Inpatient Pharmacy Tech-Certified (Float Pool)

Job Description

Job DescriptionJoin Our Team as a Traveling Pharmacy Technician!

Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of patients? The pharmacy team at Samaritan Health Services is on the lookout for a dedicated Traveling Pharmacy Technician. In this role, you'll assist our pharmacists with medication preparation and labeling, while also performing a variety of technical support functions under their supervision. Plus, enjoy a $3.00 per hour float differential for hours worked!

Your journey will take you across the beautiful mid-Willamette Valley and central Oregon Coast, visiting various Samaritan Hospital Pharmacy sites. Join a team of experienced pharmacists and pharmacy technicians who are the leading experts in medication management and are deeply committed to patient care.

Your Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacists in medication preparation and labeling.
• Perform a broad range of technical support functions.
• Travel between pharmacy sites to ensure seamless service delivery.

What We’re Looking For

To thrive in this role, you should have:

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• One of the following:
  • Current unencumbered Certified Oregon Pharmacy Technician License.
  • Currently enrolled first-year PharmD student in good standing with an accredited pharmacy school and current unencumbered Oregon Board of Pharmacy Intern license.
• Successful completion of a Medical Pharmacy Technician course is preferred.

Essential Skills and Abilities

We value the following skills:

• Communication: Strong written and oral skills to convey complex information effectively.
• Computer Literacy: Proficiency in electronic equipment and software applications.
• Customer Service: A commitment to understanding and meeting customer needs.
• Mathematics: A solid understanding of arithmetic and its applications.
• Time Management: The ability to prioritize tasks and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Clerical Skills: Familiarity with administrative procedures and office terminology.

Physical Demands

This role involves various physical activities, including:

Rarely (1 - 10% of the time)Occasionally (11 - 33% of the time)Frequently (34 - 66% of the time)Continually (67 – 100% of the time)

• Walk - Incline
• Squat (static hold >30 sec)
• Kneel
• Lift (Overhead: 0 - 20 lbs)
• Reach - Upward

• Climb - Stairs
• Walk – Level Surface
• Rotate Trunk (Standing)
• Lift (Knee to chest: 0 - 20 lbs)
• Bend Forward at Waist
• Push (0 - 20 lbs force)
• Pull (0 - 20 lbs force)

• Sit
• Stand
• Lift (Floor to Waist: 0 - 20 lbs)
• Lift (Waist to Eye: 0 - 20 lbs)
• Carry 1-handed (0 - 20 lbs)
• Carry 2-handed (0 - 20 lbs)
• Rotate Trunk (Sitting)
• Reach - Forward

• Manual Dexterity (Hands/wrists)
• Finger Dexterity
• Pinch Fingers
• Grasp Hand/Fist

Why Join Us?

At Samaritan Health Services, you’ll be part of a not-for-profit network dedicated to caring for over 250,000 residents in our communities. We pride ourselves on providing innovative medicine and world-class quality care, ensuring that we support all individuals, regardless of their ability to pay.

Ready to embark on a rewarding career journey with us? We can’t wait to meet you!