POSITION SUMMARY

Certified pharmacy technicians assist pharmacists in preparing and distributing medications, maintaining the drug inventory, and maintaining patient records. Certified pharmacy technicians work only under the supervision of a registered pharmacist. They do not perform duties that can legally be performed only by a registered pharmacist. Repetitive use of hands and fingers (e.g., preparing IV admixtures, use of a computer keyboard). May require lifting and carrying light loads (up to 40 lbs.), including boxes, equipment, and IV solutions and stooping or kneeling (e.g., to pick up items from the floor, to remove and replace items on the lower shelves, and to file documents in lower file drawers). Walking or standing for long periods of time (4-8 hours) is often necessary. Must be able to physically operate the equipment used for the job.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Registration with the Arkansas State Board of Pharmacy. National Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT) is required.

SPECIFIC EDUCATIONAL AND SKILL COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

High school diploma or equivalent. College courses desirable but not required. 2-3 years pharmacy technician experienced preferred, but not required. Ability to work weekdays, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays as necessary. Ability to perform work accurately with attention to detail within specified time periods. Ability to work cooperatively with health-system and pharmacy staff. Ability to handle frequent interruptions and adapt to changes in workload and work schedule. Ability to demonstrate critical thinking skills in setting priorities and solving problems. Ability to type 35 words per minute. Ability to respond quickly to emergency requests. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to assist in meeting the pharmaceutical care needs of neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.