Certified Pharmacy Technician - Prior Authorization - Monroe

Ochsner Health•Monroe, LA

20d

About The Position

The Certified Pharmacy Technician delivers medications to designated areas under close supervision and according to detailed instructions, policies, and procedures. The role refills and maintains automated dispensing machines; prices manual medication orders; inventories and reorders pharmacy stock; enters data and prints labels; reviews physician orders and enters patient medication orders into the pharmacy order-entry system; and identifies order problems, notifying pharmacists or nursing staff when clarification or patient information is needed. The technician accurately compounds IV admixtures and other assigned preparations using aseptic technique and proper pharmaceutical procedures, maintains stock in assigned pharmacy areas, and performs clerical duties such as typing, answering phones, filing, and greeting nurses and physicians at the pharmacy window. The position supports customer service and teamwork, fills medication orders, charges and credits medications, stocks, delivers, and inspects assigned areas, prepares IV admixtures and other extemporaneous compounds, and enters TPN orders into the computer system. The technician adapts communication and service to the patient population, maintains professional competency, and performs other related duties as required. The role must remain knowledgeable about applicable laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements, and comply with the employer’s Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct. The work requires travel throughout and between facilities and a flexible schedule, which may include 24/7 availability, weekends, holidays, and on-call availability. The role has a Medium Work physical-demand classification, involving exertion of 20 to 50 pounds occasionally, 10 to 25 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly. Routine duties do not involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissue, and the incumbent is not called upon to provide emergency care or first aid. Work in the healthcare setting may involve occupational risk of exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Current Pharmacy Technician Certification issued by the Board of Pharmacy in the state of practice.
Computer skills and dexterity for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
Proficiency with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present information clearly and professionally to people at varying levels throughout the patient-care process.
Ability to operate standard pharmacy and office equipment.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to travel throughout and between facilities.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, potentially including 24/7 availability, weekends, holidays, and on-call availability.

Nice To Haves

One year of hospital experience.

Responsibilities

Deliver medications to designated areas under close supervision and according to instructions, policies, and procedures.
Refill and maintain automated dispensing machines.
Price manual medication orders, inventory and reorder pharmacy stock, enter data, and print labels as needed.
Review physician orders and enter patient medication orders into the pharmacy order-entry system.
Identify order problems and contact pharmacists or nursing staff for clarification or necessary patient information.
Compound IV admixtures and other assigned preparations accurately using aseptic technique and proper pharmaceutical procedures.
Maintain stock in assigned areas, including the IV room and other pharmacy areas.
Perform clerical duties, including typing, answering phones, filing, and greeting nurses and physicians at the pharmacy window.
Fill medication orders; charge or credit medications; and stock, deliver, and inspect assigned areas.
Prepare IV admixtures and other extemporaneous compounds and enter TPN orders into the computer system.
Provide customer service and work collaboratively as part of a team.
Maintain competency in professional growth and responsibilities.
Adapt communication and service to the specific patient population, including respecting privacy and obtaining permissions.
Remain knowledgeable about applicable laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements and ensure compliance.
Perform other related duties as required.