Pharmacy Assistant/Tech, Full-time Evenings at GENTIVA CERTIFIED HEALTHCARE CORP DBA KINDRED

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Critical Thinking, Sound Judgment, Effective Communication, Teamwork, Patient-Centered Service, Confidentiality, Aseptic Technique, Quality Assurance, Medication Safety, Regulatory Compliance, Inventory Management, Time Management, Problem Solving, Attention to Detail, Adaptability, Customer Service

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

At ScionHealth, we empower our caregivers to do what they do best. We value every voice by caring deeply for every patient and each other. We show courage by running toward the challenge and we lean into new ideas by embracing curiosity and question asking. Together, we create our culture by living our values in our day-to-day interactions with our patients and teammates. Job Summary The Pharmacy Assistant/Technician provides distributive pharmacy services, assistance, and support under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist. This position is responsible for preparing, distributing, and maintaining medications and supplies in accordance with hospital policies, procedures, and applicable regulations. The role contributes to safe, efficient, and cost-effective patient care by supporting pharmacy operations. Essential Functions Procure, prepare, and distribute medications per physician orders, pharmacist requests, or established assignments. Accurately fill physician orders, medication carts, surgical kits, floor stock, and emergency drug containers. Prepare sterile products, including IV admixtures and chemotherapy, using appropriate aseptic technique (if certified and as directed by the Pharmacy Director). Deliver medications and supplies to patient care and ancillary areas in a timely manner. Assist in ordering, receiving, unpacking, and properly storing medications and supplies; rotate stock to prevent waste. Repackage bulk medications into unit doses per established policies and procedures. Enter medication orders, charges, and credits into the pharmacy computer system accurately. Maintain required documentation, records, logs, and reports. Assist in quality assurance and inspection activities, including identifying and removing outdated or unusable medications. Maintain clean, organized, and safe pharmacy work areas. Answer phones courteously, direct inquiries appropriately, and provide support to staff, patients, and visitors. Participate in staff meetings, training, and competency assessments as required. Support onboarding and orientation of new staff. Adhere to hospital and departmental policies regarding patient confidentiality, HIPAA, infection control, medication safety, risk management, and regulatory compliance. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations Strong critical thinking and sound judgment. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment. Effective oral and written communication skills. Ability to adapt to frequent interruptions and changing priorities. Commitment to teamwork, professionalism, and patient-centered service. Strict adherence to confidentiality and HIPAA standards. Frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, and reaching. Frequent lifting/carrying up to 25 lbs; occasional lifting/carrying up to 75 lbs. Frequent repetitive hand/arm and foot/leg movements; frequent keyboard use. Occasional kneeling, squatting, or climbing. Frequent exposure to hazardous medications and occasional exposure to cytotoxic chemicals. Possible occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens and communicable diseases. Work requires adherence to safety protocols, use of personal protective equipment, and compliance with hospital infection control policies. Education High school diploma or equivalent required. License/Certification National Pharmacy Technician Certification required within time frame required by facility policy. State pharmacy technician registration/licensure required within time frame required by facility policy. Experience Previous hospital or healthcare pharmacy experience preferred.

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Responsibilities

The Pharmacy Assistant/Technician provides distributive pharmacy services and support under the supervision of a registered pharmacist. This role is responsible for preparing, distributing, and maintaining medications and supplies in accordance with hospital policies and regulations.