Pharmacy Technician-Certified - OLGMC Retail Pharmacy - PRN

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

This pharmacy technician position involves delivering medications to designated areas, refilling and maintaining automated dispensing machines, pricing manual medication orders, inventorying and reordering stock, entering data into the computer system, printing labels, reviewing physician orders, identifying order issues, compounding IV admixtures and other preparations, and performing clerical duties such as typing, answering phone, filing, and greeting nurses and physicians at the pharmacy window.

• Ensures customer service and teamwork while conducting responsibilities
• Fills medication orders, charges/credits all medication, stocks, delivers, and inspects assigned areas.
• Prepares IV admixtures and other extemporaneous compounds and enters TPN orders into the computer system.
• Maintains competency in professional growth and responsibilities.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Other related duties as required.

• Education
  :
  High School diploma or equivalent.
• Work Experience
  :
  Preferred 1 year of hospital experience.
• Certifications
  :
  Required 1 year of college or completion of a para‑professional pharmacy training program, or Certified Pharmacy Technician Licensure or National Certification;
  Preferred Certified Pharmacy Technician License.

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
• Must be proficient with Windows‑style applications and keyboard.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
• Skills to operate standard pharmacy and office equipment.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Medium Work:
Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements exceed those for sedentary work. The job requires walking or standing for significant periods, occasional pushing, pulling, bending, stooping, bending, and reaching. Must be able to travel throughout and between facilities and work a flexible schedule, including 24/7, weekend, holiday, and on‑call availability.

Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid, or tissue; the incumbent has no occupational risk for exposure to communicable disease. There is potential occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste during receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning, and disposal of contaminated waste.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct, patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance‑related concerns.

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Individuals who reside in Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington, and Washington D.C. are not eligible for a remote work position.

Are you ready to make a difference? Apply today!

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Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.