Job Information
Catholic Health Initiatives Certified Pharmacy Technician in Chattanooga, Tennessee
Overview
CHI Memorial Hospital now part of CommonSpirit Health formed between Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health is once again the only hospital in the Chattanooga area to be named a Best Regional Hospital by U.S. News & World Report. We are proud to be the regional referral center of choice providing health care throughout Southeast Tennessee and North Georgia. We offer the following benefits to support you and your family: On-site childcare with extended hours Care@Work premium account for additional support with children pets dependent adults and household needs Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family Paid Time Off (PTO) Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Flexible spending accounts Voluntary Protection: Group Accident Critical Illness and Identify Theft Adoption Assistance Tuition Assistance for career growth and development Matching 401(k) and 457(b) Retirement Programs Wellness Program Additional incentives for eligible full time day shift and night shift opportunities
Responsibilities
PRN
As our Certified Pharmacy Tech at CHI Memorial now part of CommonSpirit Health formed between Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health you'll help our patients feel better by providing safe and effective medications to them. You'll help our doctors and nurses feel better knowing that you are providing accurate and timely medication to patients.
You'll build trust each day by being extremely thorough and accurate at all times. Patient safety is your top priority so you do everything you can to ensure all prescriptions are authentic prepared correctly both in medication type and dosing and are dispensed appropriately under the Pharmacist's guidance. You follow all safety protocols including those intended to prevent infection and you keep a clean work area at all times. You are eager to learn or help out in any way needed to keep the pharmacy running smoothly and get our patients their medications.
Receive prescriptions and verify their accuracy and authenticity. Check pricing insurance payment policies etc. as needed.
Prepare prescriptions - fill Rx bottles mix IV infusions etc.
Review inventory and order/restock as needed under direction from the Pharmacist.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment at all times.
Maintain meticulous records and patient confidentiality.
Support the Pharmacist in the day-to-day operation and maintenance of the pharmacy.
Qualifications
Graduate of ASHP accredited Pharmacy Technician Program and Associate Degree or Equivalent Experience
TN Board of Pharmacy Technician License. Licensure must be received within 90 days from the first day of employment.
National Certification.
Biennial Completion of 20 hours of ACPE-certified pharmacy technician specific training Excellent verbal and written communication. Excellent knowledge of drug names desired with the expectation of continuing education on new drugs. Must be available to work rotating shifts and weekends.
Pay Range
$17.04 - $23.43 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.