A pharmacy technician position is available in a hospital pharmacy unit. This contract role, lasting 13 weeks, offers an opportunity to support pharmacists in delivering high-quality pharmaceutical services in adherence to established procedures. The role requires flexibility to work day shifts as well as weekends and holidays.
Location: Lihue, HI
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Days / Weekends
Responsibilities:
- Assist pharmacists by preparing physician orders, including unit dosed oral medications, reconstituted medications, topicals, and IV solutions.
- Prepare sterile intravenous, epidural, or intrathecal solutions following proper sterile compounding procedures and regulations.
- Refer all completed drug orders to pharmacists for final verification before dispensing.
- Maintain cleanliness and safety within the pharmacy, adhering to infection control policies and using proper PPE when handling hazardous materials.
- Manage medication stock by pre-packing unit doses, removing outdated items, and restocking shelves and automated dispensing machines.
- Maintain crash cart trays and emergency medication supplies.
- Deliver medications to hospital floors or authorized personnel.
- Handle telephone inquiries and triage appropriately following departmental guidelines.
- Assist nursing staff with Pyxis troubleshooting and maintain documentation such as refrigerator temperature logs and narcotic pulls.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Valid registration as a Pharmacy Technician issued by the Board of Pharmacy, State of Hawaii.
- Minimum of two years of pharmacy technician experience in hospitals, community pharmacies, or other medical institutions.
- Knowledge of sterile compounding techniques and pharmaceutical safety standards.
This contract role offers a dynamic environment to apply your skills in hospital pharmacy operations. Immediate start with a signed contract required. If you meet the qualifications and are ready to contribute to patient care in a collaborative healthcare setting, submit your application today to be considered.
Compensation for this position ranges from $17.00 to $25.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
- Competitive Salary
- Weekly Paycheck
- Matching 401(k) Plan
- Extensive Medical Coverage
- Licensing Assistance
- Custom Housing
- Travel Assistance
- Professional Development Reimbursement