Ops Pharmacy Tech I

WVU Medicine

12d

About The Position

Assists in most aspects of drug distribution that do not require the professional judgment of a pharmacist. An Operations Pharmacy Technician I can perform some aspects of drug distribution and preparation, following standard written procedures and guidelines under the supervision of a pharmacist. Duties are subject to state and federal restrictions on tasks reserved for pharmacists.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Current licensure or permit as required by the state board where services are provided. For West Virginia, this is a Pharmacy Technician License or Trainee License through the West Virginia Board of Pharmacy. Requirements also specify applicable technician licenses, student permits, or trainee licenses for Maryland, Ohio, and Pennsylvania.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including walking and standing or sitting for long periods, lifting 30 pounds, pushing 50 pounds, and fingering, handling, and reaching.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree, post-high-school education in a science field, or graduation from a pharmacy technician training program.
Six months of pharmacy technician experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare unit-dose medications; deliver medications; and order and deliver drug supplies.
Read physician orders and prescriptions and prepare medications for dispensing, including unique dosage forms for pediatric and geriatric patients.
Apply knowledge of standard pharmaceutical and medical terms, abbreviations, and symbols used in prescribing and dispensing medications.
Communicate with patients or caregivers to determine medication needs and possession, and schedule medication delivery, pickup, or shipment.
Prepare and/or deliver controlled substances accurately and maintain required records.
Take inventory of medication supplies in patient-care areas, remove outdated or deteriorated medications, and replenish depleted inventory.
Prepare non-parenteral medications accurately, including oral solutions and suspensions for pediatric patients.
Label parenteral and prescription products appropriately.
Perform arithmetic calculations for usual dosage determinations required in medication and solution preparation.
Meet departmental standards for speed and accuracy.
Prepare and label prepackaged medications based on usage patterns and prepackaging requirements, and maintain related records.
Maintain inventory and supplies in assigned pharmacy service areas.
Answer telephone calls and route them to the appropriate individual.
Keep institutional pharmacy service areas and drug storage areas clean and orderly.
Follow state and federal restrictions governing duties reserved for pharmacists.