Certified Pharmacy Technician 32 hrs (days/evenings) Acute Care Pharmacy

Baystate Health•Springfield, MA

1d•$20 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

Pharmacy technicians, under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist, assist in various activities of the pharmacy department. Through the leadership of the operations team, the pharmacy technician is responsible for the essential functions and responsibilities outlined in this document, noting every employee is expected to perform other similar and related duties as assigned. Leadership has the right to change or add to the job responsibilities based on changes in workflows or processes as necessary. Employee is expected to: Obtain and maintain appropriate knowledge and understanding of Baystate Medical Center/Baystate Health (BH) Pharmacy Services. This knowledge includes the values, policies, and procedures of BMC/BH and BH Pharmacy Services. The incumbent serves as a representative of the department both inside and outside of the Pharmacy and Hospital and must adhere to system and department compliance policies, and any applicable laws and regulations and the Baystate Operating Principles. Demonstrate commitment and dedication to patient-centered delivery of care, including a thorough understanding of drug distribution workflows focusing on medication safety, quality and value; and participation in quality improvement initiatives. The certified pharmacy technician I is responsible for supporting dispensing and restocking functions from the central pharmacy to patient care areas utilizing automated inventory dispensing machines (e.g. carousel) and cabinets (e.g. Pyxis machines) as well as various medication trays and carts. Understand major job responsibilities and performance factors that help meet the responsibilities which include: Drug Distribution Dedication to Quality Improvement Initiatives Customer Service & Teamwork Attendance

Requirements

High School Diploma
Licensed Pharmacy Technician required
National Certification is required ( PTCB, ExCPT, or NRCPhT accepted)
Previous acute care technician experience required

Responsibilities

Distributive Pharmacy Services: Demonstrates a thorough understanding of the duties and responsibilities of the position to which he/she is assigned and performs various functions associated with the institutional drug distribution system and in accordance with regulatory and compliance standards. This includes, but is not limited to: Obtains a basic knowledge of the general chemical and physical properties of drugs handled in the pharmacy department. This includes identifying medications that are light sensitive, requires refrigeration, are caustic, or poisonous. Employee is also able to use reference books to locate stability information or material safety data sheets Operates automated technology (Pyxis, compounders, computers, etc.) in accordance to policy, procedures and manufacturing instructions. Appropriately utilizes the automated dispensing machines to facilitate medication dispensing in accordance with BH policy and procedure.
Dedication to Quality Improvement Initiatives: Accurately refills, checks, locks and stickers code carts according to policy/procedure. Understands the various satellites and shifts and is familiar with the various specialty areas and procedures (Chemotherapy, ORs, IDS, BOSC, NICU, etc) Maintains a working knowledge of medication error prevention methods and handling/preparation techniques for high-risk or high-alert medications, including LASA medications. Gains an understanding of population-specific preparation procedures (geriatric, adult, pediatric, and neonatal dosage forms and products).
Customer Service & Teamwork: Interacts effectively with other members of the department and health care team on a regular basis. Maintains attentiveness to the rights of patients. Maintains confidentiality of patient information. Triages orders, determines priorities, processes orders and notifies the pharmacist as appropriate. Receives and refers incoming calls for the department, handles pharmacy window.
Possesses good interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

Benefits

Excellent Compensation
High-quality, low-cost medical, dental and vision insurance
Generous PTO – up to 25 days in the first year, with scheduled earned increases
Continuing education support and reimbursement
First Time Home Buyers Financial Packages
Farm Share Memberships
403b retirement company match & annual company contribution increase based on years of service
Free money coach advice from a certified professional
Wellbeing programs that include but are not limited to mental, physical, and financial health
Pet, home, auto and personal insurance
Life insurance
Reimbursement for a variety of wellbeing activities, included but limited to gym membership and equipment, personal trainer, massage and so much more!