Pharmacy Technician I

MedStar Health
Washington, DC
Category Healthcare
Job Description
Role Overview

The Inpatient pharmacy at MedStar Washington Hospital Center is hiring a Pharmacy Technician I. Under the direct supervision of a pharmacist, the Pharmacy Technician I prepares and fills routine orders for prescribed medications.

What You Will Do

Preparation: Safely and accurately prepare all medications in ready to administer form using proper techniques, calculations and appropriate precautions. Labels and packages medications according to hospital policy, applicable laws and regulations and standards of practice.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, completion of an approved/accredited Pharmacy Technician training program, and 6 months related pharmacy technician experience.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Completion of an approved/accredited Pharmacy Technician training program or currently enrollment in a current college of pharmacy program
  • One year of relevant education may be substituted for one year of required work experience
  • 6 months related pharmacy technician experience
  • Hospital environment experience preferred or current enrollment in a current college of pharmacy program
  • PHRMTECH-R - Registered Pharmacy Technician through the DC Board of Pharmacy
  • CPhT (Certified Pharmacy Technician) National Pharmacy Technician Certification through Board of Pharmacy approved program
  • RPI - Reg Pharmacy Intern Registered Pharmacy Student Intern through the Board of Pharmacy
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