Pharmacy Technician I Pharmacy Technician I works under the direct supervision of licensed pharmacists providing a high level of assistance in compounding (sterile and non-sterile preparations), distribution and dispensing of medication and other pharmaceutical related supplies. Responsibilities include: Replenishing automated drug distribution machines following a standard procedure. Troubleshooting problems related to the operation of the automated drug distribution machines. Forwarding concerns that cannot be corrected to the appropriate individual in a timely manner. Preparing sterile products following standard procedures under the supervision and check of a licensed pharmacist. Ensuring all quality related procedures are followed. Inputting information into the hospital's inpatient pharmacy clinical information management system as requested. Dispensing required medications and supplies in areas not served by point of care automated dispensing equipment. Performing extemporaneously compounding and prepackaging under the guidelines of pharmacy policy. Ordering and receiving medication inventory; rotating stock and checking expiration dates routinely. Following all established procedures to assure the quality and security of the medication assets. Maintaining assigned area in a neat, clean, and orderly manner. Assembling, tabulating and analyzing quality improvement data when requested. Assisting in reports and survey tabulation when requested. Performing monthly patient care center reviews, as assigned. Entering data into the computer system specialized to that activity. Attending appropriate orientation, continuing education, and training courses to maintain competency in job skills and knowledge. Participating in required educational programs, including HIS, safety, infection control, AIDS awareness, age-related special needs and behaviors, etc. Ensuring a pharmacist checks each preparation prior to it being dispensed. Consulting with a pharmacist or supervisor when necessary and as required by Florida Statutes, when making exceptions to a policy that would benefit the patient. Referring clinical questions to a pharmacist. Demonstrating behaviors of service excellence and CARE values (Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Expertise). Performing all other related job duties as assigned. Generally requires 0 to 3 years of related experience. High School diploma is required. Must hold a Registered Pharmacy Technician license (RPT) and be CPHT certified or hold a Pharmacist Intern license (PSI).