Infusion IV Pharmacy Technician, First Shift, Infusion Pharmacy

Responsibilities

• Engages in population appropriate communication.
• Has knowledge of growth and development milestones and tasks.
• Gives clear instructions to patients/family regarding treatment.
• Involves family/guardian in the assessment, initial treatment and continuing care of the patient.
• Identifies any physical limitations of the patient and deploys intervention when necessary.
• Recognizes and responds appropriately to patients/families with behavioral health problems.
• Interprets population related data and plans care appropriately.
• Identifies and responds appropriately to different needs resulting from, unique psychological needs or those associated with religious / cultural norms.
• Performs treatments, administers medication or operates equipment safely.
• Recognizes and responds to signs/symptoms of abuse or neglect.
• Procures and distributes medication orders per prescriber request, pharmacist request, or prearranged work assignment according to established policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Accepts new written, faxed or electronic prescription orders from a prescriber or a prescriber's agent.
• Enters information into and retrieves information from a database or patient profile.
• Prepares and affixes medication labels.
• Counts and pours dangerous drugs into containers prior to dispensing by a pharmacist.
• Prepares non-sterile compounds.
• Replenishes medications in automated dispensing cabinets, medication carts, medication kits, emergency drug containers and floor stock areas accurately.
• Prepares intravenous admixtures and other sterile preparations (including chemotherapy and parenteral nutrition) safely and accurately using appropriate techniques.
• Delivers medications and supplies to patient care and ancillary areas accurately per established schedule.
• Maintains adequate stock of medications and supplies according to established policies and procedures:
• Affords assistance in ordering, receiving, unpacking, and storing medications and supplies in appropriate locations.
• Rotates stock to ensure use before expiration.
• Identifies and replaces outdated and unusable medications.
• Restocks medication and IV dispensing areas accurately within specified time periods.
• Repackages bulk medications in unit-dose packages safely and accurately per established procedures using appropriate techniques.
• Contributes To The Effective Operation Of The Department:
• Identifies opportunities and serves as a leader in their area of expertise with little supervision and guidance.
• Assists pharmacy leadership in development of materials and orientation of new associates.
• Picks up orders, requisitions, and medications for return from patient care areas when on delivery rounds.
• Enters medication orders into pharmacy computer system accurately (if applicable).
• Enters charges and credits for patient medications accurately.
• Generates reports, pick lists, and labels as required.
• Answers the telephone, identifying self and department; directs calls to appropriate personnel.
• Answers requests at the window/door and makes Stat deliveries to patient care and ancillary areas when requested.
• Organizes and prioritizes work assignments.
• Maintains logs, records, and other required documentation accurately; files documentation in appropriate locations.
• Demonstrates good oral and written communication.
• Keeps pharmacy areas clean, neat, and well-organized; keeps pharmacy equipment clean.
• Participates In The Quality Improvement Activities Of The Department:
• Completes and documents all assigned medication storage area inspections at least monthly; identifies and replaces outdated and unusable medications.
• Collects data, conducts quality monitors, and completes documentation as assigned.
• Organizes and maintains responsibility for an identified quality improvement project for the department.
• Presents annual update for project responsibilities.
• Maintains a neat, professional, and well-groomed appearance; observes pharmacy dress code; wears identification badge at all times.
• Performs work within specified time frames; adapts positively to frequent interruptions and changes in workload and/or work schedule.
• Works cooperatively with all staff members; voices concerns and suggestions to appropriate to appropriate persons in a positive manner.
• Fosters a team environment by providing orientation and training to new team members; assists coworkers in tasks, as time permits.
• Performs Other Duties As Assigned By Supervisor:
• Seeks opportunity to continue to advance pharmacy technician practice.
• Completes special projects and has a leadership role in assigned committees.
• Has demonstrated competency in all areas of pharmacy within the hospital.
• Sets up for and participates in departmental meetings.
• Assists in the preparation of patient education materials.
• Assists in the development of new policies and procedures.
• Assists in the implementation of new technologies and systems.
• Assists in the evaluation of current processes and procedures.
• Assists in the recruitment and training of new pharmacy technicians.
• Assists in the coordination of inventory management and supply chain operations.
• Assists in the development and maintenance of a safe and secure work environment.
• Assists in the development and implementation of quality assurance programs.
• Assists in the development and implementation of safety and compliance programs.
• Assists in the development and implementation of infection control and prevention programs.
• Assists in the development and implementation of environmental health and safety programs.
• Assists in the development and implementation of employee wellness programs.
• Assists in the development and implementation of diversity and inclusion programs.
• Assists in the development and implementation of employee engagement and retention programs.
• Assists in the development and implementation of employee development and training programs.
• Assists in the development and implementation of employee recognition and reward programs.
• Assists in the development and implementation of employee benefits and compensation programs.
• Assists in the development and implementation of employee performance management programs.
• Assists in the development and implementation of employee health and safety programs.
• Assists in the development and implementation of employee health and wellness programs.
• Assists in the development and implementation of employee health and safety programs.
• Assists in the development and implementation of employee health and wellness programs.
• Assists in the development and implementation of employee health and safety programs.
• Assists in the development and implementation of employee health and wellness programs.
• Assists in the development and implementation of employee health and safety programs.
• Assists in the development and implementation of employee health and wellness programs.
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• Assists in the development and implementation of employee health and wellness programs.
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• Assists in the development and implementation of employee health and wellness programs.
• Assists in the development and implementation of employee health and safety programs.
• Assists in the development and implementation of employee health and wellness programs.
• Assists in the development and implementation of employee health and safety programs.
• Assists in the development and implementation of employee health and wellness programs.
• Assists in the development and implementation of employee health and safety programs.
• Assists in the development and implementation of employee health and wellness programs.
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• Assists in the development and implementation of employee health and wellness programs.
• Assists in the development and implementation of employee health and safety programs.
• Assists in the development and implementation of employee health and wellness programs.
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• Assists in the development and implementation of employee health and wellness programs.
• Assists in the development and implementation of employee health and safety programs.
• Assists in the development and implementation of employee health and wellness programs.
• Assists in the development and implementation of employee health and safety programs.
• Assists in the development and implementation of employee health and wellness programs.
• Assists in the development and implementation of employee health and safety programs.
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• Assists in the development and implementation of employee health and wellness programs.
• Assists in the development and implementation of employee health and safety programs.
• Assists in the development and implementation of employee health and wellness programs.
• Assists in the development and implementation of employee health and safety programs.
• Assists in the development and implementation of employee health and wellness programs.
• Assists in the development and implementation of employee health and safety programs.
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• Assists in the development and implementation of employee health and wellness programs.
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• Assists in the development and implementation of employee health and wellness programs.
• Assists in the development and implementation of employee health and safety programs.
• Assists in the development and implementation of employee health and wellness programs.
• Assists in the development and implementation of employee health and safety programs.
• Assists in the development and implementation of employee health and wellness programs.