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PHARMACY TECH ADV

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Advanced Pharmacy Technician, Pharmacy

Full Time, 80 Hours Per Pay Period, Day Shift

Full time Day shift every other weekend

Fort Sanders Regional Overview:

Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center is an award-winning, certified, and accredited facility with 468 beds. As a Joint Commission Comprehensive Stroke Center, Fort Sanders offers state-of-the art care that maximizes recovery from stroke. We are also the region’s leader in technology in areas such as bariatric surgery, robotic surgery and minimally invasive spine surgery. Our door-to-balloon times for heart attack patients are below the national average, and our hip fracture center offers advanced diagnosis, surgery and recovery procedures for hip patients.

Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center is a member of Covenant Health, a locally-owned, non-profit health system based in Knoxville, TN, with a “patient-focused” culture. It has been recognized by Forbes Magazine as its 2020 “Best-in-State-Employer” for Tennessee. The CEO of our company, Jim VanderSteeg, attends every new employee orientation and will ask you to sign our pledge of excellence to always put patients first, strive for excellence in everything we do, and make Covenant Health the first and best choice for patients in our region. As you’d expect, we offer our employees a robust benefits package, including: offering unmatched medical insurance, tuition reimbursement; student loan repayment assistance, certification bonuses; leadership and professional development programs; an employer-matched 401(k); and a generous Combined Time Off (CTO) program.

Department Description:

Pharmacy technicians at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center have many exciting opportunities to provide excellent service. They work with state-of-the-art automated technology such as pharmacy carousels and automated dispensing machines. Some technicians work in the IV room compounding IVs and chemotherapy for patients. Other positions include pharmacy buyers, automation specialists, narcotic surveillance, surgery satellite pharmacy, and medication reconciliation.

Position Summary:

Under the direct supervision of the pharmacist, performs functions pertaining to the dispensing of medications. Technical functions are expanded to include IV process proficiency, problem solving skills and quality improvement involvement. Leadership skills are required to include demonstrated written and verbal communication that supports the overall objectives of the department.

Recruiter: Jennifer Gordon || jgordon2@covhlth.com || 865-374-8107

Responsibilities

Performs all position accountabilities and performance criteria for level I and level II technicians.
Assists the pharmacist in the training of technicians in levels I and II.
Initiates and/or coordinates improvement activities as appropriate.
Assists in the implementation of new projects including the development of policies and procedures.
Follows policies, procedures, and safety standards. Completes required education assignments annually. Works toward achieving goals and objectives, and participates in quality improvement initiatives as requested.
Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

None specified; however, must be sufficient to meet the standards for achievement of the below indicated license and/or certification as required by the issuing authority.

Minimum Experience:

Three (3) years of experience or two (2) years with State approved certification.

Licensure Requirement:

The Tennessee Board of Pharmacy requires newly hired probationary employees to be licensed by the end of their first 90 days of hire and to maintain their Technician License in active status thereafter.

Average salary estimate

$50000 / YEARLY (est.)

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What You Should Know About PHARMACY TECH ADV, Covenant Health

Are you looking to take your career to the next level as a Pharmacy Tech Adv? Look no further than Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center in beautiful Knoxville! We are excited to bring on a dedicated individual to join our pharmacy team, where you'll play a vital role in delivering outstanding patient care. In this full-time position, working 80 hours per pay period on day shifts (with every other weekend off), you will have the opportunity to work with state-of-the-art technology. As an Advanced Pharmacy Technician, you'll assist pharmacists with dispensing medications, training other technicians, and initiating process improvements. Our facility is not only recognized for exceptional patient care but is also celebrated for its employee-focused culture and robust benefits including medical insurance, tuition reimbursement, and certification bonuses. Here at Fort Sanders, we're committed to excellence and making a real difference in the lives of our patients. So if you’re ready to take on exciting responsibilities like compounding IVs and working with cutting-edge pharmacy automation, come join us at Fort Sanders Regional and elevate your professional journey today!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for PHARMACY TECH ADV Role at Covenant Health

What are the primary responsibilities of the Pharmacy Tech Adv at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center?

The primary responsibilities of the Pharmacy Tech Adv at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center include assisting pharmacists in dispensing medications, training junior technicians, coordinating quality improvement activities, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. This role also involves working with advanced automated technology in our pharmacy and being a part of innovative projects that enhance patient care.