Pharmacy Tech I

Job Summary

To assist the pharmacist in the daily functions of the pharmacy department.

Qualifications

- High School Diploma (Required) - Vocational/Technical Degree in Pharmacy Technology or related field preferred

Work Experience

1 or more years of hospital-based pharmacy experience (Required) or competency in at least one of the following areas of specialty may be required depending on job assignment and department: - NICU - OR - Narcotic Room - IV Room - Purchasing - Pharmacy Informatics - Technology

Licenses and Certifications

- Technician Registration with the Georgia State Board of Pharmacy (Required) - Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPHT) (Required)

Essential Functions

Pharmacy Assistance Responsibilities:

- Responsible for assisting pharmacists in receiving, processing, and dispensing of all physicians' orders for medications, IV solutions, and outpatient prescriptions. - Transports drugs and supplies to and from the pharmacy area to ensure delivery of quality care according to established protocols and transport times. - Completed training in aseptic technique and performs duties and responsibilities of an IV technician. - Responsible for answering phones, window, and doors, also loading and unloading the pneumatic tube system. - Assist in pulling out dates from main pharmacy and automated dispensing cabinets. - Assist in stock replenishment and maintaining inventory. - Works with pharmacists in performing monthly nursing station audits.

Area Specific Responsibilities - Pharmacy:

Demonstrates expertise in one of the following areas at least 80% of their work hours: - IV Lead Technician - Narcotic Room - Informatics and Technology - Pharmacy Satellite - NICU Pharmacy Satellite - Purchasing of Pharmaceuticals - Hematology/Oncology - Outpatient Pharmacy

Technology & Equipment Use:

- Demonstrates technical skill in using equipment appropriate for role. - Understands equipment operation. - Maintains equipment in working order. - Troubleshoots equipment problems. - Uses technology to increase productivity. - Adapts to new technology.

Additional Duties:

- Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines. - Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization. - Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures. - Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self education, attends ongoing educational programs). - Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time. - Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs. - For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age-specific customer service skills. - Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.