Certified Pharmacy Tech - Children's Pharmacy - PRN
About The Position
The Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) assists the Pharmacist in medication preparation and distribution. This includes aseptic preparation of IV admixtures (including chemotherapy agents) in compliance with departmental, hospital, and licensing agency standards. Responsibilities also involve filling and distributing medications through various methods such as first fill, cart fill, and Automated Drug Systems. The role requires proficiency in hospital computer systems and interfaced pharmacy systems, familiarity with generic and trade name medications, and accurate processing of patient medication orders and billing adjustments. CPhTs will perform specialized Narcotic Distribution and Storeroom duties, fill oral prepackaged syringes, and operate Medication Prepackage Machines while adhering to Federal prepackaging guidelines. They are responsible for preparing stock orders and maintaining adequate inventory for daily pharmacy operations. Effective time management and computer literacy are essential. CPhTs must be knowledgeable about control and safety concepts as outlined in policies, state laws, and JCAHO Standards for the Department of Pharmacy, and be compliant with the practices of a unit dose medication distribution system. All functions must be performed with excellent customer relation skills.
Requirements
- High School Graduate
- Certified Pharmacy Technician
- National Certification
- Active Certified Pharmacy Technician
- Must have or the ability to obtain Tennessee State Pharmacy License within 60 days of employment
- Must be functional on hospital computer system as well as interfaced pharmacy systems
- Must be computer literate
- Possess familiarity of a multitude of generic/trade name medications
Nice To Haves
- AS Degree in Pharmacy Technology
- 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
- 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
- Adhere to and be familiar with control and safety concepts as outlined in policies, state laws, and JCAHO 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
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
