Denver Health
We are recruiting for a motivated Inpatient Pharmacy Technician to join our team!We are here for life's journey.Where is your life journey taking you?Being the heartbeat of Denver means our heart reflects something bigger than ourselves, something that connects us all:Humanity in action, Triumph in hardship, Transformation in health.DepartmentAcute Care PharmacyJob SummaryThe Pharmacy Technician I, under general supervision of a pharmacist, performs entry level technical tasks within the pharmacy department. Based on area of assignment, responsibilities may include medication preparation, dispensing, inventory control, and basic computer system operations. Demonstrates the ability to competently work in general areas of pharmacy practice.Essential Functions:Fills and delivers/dispenses medications under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist. Uses appropriate systems for processing of patient information. (50%)Triages and escalates any questions or issues outside the pharmacy technician scope of practice to the staff pharmacist or supervisor as needed. (35%)Ensures adequate supplies are available for continuous patient care. Operates pharmacy equipment appropriately. (15%)Education:High School Diploma or GED Required andPost High School Diploma or Certificate Program Completion of a pharmacy technician training program, preferredWork Experience:less than 1 year experience as a pharmacy technician in a healthcare or retail setting, preferredLicenses:CPHT-Certified Pharmacy Technician - PTCB - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board Required andPHAT-Licensed Pharmacy Technician - DORA - Department of Regulatory Agencies Required andKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:Ability to work as a team memberAttention to detailKnowledge of basic pharmacy practices and proceduresMathematical computation skillsOrganization and communication skillsGood typing, keyboarding and proofreading skillsProficiency with Microsoft® Office, preferredShiftWork TypeRegularSalary$21.23 - $29.72 / hrBenefitsOutstanding benefits including up to 27 paid days off per year, immediate retirement plan employer contribution up to 9.5%, and generous medical plansFree RTD EcoPass (public transportation)On-site employee fitness center and wellness classesChildcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and moreTuition reimbursement & assistanceEducation & development opportunities including career pathways and coachingProfessional clinical advancement program & shared governancePublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF programNational Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employerOur ValuesRespectBelongingAccountabilityTransparencyAll job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made.Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver's 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, a Public Health Institute, an HMO and The Denver Health Foundation.As Colorado's primary, and essential, safety-net institution, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided billions in uncompensated care for the uninsured. Denver Health is viewed as an Anchor Institution for the community, focusing on hiring and purchasing locally as applicable, serving as a pillar for community needs, and caring for more than 185,000 individuals and 67,000 children a year.Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community.Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.