 6,900 employees. NMHS covers a broad range of acute diagnostic and therapeutic services offered through North Mississippi Medical Center (NMMC) in Tupelo, Community Hospital System, and North Mississippi Medical Clinics. NMHS strives to improve the health for people in this region by providing conveniently accessible and cost-effective healthcare of the highest quality.
