POSITION SUMMARY: Assists the inpatient pharmacy in accomplishing the goals of efficiently
dispensing medications through preparation of bulk and batch sterile products (IV solutions),
providing drugs and supplies to nursing stations and all associated functions that are entailed in that
process, and producing accurate patient charges.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION: High School diploma or equivalent is required.
CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) licensure required. Maintains
current registration with the NM Board of Pharmacy.
SKILLS:
* Effective verbal and interpersonal skills are required
* Basic computer skills are required
* Familiarity with medical terminology and pharmaceutical math are required.
EXPERIENCE: One-year experience as a pharmacy technician preferred.
NATURE OF SUPERVISION:
-Responsible to: Pharmacy Director
ENVIRONMENT:
- Bloodborne pathogen - B (Occasional exposure in daily duties. Little expected risk but may
be exposed unexpectedly to potential infectious materials. Exposure may be superficial and
limited to a small amount of fluid.) Close quarters in a busy environment. Low risk for infectious
disease. Possible exposure to video display terminals.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to move throughout the hospital at a rapid pace to an
entire shift. Hearing must be sufficient to answer telephones and eyesight perform aseptic technique.
Must be able to raise moderate loads (less than 50 lbs.) using sound body mechanics alone or with
assistance.