Certified Pharmacy Technician-FT-SMH

About the role

This job delivers medications to designated areas under close supervision and according to detailed instructions, policies and procedures. The position refills and maintains automated dispensing machines; processes manual medication orders, inventories and reorders stock in the pharmacy; enters data into a computer system and prints labels as necessary; reviews physician's orders and enters patient medication orders into the pharmacy order entry system; identifies problems with orders and notifies pharmacist or nursing when orders need clarification or to request patient information (i.e. allergies, height, weight) when needed. The role accurately compounds IV admixtures and other assigned preparations utilizing aseptic technique and proper pharmaceutical procedures; maintains stock in all assigned areas including the IV room and other pharmacy areas; and performs related clerical duties including typing, answering phone, filing and greeting nurses and physicians at the Pharmacy window.

Responsibilities

• Fills medication orders, charges/credits all medication, stocks, delivers, and inspects assigned areas.
• Prepares IV admixtures and other extemporaneous compounds and enters TPN orders into the computer system.
• Maintains competency in professional growth and responsibilities.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Ensures customer service and teamwork while conducting responsibilities.
• Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Current Pharmacy Technician Certification issued by the Board of Pharmacy in the state of practice

Qualifications

• Preferred – 1 year Hospital experience

Skills

• Computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
• Proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
• Skills to operate standard pharmacy and office equipment.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to travel throughout and between facilities.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule (e.g. 24/7, weekend, holiday, on call availability).

Physical and Environmental Demands

Medium Work – Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue and as part of their employment, incumbents are not called upon to perform or assist in emergency care or first aid. The incumbent has no occupational risk for exposure to communicable disease. Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.