Pharmacy Tech - Norris Pharmacy - Full Time 8 Hour Rotating Shifts (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. Essential Duties include drug distribution and intravenous admixture throughout the hospital and/or infusion center. Competency in performing ALL aspects of the Pyxis automated dispensing systems, assisting in ensuring that all medications are appropriately barcoded, and certification in chemotherapy preparation practices with competency in utilizing Texium system. The role also involves generating revenues by calculating, recording and issuing charges (OR billing), maintaining a safe and clean pharmacy, consistent documentation of all pharmacy log sheets, completing monthly expiration medication assignments, and competency in aseptic technique. Appropriate use of technology (computer, telecommunications, Cerner system, Power Chart, Pyxis) is required for triaging workflow for efficient medication delivery. The technician will maintain pharmacy inventory, assist health care providers with phone calls, and manage shift-specific workflow and responsibilities appropriately. Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High school or equivalent
- Graduation from accredited Pharmacy Technician School
- 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)
Nice To Haves
- At least 1 year of oncology experience
Responsibilities
- Preparing and distributing medications for patient consumption
- Drug distribution and intravenous admixture throughout the hospital and/or infusion center
- Performing all aspects of the Pyxis automated dispensing systems
- Ensuring all medications are appropriately barcoded
- Generating revenues by calculating, recording and issuing charges (OR billing)
- Maintaining a safe and clean pharmacy
- Documenting all pharmacy log sheets
- Completing monthly expiration medication assignments
- 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
- Maintaining pharmacy inventory by checking pharmacy stock, assisting in restocking and rotating medications and supplies
- Assisting health care providers with phone calls in a timely manner
- Appropriate use of time management for maintaining shift specific workflow
- Prioritizing responsibilities appropriately
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
