Pharmacy Tech Candidate

Ochsner Clinic Foundation•Houma, LA

About The Position

Processes pharmacy orders and delivers medications to designated areas under close supervision and according to instructions, policies, and procedures. The role includes maintaining automated dispensing machines and pharmacy stock, pricing manual medication orders, entering patient medication orders and related data into computer systems, printing labels, and identifying orders that need clarification or additional patient information. The technician accurately prepares IV admixtures and other assigned compounds using aseptic technique and proper pharmaceutical procedures. The position also involves clerical work, customer service, and maintaining compliance with applicable laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements. The role may involve potential exposure to hazardous medications and hazardous waste in the healthcare environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Must be eligible for Pharmacy Technician Certification Board certification in the state of practice, be registered with the state Board of Pharmacy, and possess a work permit if the PTCB test has not been taken and passed; if not yet passed, the technician must apply for the next available exam.
Computer skills and dexterity for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
Proficiency with Windows-style applications and keyboard use.
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, including potential 24/7 availability, weekends, holidays, and on-call availability.

Nice To Haves

Hospital experience.
Experience in a retail pharmacy environment.
Certified as a Pharmacy Technician in the state of practice.

Responsibilities

Process medication orders and deliver medications to designated areas.
Refill and maintain automated dispensing machines; price manual medication orders; inventory, reorder, and maintain stock in the pharmacy, IV room, and other assigned areas.
Enter patient medication orders and other data into pharmacy computer systems, print labels, and identify orders needing clarification or additional patient information.
Notify pharmacists or nursing staff when orders need clarification or patient information is needed.
Accurately prepare IV admixtures and other extemporaneous compounds using aseptic technique and proper pharmaceutical procedures.
Provide customer service to patients; fill medication orders; charge or credit medications; stock, deliver, and inspect assigned areas.
Perform related clerical duties, including typing, answering phones, filing, and greeting nurses and physicians at the pharmacy window.
Maintain required certification and knowledge to perform duties optimally and in compliance with regulations.
Remain knowledgeable about applicable laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements, and ensure compliance.
Report known or suspected unethical or questionable conduct and patient or employee safety, privacy, or compliance concerns.