Pharmacy Tech - Inpatient - Levels 1-5

Job Description - Pharmacy Tech levels 1 - 5: Assists the pharmacist in providing optimal pharmaceutical care to the patient. Gathers, labels and distributes medications accurately and efficiently. Packages, prepares and safely compounds medications including hazardous substances accurately and efficiently. Handles, manages and distributes controlled substances in compliance with regulatory requirements and department policies; and assists with drug diversion surveillance. Assists with maintaining accurate medication inventories and billing of medications. Effectively communicates utilizing established systems and processes. Performs responsibilities and duties of the job in a manner that is attentive to age and ability considerations. Cross Training: Candidates selected for this position will be assigned to a specific opening (CSP or Unit Dose) at a home location (St. Marys hospital or Methodist hospital). Cross-training between CSP and Unit Dose at both St. Marys and Methodist hospital or another campus in Rochester may be required. Overnight shifts may be an opportunity if positions are available. Screening Process: During the selection process you may participate in an OnDemand (pre-recorded) interview that you can complete at your convenience. During the OnDemand interview, a question will appear on your screen, and you will have time to consider each question before responding. You will have the opportunity to re-record your answer to each question – Mayo Clinic will only see the final recording. The complete interview will be reviewed by a Mayo Clinic staff member, and you will be notified of next steps. Commitment: Individuals hired to this position are required to complete 2 years in this position before becoming eligible to transfer to other positions within Mayo Clinic. This vacancy is not eligible for sponsorship/ we will not sponsor or transfer visas for this position. Also, Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program. Note: These qualifications apply to the Pharmacy Tech level 1, which are the minimum qualifications that must be met for all levels. Minimum Qualifications: High School diploma or equivalent. Additional Qualifications: Effectively reads, writes, speaks and understands English. Possess strong telephone and verbal communication skills. Able to learn technical tasks. Able to follow written and verbal directions. Able to apply math and calculator skills along with a working knowledge of the metric system. Experience with the use of office software computer applications and keyboarding. Demonstrated ability to work in a busy environment and pay attention to detail. Proven organizational and problem-solving skills. Proven ability to effectively work both independently and in a team environment. Prior experience as a hospital pharmacy technician preferred. No history of drug abuse or misuse; or proof of successful completion of a certified drug abuse rehabilitation program is required. License or Certification: Current registration or eligibility for registration with the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy. National Pharmacy Technician certification within 12 months of hire.