Home Infusion (Pharmacy Technician 2) - Relief

Oregon Health & Science University • Beaverton, OR

12d

About The Position

This position provides technical support to pharmacists through preparation of unit doses, computer order entry, and coordination of patient care. Home infusion technicians working this shift are responsible for ensuring accountability and accuracy of standard operations procedures in home infusion pharmacy. Position works under direct supervision of a Pharmacist who is responsible for the safe and proper distribution of medication to home infusion patients.

Requirements

• Completion of high school degree
• 1 year of pharmacy work experience, or equivalent additional education
• Ability to read and understand medical- related terms.
• Ability to perform basic pharmaceutical mathematics calculations.
• Excellent organizational skills
• Knowledge of commonly used computer programs including Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to establish priorities in workflow.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work under supervision of diverse Pharmacists.
• Licensed by the State of Oregon Board of Pharmacy
• Certification from the National Pharmacy Technician Certification Board or National Healthcareer Association. Certification must be maintained.

Nice To Haves

• Formal pharmacy technician training program
• Home Infusion Pharmacy experience
• Medical and scientific nomenclature

Responsibilities

• Coordinate refill processing and deliveries to ensure consistent medication and equipment supply for Home Infusion patients.
• Assist pharmacist through performance of computer order entry of outpatient orders and filling unit dose medication orders.
• Assist in inventory management by ensuring current Pharmacy inventory in line with expected need based on upcoming referrals and refill schedule.
• Coordinate patient care by answering telephone, filing, medication profile update and maintenance
• Assist Pharmacist in obtaining necessary documentation including laboratory results, chart notes, etc.
• Tracking of deliveries en route to ensure patients receive medication and supplies in a timely manner.
• Perform other technician duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees