Pack Meds in Sunny Tampa's Vibrant Healthcare Scene!

This is a dual purpose tech role - time will be split between filling orders and packing them.

Position Summary
Under the direct supervision of a pharmacist, selects, prepares and packages medications and supplies in preparation for shipment to patients. Performs record keeping functions. Assists in various inventory control processes.

Duties

Selects, picks, packages and labels medications and ancillary supplies per prescriptions, under the direct supervision of a Pharmacist in accordance with the client specialty guidelines and pharmacy laws.
Accurate counting of medications utilizing a manual process as well as any automated counting devices.
Exercise proper hands sanitization and hazardous medication handling practices.
Performs functions &/or responsibilities of an Operations Assistant as needed.
Responsible for preparing and/or restocking the filling station with medications and/or supplies as needed.
Responsible for cleaning for all pill counting devices/equipment and general working areas.

Experience:
Six months of work experience as a pharmacy technician.
Prefer three months of work experience in a pick/pack/ship environment.
Prefer three months of work computer experience.

Experience :
Able to utilize computer applications to enter data accurately and in line with production standards. Knows drug names and basic pharmacology knowledge. Understands medical terminology utilized in a Pharmacy. Able to collaborate with others to fill and ship accurate and timely orders. Able to perform Ops Assistant responsibilities. Must be able to recognize limitations on decision-making scope and be able to escalate issues falling outside of that scope. Pharmacy Technician registration required as prescribed by law or by the client policy. Must have understanding of basic Pharmacy law.

Must be able to stand for duration of shift (8-10 hours). Must be able to repeatedly lift 5-10 lbs. for duration of shift. Must be able to occasionally lift up to 30-50 lbs. during a shift. Reaching and grasping objects at various levels is required. While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee is required to utilize a keyboard and operate departmental machinery. Employee regularly works near and around moving machinery (conveyor belts).The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employee may be required to wear protective clothing or equipment.

Education
Verifiable High School diploma or GED is required.
Candidates must have an active and unencumbered Pharmacy Technician license in the state of Florida.

Notes:
Mon-Fri, 11am-7:30pm
Onsite as needed




VIVA USA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a professional working environment that is free from discrimination and unlawful harassment. The Management, contractors, and staff of VIVA USA shall respect others without regard to race, sex, religion, age, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, physical, mental or sensory disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or status as a Vietnam-era, recently separated veteran, Active war time or campaign badge veteran, Armed forces service medal veteran, or disabled veteran.