Pharmacy Technician - Certified - PRN - DCMC

Position Objective

Under the direct supervision of a Maryland‑licensed pharmacist and in coordination with other technicians, the Pharmacy Technician performs various support activities and duties within the Pharmacy Department by assisting in the timely preparation, packaging, distribution, and delivery of medications. Delegated tasks are performed in accordance with standard written procedures, guidelines and State and Federal Regulations.

• Accurately and efficiently perform drug distribution, medication preparation, compounding, dose calculation, and quality assurance/improvement tasks in accordance with established departmental procedures, incorporating practice modifications required by patient age group.
• Maintain knowledge and understanding of the AAMC Department of Pharmacy standard work, policies, and procedures as established during training and validated via ongoing competency assessments.
• Deliver medications to appropriate locations manually, via pneumatic tube, or by refilling automated dispensing cabinets and monitor medication storage environments outside the pharmacy for appropriate conditions and regulatory compliance.
• Comply with federal, state, and department policies for controlled substance distribution and management, including use of Secure‑Send, controlled substance self‑audit reports, and documentation.
• Answer phone calls and respond to medication messages courteously and professionally, maintaining a professional demeanor and appearance at all times.
• Comply with USP
  797 and USP
  800 guidelines for cleanroom environmental maintenance, education, testing, record‑keeping, and compounding of sterile products, and demonstrate ability to perform required mathematical calculations and conversions.
• Understand and effectively support the inventory management and drug distribution technology employed by the Pharmacy, generating and accurately interpreting reports from the primary hospital information system and other computer‑based technology.
• Participate in all aspects of the emergency drug supply system and specialty tray maintenance, demonstrating ability to repackage drugs appropriately.
• Participate in the orientation and training of new pharmacy staff as necessary, providing clear and accurate instructions, demonstrating the required scope of activities, and reviewing new employee work for accuracy.
• Identify and be involved with opportunities for improvement of key Hospital/Departmental initiatives and contribute innovative ideas for workplace improvement.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Pharmacy experience in hospital or retail setting preferred.

• Current registration as a Pharmacy Technician or Pharmacy Intern from the Maryland Board of Pharmacy, in good standing.
• PTCB Certified or ExCPT (National Pharmacy Technician Board Certification).

Employees in this position will be exposed to blood‑borne pathogens.

Specific vision abilities required: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

$17.50—$30.00 USD

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan (employer match for employees working >1,000 hours in a calendar year)
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance Benefits
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Paid Holidays, Disability, and Life/AD&D for full‑time employees
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Programs and more
• Benefit offerings based on employment status

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