Inpatient Pharmacy Technician II, Medication Reconciliation, Transitions of Care

Sutter Health • Roseville, CA

10d • $36 - $44

About The Position

Performs pharmaceutical procedures for medication preparation and distribution that ensures safe, effective, and cost-efficient medication therapy. Prepares, compounds, packages, labels, and dispenses medication, nutritional products, and non-hazardous IV admixture and solutions. Adheres to all standards, procedures, cleaning protocols, and infection control polices to maintain a safe and sterile medication area, clean rooms, and laminar flow hoods. Assists with medicine and supplies inventory management and control, including maintaining adequate stock levels, checking accuracy of pricing, and completing required regulatory documentation. Exercises sound judgment and has developed clinical skills to provide pharmaceutical support to the patient’s plan of care based on the diagnosis in a timely manner. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to ensure privacy and safety. May also be responsible for performing other specific tasks and/or orienting other staff to the department. Able to serve as the primary trainer and competency administrator for new staff for inpatient pharmacy technician tasks. Perform functions such as patient medication history interviews and documentation in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) independent of performance in other pharmacy tasks. Independently research and resolve ADS Pyxis controlled substance discrepancies and complete resolution process with nursing/anesthesia/or other clinical users.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited Pharmacy Technician program OR Met Board of Pharmacy requirements to obtain registration
• PHRMTECHR-Registered Pharmacy Technician OR PHARMC-Certified Pharmacy Technician OR PHARMT-Pharmacy Technician
• 1 year recent relevant experience
• Knowledge of medical terminology, generic and trade pharmaceutical names, pharmaceutical calculations and laws and regulations.
• Knowledge and understanding of different Pharmacy practice settings, including narcotic delivery and procedures.
• Knowledge and ability to identify and employ pharmaceutical and medical terms, abbreviations and symbols commonly used in prescribing, dispensing, and record keeping of medications.
• Requires a basic working knowledge of legal requirements and accreditation standards including National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP), The Joint Commission (TJC), Title XXII, United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and United States Pharmacopeia (USP).
• Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
• Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
• General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook), related pharmaceutical technology, EHR, and EPIC.
• Carry out calculations and execute basic math skills needed for common dosage determination.
• Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
• Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
• Ensure the privacy of each patient’s PHI.
• Identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
• Build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.
• Ability to perform basic pharmacy buyer duties.

Responsibilities

• Performs pharmaceutical procedures for medication preparation and distribution
• Prepares, compounds, packages, labels, and dispenses medication, nutritional products, and non-hazardous IV admixture and solutions
• Assists with medicine and supplies inventory management and control
• Provides pharmaceutical support to the patient’s plan of care based on the diagnosis in a timely manner
• Serves as the primary trainer and competency administrator for new staff for inpatient pharmacy technician tasks
• Performs patient medication history interviews and documentation in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
• Independently researches and resolves ADS Pyxis controlled substance discrepancies and complete resolution process with nursing/anesthesia/or other clinical users

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees