Pharmacy Technician FP

LOCATION : KAUAI VETERANS MEMORIAL HOSP | Pharmacy-Drug Sold To Patients

POSITION STATUS : FTE: 1.0 | Permanent

SALARY RANGE : BU10 | HE06

SALARY RATE: $58,860.00 (Annual Salary) based on the FTE

JOB DUTIES : This position is regional and is located in the Pharmacy department of the Hawai'i Health Systems Corporation (HHSC) Kaua'i Region, a public benefit corporation of the State of Hawai'i. The HHSC Kaua'i Region encompasses Kaua'i Veterans Memorial Hospital (KVMH) and Samuel Mahelona Memorial Hospital (SMMH), both designated as critical access hospitals (CAH), as well as the Kaua'i Region Clinics and its affiliated entities.

The Pharmacy department plays a vital role in ensuring the safe and effective use of medications for inpatients. It is responsible for the procurement, storage, and distribution of pharmaceuticals, while also providing clinical services such as medication therapy management and patient counseling. The department collaborates closely with healthcare providers to optimize medication regimens, monitor patient responses, and prevent adverse drug interactions. Additionally, it conducts medication reconciliation upon patient admission and discharge, ensuring continuity of care. The pharmacy staff also engages in educational initiatives for both healthcare professionals and patients, promoting safe medication practices and adherence to treatment plans. Through these functions, the pharmacy department enhances patient outcomes and supports the overall mission of the hospital.

We are actively seeking a dedicated and motivated full-performing registered Pharmacy Technician to join our Pharmacy department. In this role, you will assist our skilled Pharmacists in delivering exceptional pharmaceutical care while upholding the highest standards of patient care in accordance with established procedures and methods. Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed. Candidates should be flexible, as scheduling may include evenings, weekends, and holidays. Moreover, travel to various locations within the region may be required based on operational needs.

This position reports to the regional Pharmacist III, position number 22422, or their designee.

THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS ARE: Applicants must meet all of the following requirements. Please note that unless specifically indicated; the required education and experiences may not be gained concurrently. In addition, qualifying work experiences are based on a 40-hour work week. Candidates are required to provide evidence of all applicable licensures, certifications, education, etc.

EDUCATION: None required. High school diploma or GED preferred.

CERTIFICATION REQUIRED: Possession of a valid certificate of registration as a registered pharmacy technician issued by the Board of Pharmacy, State of Hawai'i.

EXPERIENCE

• One (1) year of work experience in a pharmacy setting (i.e., community pharmacy, hospitals, other medical institutions) assisting a Pharmacist in providing pharmaceutical services in accordance with established procedures and methods; AND
• One (1) year of work experience assisting a licensed pharmacist in a hospital, which required receiving and reading prescription and medication orders from physicians; performing arithmetic computations to determine proper measurements/quantities of pharmaceutical components required; receiving and reading requisitions from pharmacists; measuring, counting, packaging, and labeling items, and arranging them for final professional review.

KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES: Basic knowledge of pharmaceutical nomenclature; pharmaceutical system of weights and measures (e.g., milligrams, milliliters, cubic centimeters, etc.); commonly used pharmaceutical preparations used in the treatment of illnesses; dosage requirements; storage requirements; routes of drug administration; and practices and procedures employed in filling pharmacy prescriptions; and the ability to perform basic arithmetic computations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division); transcribe accurate medication profiles; must have demonstrated knowledge of commonly used pharmaceutical preparations used in the treatment of illnesses, dosage requirements, dosage forms, storage requirements; aseptic techniques; routes of drug administration; pharmaceutical nomenclature; pharmaceutical system of weights and measures; procedures and operations relating to aseptic compounding and sterile compounding; arranging medication for final professional review; maintaining accurate inventory records; State and Federal pharmacy regulations; applicable hospital/unit policies and procedures; and the ability to provide pharmaceutical services in accordance with established procedures and methods; measure drug doses accurately; maintain records and prepare reports; and communicate effectively orally and in writing.

SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

• Successful completion of a pharmacy technician program from an accredited school and/or a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certification issued by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) may be substituted for all of the experience required for the entry and six (6) months of the full performance level, or
• Possession of a Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy from an accredited college or university may be substituted for all of the experience required for the entry and full performance level.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Ability to learn quickly; be a "team player" and get along well with others; be self-motivated; use a computer to enter and retrieve data; have good memory; and be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Certification preferred and may be required for certain positions

• Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) issued by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) must be obtained within six (6) months of employment, and/or
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Workers must be obtained within six (6) months of employment.

ALL CIVIL SERVICE JOB VACANCIES WILL BE POSTED FOR A MINIMUM OF TEN (10) CALENDAR DAYS

The Hawaii Health Systems Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and complies with applicable state and federal laws relating to employment practices

QUALITY OF EXPERIENCE:Possession of the required amount of experience will not in itself be accepted as proof of qualification for the position. Overall paid or unpaid experience must have been of such scope and responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate that you have the ability to perform the duties of this position. Provide a detailed description of your duties and responsibilities. If you worked on a part-time basis, indicate the average number of hours worked per week. Please note that experience will be based on a 40-hour workweek. Note: We will not postpone the recruitment process because of your failure to provide accurate and complete information concerning your qualifications.

MERIT OR CIVIL SERVICE SYSTEM: You must meet the minimum qualification requirements, including education, experience, other public employment requirements for State Civil Service employment, and HHSC Standards of Fitness. Only those applicants that are scheduled for an interview with the hiring manager will be contacted.

CITIZENSHIP AND RESIDENCE REQUIREMENT: Applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. and at the time of appointment intend to reside in the State of Hawaii during the course of employment with the Hawaii Health Systems Corporation.

VETERAN’S PREFERENCE: If you are claiming Veteran’s Preference, you must submit a copy of your DD214 and/or other substantiating documents specifying the periods of your service.

HEALTH AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must meet the health and physical requirements deemed necessary to effectively and safely perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Hawaii Health Systems Corporation is committed to making reasonable accommodations on a case-by-case basis. Applicants seeking reasonable accommodations should be ready to discuss the accommodation sought so that a determination can be made that such accommodation is reasonable and would not cause the employer undue hardship.

MEDICAL/PHYSICAL EXAMINATION REQUIREMENT: Offers of employment will be contingent on successfully passing a pre-employment physical examination, which includes drug screen and other regulatory medical requirements such as, but not limited to, two-step tuberculosis (TB) screen. The cost for physical examinations, except the cost for drug screening, shall be borne by the applicant and not the Hawaii Health Systems Corporation.

CRIMINAL/BACKGROUND, CREDENTIALING CHECKS: Applicable checks will be conducted periodically, and any associated costs may be borne by the applicant. If a job, offer is made or employment is begun prior to completion of all applicable checks, any offer of employment or continued employment is contingent upon satisfactory return of all required checks.

IMPORTANT APPLICATION/EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION

Administrative Review, subsequent appeals : If you do not agree with a decision made by the Employment Office as to your non-qualification or non-selection for a position, you may complete a Request for Administrative Review form (available on the HHSC website) or you may submit a written request within twenty (20) days from the date of your sent notice to the Regional Chief Executive Officer/Designee. Your letter requesting the Administrative Review must include: 1) The job title(s) and recruitment number(s), 2) the specific reason(s) you are requesting the review noting if there is statute or rule violation, and 3) any additional information you want to submit to substantiate your request. If you do not submit your request within the twenty (20) days deadline, no Administrative Review will be conducted. Since the Administrative Review is a prerequisite to subsequent steps, failure to utilize this process will make you ineligible for subsequent appeals. The administrative review, formal complaint and/or appeals hearing will not necessarily postpone the recruitment process and/or rescind a selection. If you do not agree with the Administrative Review, you may file a Formal Compliant and then, if you are still not satisfied, you can appeal to the HHSC Merit Appeals Board.

CONTACT INFORMATION : KAUAI VETERANS MEMORIAL HOSP is located at 4643 Waimea Canyon Drive, Waimea, HI 96796. For employment opportunities, please contact KVMH: (808) 338-9425 | SMMH: (808) 823-4116, email: kauaijobs@hhsc.org or visit our website at https://www.hhsc.org/.

Persons with Disabilities may contact the Recruitment Office to discuss special needs in applying at KVMH: (808) 338-9425 | SMMH: (808) 823-4116, kauaijobs@hhsc.org.