Outpatient Pharmacy Technician

Job description

The Outpatient Pharmacy Technician is responsible, under the direct supervision of the pharmacist(s) on duty, for pharmaceutical care of patients including all age groups (infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults and geriatrics). This position is also responsible for coordinating Pharmacy Performance Management activities as assigned by the Outpatient/Specialty Pharmacy Manager. The individual in this position is to be alert to innovative ideas that will improve pharmacy services and activities and to share same with the department director/manager. This position uses knowledge and judgment to make decisions concerning the proper filling of drug orders subject to final approval by the pharmacist(s) on duty. Other duties as assigned.
Education: High School Diploma or GED required. Tennessee Pharmacy Technician license required. PTCB Pharmacy Technician Certification upon hire or within 1 year of employment or transfer to the department.