Pharmacy Tech, Casual Hospital Inpatient Pharmacy

Hennepin Healthcare•Minneapolis, MN

10d•Onsite

About The Position

We are currently seeking a Pharmacy Tech to join our Hospital Inpatient Pharmacy team. This position is casual (no benefits) and will work rotating day/evening shifts, and every other weekend Purpose of this position: Performs a variety of technical and clerical pharmacy duties allowed by law under the supervision of a registered pharmacist. Fosters and maintains a positive image of the pharmacy within the hospital and in the community

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Ability to communicate with other employees and patients
Excellent customer service skills
Ability to use a computer and associated programs
Ability to understand oral and written instructions
Ability to learn and apply pharmacy procedures
Some skill in record keeping
Must be competent in 3 out of 8 areas within 6 months of hire
First Dose Unit Dose
Cart Fill
General IV Preparation
Omnicell
Decentral
ATP
Chemotherapy IV Preparation
TPN Preparation
Current Pharmacy Technician Registration with MN State Board
PTCB or ExCPT pharmacy tech certification within 1 year of date of hire, paid for by employee -OR-
Current Intern License with the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy

Nice To Haves

Excellent computer skills
Knowledge of Pharmacy computer systems
Graduate of an accredited Pharmacy Technician Program or a 240-hour employer-based Technician training Program or 1,000 hours of Pharmacy experience

Responsibilities

Accurately prepares, packages, labels, and delivers medications after they are checked by a registered pharmacist, intern, or qualified technician checker
Correctly performs pharmaceutical calculations to ensure correct doses are dispensed
Aseptically prepares IV admixtures and other sterile products as requested (when trained)
Triages pharmacy phone calls and resolves issues as able
Inspects and maintains medication supply throughout the facility. Removes and replaces outdated medications from the pharmacy, clinics, nursing stations, and Automated Dispensing Cabinets
Possesses strong interpersonal skills, is a team player, and promotes a positive team environment
Demonstrates good decision making skills, problem solving techniques, and possesses the ability to prioritize multiple tasks
Maintains and improves pharmacy workflow
Performs patient charging and other pharmacy financial activities when needed
Uses and maintains pharmacy equipment, medication rooms, and work areas according to approved procedures
Performs additional pharmacy technician duties as assigned