Pharmacy Technician
CHRISTUS Health
Alexandria, LA
5x8 hrs
Referral Bonus
$15-25/hourOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
Pay
Benefits
- 403b retirement plan
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Holiday Pay
- Continuing Education
- Pet insurance
- Sick pay
- Mileage reimbursement
- Referral bonus
- Employee assistance programs
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Discount program
Description
Summary:
The Pharmacy Technician shall provide assistance to the pharmacist while under direct supervision. Responsibilities include filling Pyxis machines, unit dose carts, floorstock requests, new orders from labels generated and crash cart trays; admitting, transferring and discharging patient drugs and IVs; keying patient charges; delivering drugs and supplies; prepackaging unit dose drugs; managing drug and supply inventory; clerical duties; IV preparation.
Requirements:
Education/Skills
· Computer skills beneficial.
Experience
· One year experience preferred. Hospital experience desired.
Licenses, Registrations or Certifications
· Pharmacy Tech I: No certification. Permit by the Louisiana Board of Pharmacy.
· Pharmacy Tech II: Certified by the Louisiana Board of Pharmacy in good standing.
· Pharmacy Tech III: Certified by the Louisiana Board of Pharmacy in good standing & IV Competent
Work Type:
Full Time
Employer
CHRISTUS Health
About Alexandria, LA
As a in Alexandria, LA here's what you should know:- Below the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match the lower cost of living.
- Summer average high of 93°F and low of 72°F.
- Winter average high of 60°F and low of 40°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially through online platforms.
- Car friendliness is high, as the city is designed for driving.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- Diverse community with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues may include obesity and heart disease.
- A growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities.
- Plenty of local restaurants offering southern cuisine, vibrant art scene, live music venues, opportunities for outdoor activities like hiking and fishing.