Veterans Affairs Pharmacy Technician

Are you looking for a Challenge? Looking for an innovative organization and the opportunity to learn and grow professionally? At Terrestris, we are changing the way small businesses hire. We are seeking a Pharmacy Technician to join our team of talented professionals who possess the experience, vision, commitment, and integrity to successfully support federal and commercial clients. Join our team, grow your career, and crush your goals at Terrestris. This role is based on site at the VA Medical Health Center in Baltimore, Maryland, as well as at satellite VA clinics throughout Baltimore City, with the specific location assigned upon hiring.

I’ve never heard of Terrestris. What do you do?

At Terrestris, we leverage technology to create better mission outcomes through better human performance. We approach this by forming strong client and team relationships through transparency. We strive to create an environment where our team can let their excellence shine through. By finding, developing, and incorporating new ideas, we provide memorable services. Rooted in the USMC values of honor, courage, and commitment, Terrestris seeks to deliver extraordinary values to the American people by helping the Government become more efficient and effective.

So, what will the Pharmacy Technician at Terrestris do?

The Pharmacy Technician plays a vital role in supporting both inpatient and outpatient pharmacy operations. This role includes preparation, dispensing, and management of medications and supplies, ensuring patient safety, and collaborating with healthcare teams to maintain optimal care. The Pharmacy Technician will be involved in a variety of tasks such as unit dose programs, intravenous admixture preparation, inventory management, crash cart replenishment, vaccine distribution, prescription processing, and customer service. This position requires keen attention to detail, the ability to follow procedures, and excellent communication skills.

What does a typical day look like for a Pharmacy Technician?

A Pharmacy Technician’s day is fast-paced and multifaceted, encompassing tasks across both inpatient and outpatient settings. The day begins with preparing and dispensing medications, including filling unit-dose carts, compounding intravenous (IV) admixtures, and processing prescription orders. They monitor inventory levels, replenish medications as needed, and ensure emergency crash carts are fully stocked.

Pharmacy Technicians also assist with vaccine preparation and distribution while performing routine maintenance on dispensing equipment. Throughout the day, they collaborate with healthcare teams to resolve medication-related issues, address patient inquiries, and maintain accurate records. Adhering to strict protocols, they ensure the safe and efficient distribution of medications.

Under the supervision of a pharmacist, Pharmacy Technicians handle routine pharmacy functions, including receiving prescriptions in writing or electronically from physicians. They prepare prescriptions by counting, pouring, weighing, measuring, and, when necessary, mixing medications. Additionally, they maintain patient profiles, process insurance claims, manage inventory, and prepare medications for inpatient use, including sterile product preparation

What qualifications do you look for?

You might be the person we’re looking for if you have:

Education: High School Diploma

Certification: Current national certification through either the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) as a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT), or the National Health Career Association (NHA) as a Certified Pharmacy Technician (ExCPT).

Experience: Preferably at least 2 years of experience in hospital (inpatient) pharmacy settings.

Language Proficiency: Must be proficient in spoken and written English.

Skills and Abilities:

• Problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, particularly with automated dispensing equipment.
• Knowledge of aseptic techniques for compounding, including handling hazardous materials like oncology agents.
• Ability to manage inventory, perform sterile compounding, and follow pharmacy protocols for medication dispensing.
• Strong communication skills to resolve issues with healthcare teams, patients, and customers.
• Ability to troubleshoot automated dispensing equipment (ADE) or technology platforms/databases.
• Knowledge of, and ability to follow, written instructions for compounding with aseptic technique.
• for hazardous materials such as oncology agents.
• Knowledge, and ability to perform, compounding with aseptic technique for routine sterile
• products.
• Knowledge of policies and procedures for inventory management in specialized areas such as
• emergency carts.
• Ability to resolve pharmacy/medication issues with other members of the healthcare team,
• Veterans and external customers.
• Ability to dispense medication or sterile products following all regulations, policies and
• procedures to ensure safe medication distribution.

What kind of benefits does Terrestris Offer?

We offer outstanding benefits including health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category.

Terrestris is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person