Archbold Medical Center

Job Title: Pharmacy Technician Intern 

Department: Pharmacy

Reports to: Director of Pharmacy 

Job Summary:

The purpose of the pharmacy technician internship is to train and prepare new pharmacy technicians or to advance the careers of current pharmacy technicians. The pharmacy technician intern will enroll in a nine-month internship program consisting of two phases. Phase 1 is comprised of didactic teaching and hands on participation in various areas of pharmacy for three months, and phase 2 comprised of on-the-job training for six months. Advancement to Phase 2 is contingent upon successful completion of Phase 1. The pharmacy technician internship is designed to develop essential knowledge and skills required to become nationally certified and to serve the vital role of a pharmacy technician.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Complete and display competency of all required components of the customized training (didactic) and the on-the-job training experiences within the designated timeframe
• Meet the attendance requirement of the internship program
• Become nationally certified through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) by the sixth month of the internship
• Understand and follow federal and state laws, regulations, professional standards, and ethical principles
• Comply with all of the John D. Archbold Memorial Hospital procedures and policies

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Organizational skills and attention to detail
• Time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment

Required Experience/Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Pass background check and drug test
• Must obtain pharmacy technician registration with the Georgia Board of Pharmacy by the program start date

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of standing/walking
• Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds at times

Perks/Benefits:

(for eligible employees):

Have optimal opportunity for career growth within our growing organization

Medical / Dental

Retirement Plan

PTO and paid life insurance 

What Sets Us Apart

Archbold Medical Center is a four-hospital, four-nursing-home health system with 540 patient beds. We employ more than 2,500 people and boast an outstanding medical staff of nearly 200 qualified physician specialists. Our flagship hospital, Archbold Memorial Hospital, is a 264-bed hospital located in Thomasville, Georgia. Our system hospitals, also in Georgia, are Archbold Brooks Hospital in Quitman, Archbold Grady Hospital in Cairo, and Archbold Mitchell Hospital in Camilla.

For nearly 100 years, Archbold has been synonymous with high-quality, compassionate medical care. While our exemplary facilities have helped us maintain an excellent reputation, our team members are what makes Archbold special. 

You are unique. You have skills and a strong passion for helping people. You also have personal goals, and Archbold wants to help you achieve them. We are a diverse healthcare system that promotes teamwork, continuing education, and leadership, and we are committed to recruiting and retaining the best healthcare professionals to join our Archbold team. 

What we offer:

We know that your time and expertise are valuable, and to help our employees be at their best and make the most of their employment experience, we offer a comprehensive and generous benefits package that helps our employees and their families meet the challenges of everyday living.

We strive to be a workplace of choice, and from high-quality medical and dental care benefits to retirement benefits that help build wealth for your future, Archbold is proud to offer our employees one of the best benefits packages in the area.

Below are a few of the benefits Archbold Medical Center offers to employees:

• Work/Life Balance
• Planning for the Future
• Low-Cost Prescriptions
• Health & Wellness Benefits
• Planning for Life’s Unexpected Moments
• Helping You to Advance Your Career

Mission

To provide safe, innovative and compassionate care for our communities.

Vision

A healthier region, stronger communities, meaningful work, and trusted care