Certified Pharmacy Technician - Casual/PRN

Best Care

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About The Position

This is a casual position. Casual employees work on an ‘as needed’ basis to meet the needs of the business. Work days/hours will often vary from week to week. Position will be primarily day hours with rotating evening shifts and every 5th weekend. Under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist, this role is to assist in the various activities of the pharmacy department not requiring the professional judgment of the pharmacist. Function in strict accordance with standard, written procedures and guidelines; triages medication requests and determines priorities, processes orders and notifies the pharmacist as appropriate. Manufactures, packages, and labels drug products as needed. Performs aseptic compounding of parenteral admixtures and other sterile dosage forms. This includes the practice of aseptic technique, proper procedures for preparing all types of parenteral admixtures (excluding chemotherapy or other specialty solutions), preparation of the label and any control records, the proper technique for visual inspection of parenteral solutions, and the documentation of quality control. Performs various functions associated with an institutional drug distribution system. This includes, but is not limited to, the use of drug dispensing and compounding automation, the viewing of medication orders in the pharmacy computerized system, the preparation of medications for patients, the procedures that apply to record keeping and dispensing of controlled substances, non-formulary drugs, and the delivery and exchange of medications. Participates in the training and/or orientation of new pharmacy employees. Interacts effectively with other members of the health care team on a regular basis. Maintains honest and attentiveness to the rights of patients. Maintains confidentiality of patient information. Performs other tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or General Educational Development (G.E.D.) preferred.
• Registration with work state as a Pharmacy Technician prior to start date.
• Age at least 18 years of age with no current drug or alcohol addiction/convictions of any drug related misdemeanor or felony.
• Some experience in a hospital pharmacy preferred.
• Registration with work state as a Pharmacy Technician (RPHT.NE) or Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPHT.IA) at the start of employment required.
• Certified by Board approved state or national pharmacy technician certification program (CPHT) within 12 months of state registration required.
• Must possess certain demonstrated abilities and a thorough knowledge base, understanding, and level of proficiency to assure adherence to the procedures and objectives of pharmacy services.
• Interpersonal Skills: To communicate effectively with hospital personnel, patients and the public through daily rounds, meetings, and formal presentations.
• Computer Skills: Microsoft Outlook, Word, basic.
• Analytical Skills: Must be able to interpret and evaluate medication request for triaging to pharmacist.
• Time Management Skills: Ability to prioritize time and tasks according to the needs of patients without prompting.

Responsibilities

• Transfer of medication issues is communicated between the pharmacy team.
• Sterile Compounding Management.
• Pass Low Risk Level Competency and manage FLOW of products.
• Pass Medium Risk Level Competency and manage FLOW of products.
• Central Pharmacy Management.
• Answers telephone calls on a respectable level and completes necessary follow-up.
• Able to manage Unit Dose area, including Omnicell.
• Able to operate and manage Pharmacy equipment (carousel, UD packager, etc).
• Operates Controlled Substance system (CSM), manages associated paperwork, understands controlled substance policies.
• Crash Cart, other kits/trays (eg, perfusion, anesthesia, etc) addressed/filled prior to end of shift.
• Uphold customer service expectations, as defined in the Employee Standards of Behavior.
• Patient Care Unit Management.
• Completes all Omnicell Pending and Loads prior to end of shift.
• ALL credits are checked per shift, returned to pharmacy, and put in proper location.
• Teamwork exhibited by actions.
• Completion of orders to point of delivery (visual inspections while staffing).
• Follows established policies and procedures for pharmacy operations.
• Respectful of pharmacist oversight of activities (feedback from pharmacists).
• Actions represent the best interest of the patient (observational).
• Follows all Safety Alerts: Code Red; Code Triage; Code Adam.
• Demonstrates ability to safely handle and deliver Hazardous Drugs.
• Participates in the training and orientation of new pharmacy supportive personnel.
• Helps maintain a sufficient inventory level for all medications and supplies in all areas of the Pharmacy Department.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Excellent benefits
• Great work environment where all employees are valued

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees