Certified Pharmacy Technician - Casual/PRN

Best Care•Fremont, NE

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Pharmacy Technician assists with pharmacy department activities that do not require a pharmacist’s professional judgment, working under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist and following established written procedures and guidelines. The role triages medication requests, prioritizes and processes orders, alerts pharmacists as appropriate, and manufactures, packages, and labels drug products as needed. The technician performs aseptic compounding of parenteral admixtures and other sterile dosage forms, excluding chemotherapy and specialty solutions unless permitted with appropriate training and instruction. Duties include applying aseptic technique, preparing labels and control records, visually inspecting preparations, and documenting quality control. The role also supports institutional medication distribution through computerized order systems, dispensing and compounding automation, controlled-substance records and procedures, medication preparation, and delivery and exchange of medications. Additional work includes managing central pharmacy and patient care unit functions, maintaining medication and supply inventory, completing Omnicell loads and pending transactions, checking and returning credits, filling crash carts and other kits, handling hazardous drugs safely, and operating pharmacy equipment. The technician participates in orienting new pharmacy personnel, works with the health care team, upholds customer-service and safety standards, and maintains patient confidentiality and attentiveness to patients’ rights. This is a casual, as-needed position. Hours are primarily during the day, with rotating evening shifts and work every fifth weekend. The position is located at Methodist Fremont Health in Fremont, Nebraska.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Must be at least 18 years old and have no current drug or alcohol addiction or convictions for a drug-related misdemeanor or felony.
Registration with the work state as a Pharmacy Technician (RPHT.NE) or Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPHT.IA) is required at the start of employment.
Certification through a board-approved state or national pharmacy technician certification program (CPHT) is required within 12 months of state registration.
For Iowa employees registered as a Pharmacy Technician Trainee, CPHT.IA must be obtained within one year of trainee registration.
Knowledge and proficiency in basic chemistry, arithmetic, basic algebra, reading, and writing.
Ability to communicate effectively with hospital personnel, patients, and the public.
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Outlook and Word.
Ability to interpret and evaluate medication requests for triage to a pharmacist.
Ability to prioritize time and tasks according to patient needs without prompting.
Ability to meet medium-work weight demands, including exerting up to 50 pounds of force; up to 100 pounds with assistance from a second person.

Nice To Haves

Some hospital pharmacy experience.
American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

Triage medication requests, prioritize and process orders, and notify a pharmacist when appropriate.
Communicate medication issues and pending transactions to pharmacy staff for completion.
Perform sterile compounding using proper aseptic technique; prepare labels and control records, visually inspect preparations, and document quality control.
Complete low- and medium-risk competency requirements and manage product flow.
Perform institutional drug distribution functions, including preparing medications, viewing orders in the pharmacy computer system, and participating in batch runs.
Operate dispensing and compounding automation and pharmacy equipment, including the carousel and unit-dose packager.
Manage the unit-dose area and Omnicell, including completing pending transactions and loads before the end of the shift.
Maintain controlled-substance records and paperwork and follow applicable policies; manage non-formulary drugs and medication delivery and exchange.
Fill crash carts and other kits or trays before the end of the shift.
Check credits each shift, return them to the pharmacy, and place them in the proper location.
Safely handle and deliver hazardous drugs.
Complete orders through delivery, including visual inspections while staffing.
Help maintain adequate medication and supply inventory in all pharmacy areas.
Participate in training and orientation of new pharmacy employees and supportive personnel.
Interact effectively with health care team members, patients, hospital personnel, and the public; maintain confidentiality and respect patients’ rights.
Follow pharmacy policies and procedures, safety alerts, pharmacist oversight, and employee standards of behavior.
Perform other tasks as assigned.