Job description

Shepherd Center, located in Atlanta, Georgia, is a private, not-for-profit hospital specializing in medical treatment, research and rehabilitation for people with spinal cord injury, brain injury, stroke, multiple sclerosis, spine and chronic pain, and other neuromuscular conditions.

Join us in our mission to help people with a temporary or permanent disability, rebuild their lives with hope, independence and dignity, advocating for their full inclusion in all aspects of community life.

At Shepherd Center, you’ll discover a diverse and inclusive environment, enlightened leadership, a culture of teamwork, professionalism and mutual respect. If you are seeking career advancement, continuing education opportunities coupled with a welcoming and fun workplace, competitive compensation and employment benefits, visit our careers page
to explore current openings.

Under the general supervision of the Apothecary Manager, the Apothecary Technician supervises all apothecary services. This multifaceted job gives individuals the opportunity to collaborate with all departments in the Center in order to provide the best patient care.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reviews physician medication orders for appropriateness, correct dosing, allergies, contraindication, interactions, etc.
• Assists customers with purchases.
• Compounds sterile and non-sterile prescriptions.
• Assists in patient/family drug education counseling to assure adequate knowledge by patient/family of drugs prescribed.
• Assists in development, implementation, monitoring, and reporting on effectiveness of policies and procedures.
• Participates on committees, workgroups etc., to achieve communication of activities and goals of hospital to staff and patients.
• Operates cash register, including balancing.
• Maintains shelf labels and assists with inventory.
• Fills and ships homecare supplies.
• Maintains cleanliness and orderliness of the Apothecary and storeroom.

REQUIRED MINIMUM EDUCATION

• High School Diploma

REQUIRED MINIMUM CERTIFICATION

• N/A

REQUIRED LICENSURE

• N/A

REQUIRED MINIMUM EXPERIENCE

• Previous retail pharmacy experience (preferred)

REQUIRED MINIMUM SKILLS

• Exceptional Customer service skills
• Cash register experience
• Highly organized, strong attention to detail.
• Ability to problem solve.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Must have excellent organizational skills.
• Good Verbal and written communication skills, and attention to details necessary.
• Highly motivated
• Takes initiative

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• May involve walking, standing, or kneeling for brief or extended periods of time.
• Exerting up to 15 pounds of force occasionally or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Some potential for exposure to blood and body fluids.

Job Type: Full-time

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