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Pharmacy Technician

Date Posted:  Sep 24, 2024
Requisition ID:  448568
Location: 

Logansport, IN, US, 46947

 

Work for Indiana

 

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a diverse range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

 

At the State of Indiana, we don’t just talk about diversity and inclusion—we make it our goal to create a welcoming, accessible, and equitable workplace with a workforce that is representative of Indiana's population. As a proud equal opportunity employer, reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role.

 

Agency Info:

 

About Logansport State Hospital:
Logansport State Hospital is a state-operated inpatient psychiatric hospital for adults with mental illness.  Using an interdisciplinary approach and evidence-based programming, we promote recovery and return of the individual to the community.

 

Salary Info:


Salary: This position traditionally starts at an annual salary of $31,512. Salary for this position may be commensurate with education and job experience.

 

A Day in the Life:

The essential functions of this role are as follows: 

  • Prepare and order medication according to physician orders and nursing staff requests. 
  • Receive written prescription or refill requests and verify that information is complete and accurate. 
  • Maintain proper storage and security conditions for drugs. 
  • Ensure medication security during delivery and restocking of medications on nursing units. 
  • Ensure efficient inventory management, including procurement and the processing of invoices. 
  • Perform monthly inspections of medication storage areas. 
  • Verify medication package contains the proper information. 
  • Perform electronic adjudication of prescriptions claims. 
  • Assist staff by answering simple questions, locating items, or referring them to the pharmacist for medication information. 

The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.  

What You'll Need for Success:

​You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:  

  • Must have a current Pharmacy Technician license issued by State of Indiana or be enrolled in a technician training program and possess a technician-in-training permit. 
  • Knowledge of state and federal law, guidelines, and regulations of pharmaceuticals. 
  • Ability to use and knowledge of the computerized pharmacy medication ordering system and the automated medication dispensing systems. 
  • Knowledge of medical terminology, medications, and dosage measurements. 
  • Ability to use various equipment including computers and pharmaceutical repackaging equipment. 
  • Ability to maintain records and responsibility for controlled substances. 
  • Ability to ensure inventory control of drugs and supplies. 

You must satisfy the following requirements to continue employment: 

  • Must maintain continuing education requirements for Pharmacist Technician License.​ 

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

 

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes: 

  • Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
  • Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
  • Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
  • Flexible work scheduling options, including the potential for hybrid remote work for employees whose work may be performed outside state facilities
  • Deferred compensation 457B account (similar to 401k plan) with employer match
  • Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
  • A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
    • 150 hours of paid new parent leave
    • Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
  • Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
  • 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
  • Education Reimbursement Program
  • Group life insurance
  • Referral Bonus program
  • Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
  • Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
  • Free Parking for most positions
  • Free LinkedIn Learning access

     

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer-employee relations without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or veteran status. We will comply with the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable state and federal laws. 

 

If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at [email protected].

 

The State of Indiana has established a culture that welcomes equity, inclusion, and opportunity for all employees and applicants. We encourage you to apply if you feel you have the transferrable skills to be successful in this position and we look forward to reviewing your application.

 

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