Medication Reconciliation Pharmacy Tech
PRN
As a Med Rec Pharmacy Tech at Crestwood Medical Center , you'll join a team and be a part of a culture that's dedicated to providing top quality care to our patients.
Job Summary
The Pharmacy Technician II - Certified ensures the safe and efficient preparation, dispensing, and management of medications within the hospital or healthcare facility. The Pharmacy Technician II is also responsible for maintaining accurate records, providing exceptional customer service to patients and staff, and collaborating with pharmacists to optimize patient care.
Essential Functions
Assists pharmacists in the preparation, compounding, labeling, and dispensing of medications, ensuring accuracy and compliance with hospital policies and regulatory requirements.
Prepares sterile and non-sterile compounded medications using aseptic techniques, adhering to USP guidelines.
Conducts inventory management activities, including monitoring medication stock levels, ordering supplies, and performing regular inventory audits to prevent shortages or overstock.
Maintains accurate and up-to-date records of medication dispensing, inventory transactions, and controlled substances in compliance with regulatory standards.
Participates in quality assurance initiatives, including medication storage checks, compliance reviews, and other activities to ensure patient safety and proper pharmacy operations.
Provides exceptional customer service by addressing questions from patients, nurses, and other healthcare staff about medication availability and pharmacy services.
Operates and maintains pharmacy equipment, such as automated dispensing systems, ensuring functionality and troubleshooting issues as needed.
Supports pharmacists in conducting medication reviews, medication history reconciliation, and other clinical activities as required.
Adheres to all safety protocols and infection control guidelines to maintain a clean and secure pharmacy environment.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Strong understanding of pharmaceutical terminology, medication preparation, and compounding techniques.
Proficiency in operating pharmacy systems, including automated dispensing machines and inventory management software.
Attention to detail and accuracy in medication preparation and record-keeping.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients, pharmacists, and healthcare staff.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
Knowledge of regulatory standards and hospital policies related to pharmacy operations.
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
Licenses and Certifications
LPT - Licensed Pharmacy Tech in state of employment required or
PHAR-C - Certified Pharmacy Tech required
BCLS - Basic Life Support required
Crestwood Medical Center is a fully accredited, 180-bed acute care hospital serving Huntsville, North Alabama, and the surrounding region with a wide range of services including emergency care, surgery, women's health, heart care, and intensive care. We are committed to providing quality, compassionate care in a welcoming environment, supported by advanced technology such as robotic-assisted surgery for greater precision and faster recovery. Our Maternity Center offers family-centered care with the added support of a Level II NICU, ensuring specialized attention for newborns close to home. Guided by a patient-first mindset, our dedicated team of physicians, nurses, and staff take pride in delivering personalized care while serving as a trusted healthcare partner for our community.
Equal Employment Opportunity
This organization does not discriminate in any way to deprive any person of employment opportunities or otherwise adversely affect the status of any employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, or military or uniformed services, in accordance with all applicable governmental laws and regulations. In addition, the facility complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to : hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. If you are an applicant with a mental or physical disability who needs a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, contact the director of Human Resources at the facility to which you are seeking employment; Simply go to to obtain the main telephone number of the facility and ask for Human Resources.
Pharmacy Tech Prn • Huntsville, AL, United States