Pharmacy Technician

Overview

NaphCare is hiring a Pharmacy Technician to join our team of medical professionals in Tacoma WA where we manage all aspects of healthcare for the individuals who are currently incarcerated in the Pierce County Jail.

As a Correctional Pharmacy Technician you will assist the licensed pharmacists in providing medications and other healthcare products to in residence ensuring work is performed in compliance to standards and adherence to regulations. This is a unique position where you can make a difference to this diverse population of patients with complex medical needs.

Responsibilities

The Pharmacy Technician assists in preparing medications maintaining inventory and ensuring proper documentation often with heightened security measures and reporting requirements due to the correctional setting. Duties and responsibilities may include and are not limited to :

• Preparing and dispensing prescription medications to inmates often requiring careful attention to detail and adherence to strict protocols.
• Managing medication inventory including ordering receiving and storing medications ensuring proper storage conditions and security.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records of medication dispensed patient information and inventory levels.
• Communicating with pharmacists nurses and other healthcare staff regarding medication orders patient needs and potential issues.
• Adhering to strict security protocols to prevent unauthorized access to medications and maintain a secure environment.
• Providing basic medication information and instructions to patients ensuring they understand how to take their medications properly.
• Participating in quality assurance activities to ensure accurate medication dispensing and adherence to pharmacy policies and procedures

Qualifications

Experience / Requirements / Qualifications

Physical Capabilities :

Must have the ability to stand for long periods lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds) bend squat reach push pull walk significant distances and perform physically demanding tasks like CPR all while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift.

Why Join NaphCare

NaphCare is one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities throughout the US and we are growing. If you have never considered a career in correctional healthcare now may be the addition to competitive salaries and generous employee benefits we strongly support career advancement within the company.

NaphCare Benefits for Full-Time Employees Include :

If you would like to speak with me to learn more about this position and NaphCare apply directly to the position to initiate the application process and Ill be in touch.

Equal Opportunity Employer : disability / veteran

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Required Experience :

IC

Key Skills

Load & Unload,LTC Pharmacy,Typing,Inventory Control,Customer Service,Hospital Experience,Pharmacy Software,Communication skills,Math,Pharmacy Technician Experience,Order Entry,Compounding Medications

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1