Pharmacy Technician II Per Diem

Position Location: Hospital for Special Care, First Shift

Qualifications

• Pharmacy Technician Registration in accordance with the laws and regulations set forth by the State of Connecticut required at hire or within 2 weeks from hire OR Registered Pharmacy Intern License in accordance with the laws and regulations set forth by the State of Connecticut.
• National certification by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) required.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; college preferred.
• One year institutional pharmacy technician experience required; three to four years preferred.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows-based computer software systems preferred.
• Valid Connecticut driver’s license required.

About the Role

The Pharmacy Technician II assists the pharmacist in preparing and distributing medications, performing sterile admixture compounding, maintaining drug inventory, and maintaining patient records. The Pharmacy Technician II works only under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist, assists senior pharmacy technicians, and travels to the Satellite unit as needed.

Physical Demands

• Repetitive use of hands and fingers (preparing IV admixtures, use of computer keyboard).
• May require lifting and carrying light loads (20-30 lbs), including boxes, equipment, unit dose carts, and IV solutions; stooping and kneeling.
• Walking or standing for long periods of time is often necessary.
• Must be able to physically operate the equipment used for the job.
• Must have the ability to view written documents.

Cognitive Demands

• Solves distribution-related problems.
• Performs numerous algebraic calculations daily to solve admixture and compounding equations.

Work Demands

• Ability to perform work accurately with attention to detail within specified time periods.
• Ability to work cooperatively with health-system and pharmacy staff.
• Ability to handle frequent interruptions and adapt to changes in workload and work schedule.
• Ability to communicate effectively (orally and in writing).
• Ability to assist in meeting the pharmaceutical care needs of patients through the supervision of a pharmacist.
• Possible exposure and handling of latex, antineoplastic, and other hazardous drugs.

Responsibilities

• Fills physician orders, medication carts, Pyxis stations, and/or stock requisitions accurately.
• Replenishes medications in emergency crash carts or floor stock areas accurately.
• Prepares intravenous admixtures or other sterile products accurately.
• Delivers medications and supplies to all patient care and satellite areas throughout the organization per established schedule.
• Maintains adequate stock of medications and supplies according to established policies and procedures.
• Assists in ordering, receiving, unpacking, and storing pharmaceuticals and supplies in appropriate locations.
• Identifies and replaces outdated and unusable drugs.
• Restocks medication and IV dispensing areas accurately within specified time periods.
• Prepackages bulk medications in unit dose packages accurately per established procedures.
• Assists with annual inventory of pharmacy stock.
• Contributes to the effective operation of the department.
• Picks up orders, requisitions, and medications for return from patient care areas when on delivery rounds.
• Enters medication charging requisitions into the pharmacy computer system accurately.
• Generates reports, pick lists, and labels as required.
• Maintains logs, records, and other required documentation accurately.
• Files documentation in appropriate locations.
• Prepares, completes, and transmits daily pharmaceutical procurement requisition to pharmaceutical wholesalers daily.
• 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 drugs.
• Collects data, conducts quality monitors, and completes documentation as assigned.
• Maintains competence required for current job title/position.
• Maintains current technician registration with the State.
• Maintains PTCB certification (or equivalent) and completes all continuing education requirements as required for renewal of CPhT designation.
• Completes all competence/skills assessment requirements and participates in required training programs.