Pharmacy Tech - Pharmacy - Full Time 8 Hour Rotating Shift (Non-Exempt) (Union)
About The Position
The Pharmacy Technician is responsible for preparing and distributing medications for patient consumption under the general supervision of a licensed pharmacist and in accordance with standard departmental procedures. This role involves working under the direct supervision of the pharmacist at all times, with responsibilities including drug distribution and intravenous admixture throughout the hospital and/or infusion center. The technician will also be competent in performing all aspects of the Pyxis automated dispensing systems, maintaining accurate controlled substance inventory, and accurately and efficiently preparing and dispensing medications with pharmacist verification. Additionally, the role requires certification in chemotherapy preparation practices, revenue generation through billing, maintaining a safe and clean pharmacy, documenting pharmacy logs, completing monthly expiration medication assignments, repackaging/unit-dosing medications, and utilizing aseptic technique. The technician will appropriately use technology such as Cerner and Power Chart systems to manage workflow and medication delivery, maintain pharmacy inventory, assist healthcare providers with phone calls, and manage time effectively to prioritize responsibilities.
Requirements
- High school or equivalent
- Graduation from accredited Pharmacy Technician School
- 1 year experience in Pharmacy
- Able to perform dose calculations, double checks accuracy of product selection and assures performance of both aseptic and hazardous drug compounding techniques that require the use of a USP797/800 compliant clean room and personal protective equipment to reduce exposure and contamination while maintaining sterility of the final product
- Organization/time management skills
- Proficient verbal and written communication skills
- Must demonstrate excellent customer service
- Pharmacy Technician (CA DCA) Registration with California State Board of Pharmacy
- Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)
Responsibilities
- Drug distribution and intravenous admixture throughout the hospital and/or infusion center
- Performing all aspects of the Pyxis automated dispensing systems
- Maintaining accurate controlled substance inventory utilizing the CII Pyxis system
- Accurate and efficient preparation and dispensing of medications with pharmacist verification
- Certification in chemotherapy preparation practices with competency in utilizing Texium system
- Generates revenues by calculating, recording and issuing charges (OR billing)
- Maintains a safe and clean pharmacy by complying with procedures, rules and regulations
- Consistent documentation of all pharmacy log sheets
- Completes monthly expiration medication assignments and documents consistently
- Repackaging/unit-dosing medications using the MILT4 program
- Aseptic technique
- Appropriate use of technology (computer, telecommunications, Cerner system, Power Chart, Pyxis) to triage workflow for efficient medication delivery
- Maintains pharmacy inventory by checking pharmacy stock, assist in restocking and rotating medications and supplies
- Assists health care providers with phone calls in a timely manner
- Appropriate use of time management for maintaining shift specific workflow
- Performs other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
