PHARMACY TECHNICIAN SPECIALIST

Pharmacy Technician Specialist - Disease Management

Responsibilities:

Performs advanced pharmacy functions in support of delivering high quality and financially judicious pharmaceutical care

Engages directly with patients and caregivers to support the delivery of benefits, the optimization of pharmaceutical care, the identification of any barriers to care, and the resolution of modifiable barriers

Supports pharmacy services in the delivery of prescription benefits, formulary management, and financial programs for medication therapy

Maintains competence required for current job title/position

Assumes responsibility for own professional education and development and assists in providing education to patients, students, technicians, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals

Pharmacy technicians assist pharmacists in preparing and distributing medication, maintaining drug inventory, and maintaining patient records

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

Pharmacy technicians must have the ability to perform work accurately with attention to detail within specified time periods; work cooperatively with health-system and pharmacy staff; handle frequent interruptions and adapt to changes in workload and work schedule; set priorities and solve problems; respond quickly to emergency requests; communicate effectively (orally and in writing), and assist in meeting the pharmaceutical care needs of the patient populations served by the organization.

Complies to the standards of pharmacy operation

Demonstrates competence on a consistent basis in regards to medication dispensing

Performs duties in an independent manner and demonstrates desire to learn new tasks

Procures and distributes medications per physician request, pharmacist request, or prearranged work assignment according to established policies, procedures, and protocols

Maintains accurate and adequate medication and supply inventory according to established policies and procedures

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent

Active registration as a Pharmacy Technician in the State of Georgia required

Active certification with the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board required

Dual certification or other advanced training and education preferred

Pharmacy experience in a hospital or retail setting required

Perks/Benefits:

(for eligible employees):

Have optimal opportunity for career growth within our growing organization

Medical / Dental

Retirement Plan

PTO and paid life insurance

What Sets Us Apart

Archbold Medical Center is a four-hospital, four-nursing-home health system with 650 patient beds. We employ more than 2,700 people and boast an outstanding medical staff of nearly 200 qualified physician specialists. Our flagship hospital, Archbold Memorial Hospital, is a 264-bed hospital located in Thomasville, Georgia. Our system hospitals, also in Georgia, are Archbold Brooks Hospital in Quitman, Archbold Grady Hospital in Cairo, and Archbold Mitchell Hospital in Camilla.

For nearly 100 years, Archbold has been synonymous with high-quality, compassionate medical care. While our exemplary facilities have helped us maintain an excellent reputation, our team members are what makes Archbold special.

You are unique. You have skills and a strong passion for helping people. You also have personal goals, and Archbold wants to help you achieve them. We are a diverse healthcare system that promotes teamwork, continuing education, and leadership, and we are committed to recruiting and retaining the best healthcare professionals to join our Archbold team.

What we offer:

We know that your time and expertise are valuable, and to help our employees be at their best and make the most of their employment experience, we offer a comprehensive and generous benefits package that helps our employees and their families meet the challenges of everyday living.

We strive to be a workplace of choice, and from high-quality medical and dental care benefits to retirement benefits that help build wealth for your future, Archbold is proud to offer our employees one of the best benefits packages in the area.

Below are a few of the benefits Archbold Medical Center offers to employees:

• Work/Life Balance
• Planning for the Future
• Low-Cost Prescriptions
• Health & Wellness Benefits
• Planning for Life’s Unexpected Moments
• Helping You to Advance Your Career

Mission

To provide safe, innovative and compassionate care for our communities.

Vision

A healthier region, stronger communities, meaningful work, and trusted care