Pharmacy Tech - Pharmacy - Per Diem 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. This role involves drug distribution and intravenous admixture throughout the hospital and/or infusion center, competency in automated dispensing systems, and ensuring medications are appropriately barcoded. The technician will also maintain accurate controlled substance inventory, prepare and dispense medications accurately and efficiently, and be certified in chemotherapy preparation practices. Additionally, the role includes generating revenue through billing, maintaining a safe and clean pharmacy environment, documenting pharmacy logs, completing monthly expiration medication assignments, repackaging/unit-dosing medications, and utilizing aseptic technique. Appropriate use of technology for workflow triage, maintaining pharmacy inventory, and assisting healthcare providers with phone calls are also key responsibilities. The technician must be able to prioritize responsibilities and manage time effectively to maintain shift-specific workflow.
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
Nice To Haves
- 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
- Ensuring that all medications are appropriately barcoded
- Maintaining accurate controlled substance inventory utilizing the CII Pyxis system (Keck only)
- Accurate and efficient preparation and dispensing of medications with pharmacist verification
- Certification in chemotherapy preparation practices with competency in utilizing Texium system
- Generating revenues by calculating, recording and issuing charges (OR billing)
- Maintaining a safe and clean pharmacy by complying with procedures, rules and regulations
- Consistent documentation of all pharmacy log sheets
- Completing monthly expiration medication assignments and documenting 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 (checking medication history, printing labels, checking drip rates)
- Maintaining pharmacy inventory by checking pharmacy stock, assist in restocking and rotating medications and supplies
- Assisting health care providers with phone calls in a timely manner (i.e. answers questions and requests, triage calls to appropriate personnel)
- Appropriate use of time management for maintaining shift specific = workflow
- Prioritizing responsibilities appropriately
- Performing other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Excellent benefits and perks
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
