Sanford Health
Location
Fargo, North Dakota
Salary
$18 - $29 / HOUR
Pharmacy Technicians prepare medications under pharmacist direction, which involves measuring, mixing, counting, labeling, and recording dosages according to prescriptions. Responsibilities also include maintaining proper drug storage, controlling inventory, assisting with billing, and ensuring a safe working environment adhering to state laws.
A High School diploma or GED is required, and specific state regulations regarding national certification (PTCB or NHA) and registration as a technician or trainee must be met depending on the location (Iowa, Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota). Candidates must possess good written and verbal communication skills and proficiency in multiple computer programs.
Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We’re proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint. Work Shift: Night (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 35
$18.00 - $29.00 Union Position: No Department Details Summary Prepare medications under the direction of a pharmacist. May measure, mix, count out, label, and record amounts and dosages of medications according to prescription orders.
In a retail/community pharmacy setting, the Pharmacy Technician duties consist of assisting pharmacists in compounding, preparing and dispensing medical prescriptions to the public after receiving information from customers or patients according to written/faxed prescriptions. Maintains proper storage and security conditions for drugs; ensures that equipment is functioning properly and assists in resolution of equipment maintenance and repair; controls inventory stock level and timeline to ensure adequate supplies. Assists with billing related functions. May assist with departmental quality assurance and other customer- or patient-focused services with oversight from supervisory staff; assists in the creation and maintenance of a safe working environment and conditions that adhere to state laws and regulations. Requires use of and proficiency in multiple computer programs. In a medical center or institutional setting, the Pharmacy Technician duties consist of unit dose dispensing, IV admixtures, compounding and automated dispensing devices. Ensures that equipment is functioning properly and assists in resolution of equipment maintenance and repair. Responsible for assisting the pharmacist in the provision of pharmaceutical care to the patients of Sanford by following established regulations, standards and practices (including the preparation of IV admixtures). Must possess the skills necessary to understand written policies and procedures, perform various functions under the supervision of a registered pharmacist and participate in departmental problem-solving when needed. Must demonstrate good written and verbal communication skills and be able to learn and utilize new technology as the profession of pharmacy evolves. Assists with billing related functions. May assist with departmental quality assurance and other customer- or patient-focused services with oversight from supervisory staff; assists in the creation and maintenance of a safe working environment and conditions that adhere to state laws and regulations. Requires use of and proficiency in multiple computer programs. The Pharmacy Technician position is located in different work environments and duties may vary based upon location or setting; also depending on location, there may be an overlap of retail/inpatient responsibilities. Qualifications High School graduate or General Education Diploma (GED) required.
Effective July 1, 2010, all pharmacy techs working in Iowa pharmacies must be nationally certified through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). If enrolled in a technician training program, or not previously having worked as a pharmacy technician, must register as a pharmacy technician trainee within 30 days of starting technician training or employment. A technician trainee must become a nationally certified pharmacy tech within 12 months of starting tech employment or training. A pharmacy tech trainee who does not complete national pharmacy tech certification before expiration of the pharmacy tech trainee registration, must discontinue working as a pharmacy tech.
Certified Medication Assistant - Part Time Days
Nail Care Nurse | Full Time
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - Part Time
Community Health Worker - Sioux Falls Metro Clinics - FT
RN / Registered Nurse - FT Nights
LPN / Licensed Practical Nurse - FT Nights
Urologist – VA Contract (No Call) | $300/hr + Bonus | Any State License
RN Inpatient - 8AB Med/Surg Innovation Unit
RN Inpatient - Innovations - Med/Surg/Trauma
RN Inpatient - Innovations - Acute Care Med/Surg
Patient Care Technician Inpatient - SMCF Med/Surg - Part Time
Anesthesia Tech
Registered Nurse (RN) - MS Telemetry
Phlebotomist II
RN-STAFF/CLIN NURSE-Radiology-Special Procedures- 40HR Day Shift (8-630 with rotation)
RN-STAFF/CLIN NURSE-4B-Medical Surgical- 36HR Night Shift
Phlebotomist II
Nursing Assistant (NA) - Cardiac Telemetry - Full Time