Certified Pharmacy Technician I
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
Summary
Under the direct supervision of a pharmacist, follows established policies and procedures to perform a variety of routine technical and clerical support tasks that are integral to the operation of the Pharmaceutical Department. Assists Pharmacists in dispensing medication and maintains appropriate patient records. Orders, stocks, and distributes inventory throughout the pharmacy and the institution while maintaining accurate levels of inventory. Maintains competencies required as a Certified Pharmacy Technician.
Job description
Job Responsibilities
- Assists pharmacists in medication dispensing areas. Fills prescriptions under the direct supervision of the pharmacists. Assists patients and family at the pharmacy window and refers questions to a pharmacist when necessary. Assists in processing mail-out orders. Delivers medications to the appropriate patient care areas. Assists in compounding medications that are not readily available from the manufacturer.
- Maintains appropriate patient records. Accurately files and maintains patient care records. Completes charges/credits in a timely and accurate manner. Maintains accountability records and performs routine audits.
- Performs dispensing functions in the intravenous program. Aseptically prepares parenteral nutrition solutions, antibiotics and other medications for parenteral use, including home infusion therapies. Maintains a working knowledge of delivery systems and devices used to prepare and administer parenteral products and assures that all work is checked by a pharmacist before dispensing. Stocks and reorders supplies from warehouse for daily replenishment and works closely with pharmacists and warehouse staff to project reorder needs for weekend and holiday periods.
- Facilitates workflow for the inpatient dispensing area. Accurately fills unit dose medications including the unit dose fill list. Prioritizes the processing of orders as entered by centralized and decentralized pharmacists. Assesses and replenishes nursing floor stock and Pyxis stock, including controlled substances, in a timely manner. Delivers medications to the appropriate patient care areas. Replenishes stock supplies for all emergency supply carts (e.g., crash carts, tackle boxes, ACU-related auxiliary drug supplies such as the Anesthesia Drug Carts). Stocks and reorders supplies from warehouse for daily replenishment and works closely with pharmacists and warehouse staff to project reorder needs for weekend and holiday periods.
- Maintains competencies required as a certified pharmacy technician. Maintains current certification and state registration as a pharmacy technician. Participates in orientation, education, and training programs. Reviews literature and other materials as assigned. Completes all competencies and skills assessment requirements.
- Performs other related duties as assigned or directed in order to meet the goals and objectives of the department and the institution.
- Maintains regular and predictable attendance.
Minimum Education and/or Training
- High school diploma/GED is required. Graduate of a certified pharmacy technician training program is preferred.
Minimum Experience
- Four (4) years of pharmacy experience is required with a high school diploma/GED.
- No experience is required for a graduate of a certified pharmacy technician training program.
- Hospital pharmacy experience with parenteral and unit dose medication preparation preferred. Experience with office computer software applications is preferred.
Licensure, Registration and/or Certification Required by Law
- (LC: PHRMTCH-TN) Registration of Pharmacy Technician License with the State of Tennessee required. Registration must be renewed every two (2) years.
Licensure, Registration and/or Certification Required by SJCRH Only
- (LC: PTCB-PTECH) Pharmacy Technician Certification by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) required.
Requirements
- High school diploma/GED is required
- Four (4) years of pharmacy experience is required with a high school diploma/GED
- No experience is required for a graduate of a certified pharmacy technician training program
- Registration of Pharmacy Technician License with the State of Tennessee required
- Pharmacy Technician Certification by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) required
- Graduate of a certified pharmacy technician training program is preferred
- Hospital pharmacy experience with parenteral and unit dose medication preparation preferred
- Experience with office computer software applications is preferred
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Professional Development
Company overview
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital is a world-renowned pediatric research and treatment institution headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee, dedicated to advancing cures for childhood cancer and other catastrophic diseases. Founded in 1962 by entertainer Danny Thomas, it stands as the first and only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center devoted exclusively to children. The hospital operates on a unique funding model where families never receive bills for treatment, travel, housing, or food, with costs exceeding $2 billion annually primarily supported by donations through its fundraising organization ALSAC. St. Jude treats approximately 8,600 patients each year from all 50 states and around the world, with a focus on acute lymphoblastic leukemia, brain tumors, sickle cell disease, and infectious diseases. The institution employs over 7,000 staff members and maintains eight affiliate clinics across the United States. Through its St. Jude Global initiative, the hospital shares research and treatment protocols internationally, partnering with more than 350 institutions in over 90 countries. St. Jude has been instrumental in increasing childhood cancer survival rates from 20% in 1962 to over 80% today, while maintaining a robust research program that includes gene therapy, bone marrow transplantation, and precision medicine approaches.