Pharmacy Technician Certified - Inpatient

Ochsner Clinic Foundation•New Orleans, LA

8h•Onsite

About The Position

This job delivers medications to designated areas under close supervision and according to detailed instructions, policies and procedures. This job refills and maintains automated dispensing machines; prices manual medication orders, inventories and reorders stock in the pharmacy; enters data into a computer system and prints labels as necessary; reviews physician's orders and enters patient medication orders into the pharmacy order entry system; identifies problems with orders and notifies pharmacist or nursing when orders need clarification or to request patient information (i.e. allergies, height, weight) when needed; accurately compounds IV Admixtures and other assigned preparations utilizing aseptic technique and proper pharmaceutical procedures; maintains stock in all assigned areas including the IV room and other pharmacy areas; performs related clerical duties including typing, answering phone, filing and greeting nurses and physicians at the Pharmacy window.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
1 year of college or completion of a para-professional pharmacy training program, or Certified Pharmacy Technician
Licensure or National Certification
Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
Must be proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
Skills to operate standard pharmacy and office equipment
Strong interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

1 year hospital experience
Certified Pharmacy Technician License

Responsibilities

Ensures customer service and teamwork while conducting responsibilities
Fills medication orders, charges/credits all medication, stocks, delivers, and inspects assigned areas.
Prepares IV admixtures and other extemporaneous compounds and enters TPN orders into the computer system.
Maintains competency in professional growth and responsibilities
Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
Other related duties as required.