Certified Pharmacy Tech IV-East Campus-3rd Shift
About The Position
The Certified Pharmacy Technician with an IV room designation is responsible for assisting the Pharmacist in medication preparation and distribution. This includes aseptic preparation of IV admixtures and filling/distributing medications using various manual and automated systems. The role requires proficiency in hospital computer systems and interfaced pharmacy systems, as well as specialized narcotic distribution and storeroom duties. The technician must prepare stock orders, maintain adequate inventory, and be computer literate. Adherence to control and safety concepts, state laws, and JCAHO/DNV Standards for the Department of Pharmacy is essential, along with familiarity with unit dose medication systems. Excellent customer relation skills are expected in all functions.
Requirements
- High School Graduate
- Certified Pharmacy Technician
- Active Certified Pharmacy Technician
- Must have or the ability to obtain Tennessee State Pharmacy License within 60 days of employment
- Computer literate
Nice To Haves
- AS Degree in Pharmacy Technology or Accredited Pharmacy Tech Course completion
- IV Training Certificate
- 1 year pharmacy experience
Responsibilities
- Aseptic preparation of IV admixtures (including Chemotherapy agents) in compliance with departmental, hospital and licensing agency standards
- Fill and distribute medications through first fill, cart fill and/or Automated Drug Systems
- Be functional on hospital computer system as well as interfaced pharmacy systems
- Possess familiarity of a multitude of generic/trade name medications
- Accurately process patient medication orders and billing adjustments as required
- Perform specialized Narcotic Distribution and Storeroom duties
- Fill oral prepackage syringes and use Medication Prepackage Machines, ensuring Federal prepackaging guidelines are met
- Prepare stock orders and maintain adequate inventory for daily operations of various Pharmacy areas
- Maintain effective use of time management skills, and be computer literate
- Adhere to and be familiar with control and safety concepts as outlined in policies, state laws, and JCAHO/DNV Standards for the Department of Pharmacy
- Be compliant with the practices of a unit dose medication distribution system
- Perform all functions using excellent customer relation skills
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
