Pharmacy Technician - Mcalester

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General Description:

The Inpatient Pharmacy Technician II is a mid‑level role responsible for performing a wide range of inpatient pharmacy technician duties related to medication preparation, distribution, inventory management, and sterile compounding under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist. This role demonstrates increasing independence, supports daily inpatient pharmacy operations, and serves as a resource and mentor to Pharmacy Technician I staff.

Essential Responsibilities:

Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position.  Inability to perform these responsibilities, with or without an accommodation, may result in disqualification from the position. 

• Prepares, labels, and delivers medications accurately and timely under pharmacist supervision.

• Independently fills automated dispensing cabinets (ADCs), unit dose cassettes, and medication carts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with established procedures.

• Performs sterile and non‑sterile compounding, including IV admixtures, chemotherapy, and total parenteral nutrition (TPN) in accordance with USP 797/800, and departmental standards.

• Restocks and maintains crash carts, emergency kits, and decentralized pharmacy locations according to established schedules and documentation requirements.

• Accurately enters, fills, and documents medication orders in the pharmacy information system and electronic medical record.

• Assists with batch preparation of sterile products and supports workflow in the IV room or other assigned areas.

• Maintains cleanliness, organization, and inventory within assigned pharmacy work areas, including IV rooms and satellite locations.

• Troubleshoots routine issues with automated dispensing cabinets, barcode scanning, and medication distribution workflows.

• Monitors medication inventory levels, expiration dates, and usage trends to prevent shortages or waste, escalating concerns as appropriate.

• Assists with receiving, checking in, and shelving medications and supplies from vendors.

• Participates in daily physical inventory counts and reports unreconciled discrepancies promptly to pharmacy leadership.

• Communicates effectively with pharmacists, nurses, and other healthcare staff to resolve routine medication‑related issues.

• Assists with onboarding and training Pharmacy Technician I staff by demonstrating proper procedures and reinforcing safety and workflow expectations.

• Complies with all regulatory, safety, infection control, and quality standards.

• Completes annual skills assessments and competency validations.

General Responsibilities:

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: High school diploma or GED required.

Experience: At least three (3) years of experience as a pharmacy technician required.

License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: Active permit as a Pharmacy Technician by the Oklahoma State Board of Pharmacy within 6 weeks of hire.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:  

• Proficient computer and math skills applicable to inpatient pharmacy operations.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to read, interpret, and apply written procedures and policies.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

• Customer service–oriented mindset.

• EMR documentation experience.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast‑paced inpatient healthcare environment.

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OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.