Certified Pharmacy Tech, Shift Varies, Inpatient pharmacy, WCH

UC Health•West Chester, OH

4d•$20 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

UC Health is hiring a full-time Certified Pharmacy Technician for Inpatient Pharmacy at West Chester Hospital. We are offering a $2,000 sign-on Bonus Pharmacy technicians assist pharmacists in preparing and distributing medications, maintaining the drug inventory, and maintaining patient records. Pharmacy technicians work only under the supervision of a registered pharmacist. They do not perform duties that can legally be performed by only a registered pharmacist. In addition to responsibilities for a Tech I, Pharmacy Technician II demonstrates a high level of initiative and motivation along with competency in a specialized area(s) of the department. About West Chester Hospital West Chester Hospital provides its patients with access to the region’s largest group of specialized physicians and medical providers. With a reputation for providing outstanding patient experiences and quality medical care, the hospital consistently ranks amongst the top 5% in the nation. West Chester Hospital provides a Level III Trauma Center that delivers superior emergency and critical care, and a certified Primary Stroke Center that provides access to the subspecialty care at the UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute. West Chester Hospital has also achieved Magnet Recognition for excellence in nursing from the American Nurses Credentialing Center® (ANCC), and the hospital is routinely ranked among the best places to work in Ohio and Greater Cincinnati Unit Details : Opportunities for professional development- Technician Advancement Program Learning environment allows for constant development. Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Employee Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability 401K Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities Community Discounts

Requirements

Education: required High School Diploma or GED.
License and Certification : Current pharmacy technician registration and certification that is recognized by the Ohio State Board of Pharmacy is required.
Years of Experience: No experience required, 1 - 2 Years equivalent experience preferred.
Required Skills and Knowledge : Ability to perform work accurately with attention to detail within specified time periods; work cooperatively with health-system and pharmacy staff; handle frequent interruptions and adapt to changes in workload and work schedule; set priorities and solve problems; respond quickly to emergency requests; communicate effectively (orally and in writing), and assist in meeting the pharmaceutical care needs of the patient populations served by the organization.

Responsibilities

Procures and distributes medication orders per prescriber request, pharmacist request, or prearranged work assignment according to established policies, procedures, and protocols
Fills physician orders, medication kits, medication carts, and stock requisitions accurately
Replenishes medications in 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.
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
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
Meets and performs according to hospital and department standards of performance.