Pharmacy Technician I - FT Evenings at Pennsylvania Hospital

Responsibilities

• Accurately interprets, fills, delivers, restock, store, return, waste all inpatient and outpatient (if applicable) medication orders under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist.
• Demonstrates and maintains proficiency in all medication preparation and dispensing processes, including IV admixture preparation, repackaging, checking and replenishing of medication kits.
• Accurately performs all dosage calculations necessary to prepare or compound a medication for dispensing.
• Effectively utilizes and maintains available technology - (including, but not limited to Omnicell, clinical information systems, labeling, and distribution technology).
• Proactively assesses and maintains adequate medication and supply inventory levels in all areas of the pharmacy and other areas of the hospital.
• Communicates replenishment needs as necessary per departmental procedures.
• Adheres to all policies, procedures, laws and regulations that govern the handling, dispensing and storage of controlled substances.
• Completes and maintains all necessary documentation.
• Reports any irresolvable discrepancies to supervising pharmacist immediately.
• Effectively participates in the training and orientation of new pharmacists, technicians and students.
• Performs all medication unit inspections, as assigned, in a timely manner.
• Proactively removes outdated medications from drug storage areas.
• Follows established processes and procedures for the handling and storage of outdated medications.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervising pharmacist or pharmacy management in an effective and timely manner.

Qualifications

• Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) certification upon hire or within 6 months of hire date.
• H.S. Diploma/GED (Required)
• Associate of Arts or Science (preferred)
• Bachelor of Arts or Science (preferred)