Pharmacy Technician - Lihue, HI

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• Manage medication stock by pre-packing unit doses, removing outdated items, and restocking shelves and automated dispensing machines.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.