Pharmacy Technician- Specialty Pharmacy Operations

Job Description
Summary

The MUSC Specialty Pharmacy operates across two operational sites: the Hollings Cancer Center (HCC) Outpatient Pharmacy and the MUSC Mail Order Pharmacy. Both locations are fully integrated within the health system and are dually accredited by URAC and the Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC), reflecting a commitment to the highest standards of specialty pharmacy practice, quality, and patient care. Both sites offer a wide array of opportunities, providing exposure to unique and complex areas within the pharmacy technician profession. These environments foster professional growth and development, allowing technicians to expand their skill sets, enhance their expertise, and advance within the specialty pharmacy field.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC000613 CHS - Pharmacy - IP (SJCH)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-21

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

Hollings Cancer Center (HCC) Outpatient Pharmacy Operations

The Hollings Cancer Center (HCC) Outpatient Pharmacy operates as an open-door pharmacy located on the first floor of the Hollings Cancer Center at 86 Jonathan Lucas Street. The pharmacy is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, providing convenient access for patients and care teams within the cancer center.

Pharmacy technicians play a critical role in daily operations, supporting key functions such as data entry, prescription claims processing, medication fulfillment, mailing, and point-of-sale activities. In addition, technicians are actively engaged in inventory management processes, including medication ordering, receiving, and ongoing inventory maintenance to ensure accurate stock levels and continuity of patient care.

Technicians also manage shipping exceptions, ensuring patients are proactively notified of any delays. Through timely communication and coordination, they help minimize potential clinical impacts and support a seamless patient experience.

MUSC Mail Order Pharmacy Operations

The MUSC Mail Order Pharmacy operates as a closed-door facility located in North Charleston. The pharmacy is open Monday through Friday from 5:00 AM to 5:00 PM, allowing for extended processing and distribution capabilities to support patient needs.

This location is equipped with state-of-the-art technology, including a highly integrated fulfillment center featuring advanced dispensing automation and conveyor belt systems. These technologies are designed to optimize workflow, enhance accuracy, and maximize operational efficiency in medication preparation and distribution.

Pharmacy technicians play a critical role in daily mail order operations, supporting functions such as medication fulfillment, packing and shipping, inventory receiving, and ongoing inventory maintenance. Technicians are also responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of pharmacy technology to ensure optimal system performance and workflow efficiency.

In addition, technicians manage shipping exceptions, ensuring that patients are proactively notified of any delays. Through timely communication and coordination, they help minimize potential clinical impacts and maintain a high standard of patient care.

Additional
Job Description

Education: High School Degree or Equivalent

Work Experience: 0-6months

Current registration as a Pharmacy Technician by the State of South Carolina Board of Pharmacy (SCBOP)is required and must be maintained. Must obtain and maintain Pharmacy Technician Certification (Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or Exam for the Certification of Pharmacy Technicians (ExCPT)) certification:

• Team members as of 11/1/2023: within 1 year of 11/1/2023.
• New Team members as of 11/1/2023: within 6 months of hire.
• New team members who are enrolled or will enroll in a pharmacy technician training program accredited by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) and/or recognized by PTCB, have 30 days post program completion to obtain certification.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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