Pharmacy Technician Certified - OUHC Inpatient - PRN

Ochsner Health•Lafayette, LA

18h

About The Position

This position delivers medications to designated areas under close supervision and according to detailed instructions, policies, and procedures. The Pharmacy Technician refills and maintains automated dispensing machines; prices manual medication orders; inventories and reorders pharmacy stock; enters information into computer systems and prints labels; reviews physician orders and enters patient medication orders into the pharmacy order-entry system; identifies order problems and contacts a pharmacist or nurse for clarification or patient information when needed; and accurately compounds IV admixtures and other preparations using aseptic technique and proper pharmaceutical procedures. The role also maintains stock in assigned areas, including the IV room, and performs clerical duties such as typing, answering phones, filing, and greeting nurses and physicians at the Pharmacy window. The technician fills medication orders; charges or credits medications; stocks, delivers, and inspects assigned areas; prepares IV admixtures and other extemporaneous compounds; and enters TPN orders into the computer system. The position requires customer service and teamwork, continued professional competency, adaptation of communication and services to the patient population, and compliance with applicable laws, accreditation standards, regulations, and the employer’s Compliance & Privacy Program.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Current Pharmacy Technician Certification issued by the Board of Pharmacy in the state of practice.
Computer skills and dexterity for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
Proficiency with Windows-style applications and keyboard use.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to people at varying levels.
Ability to operate standard pharmacy and office equipment.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to travel throughout and between facilities.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including 24/7 coverage, weekends, holidays, and on-call availability.

Nice To Haves

One year of hospital experience.

Responsibilities

Deliver medications to designated areas according to instructions, policies, and procedures.
Refill and maintain automated dispensing machines.
Price manual medication orders, inventory and reorder pharmacy stock, and maintain stock in assigned areas, including the IV room.
Enter data into computer systems and print labels as needed.
Review physician orders and enter patient medication orders into the pharmacy order-entry system.
Identify problems with medication orders and notify a pharmacist or nurse when clarification or patient information is needed.
Accurately compound IV admixtures and other assigned preparations using aseptic technique and proper pharmaceutical procedures.
Fill medication orders; charge or credit medications; and stock, deliver, and inspect assigned areas.
Prepare IV admixtures and other extemporaneous compounds and enter TPN orders into the computer system.
Perform clerical duties, including typing, answering phones, filing, and greeting nurses and physicians at the Pharmacy window.
Provide customer service and work collaboratively as part of a team.
Maintain competency in professional growth and responsibilities.
Adapt interactions and explanations to the patient population, respecting privacy and requesting permissions as appropriate.
Remain knowledgeable about and comply with applicable laws, regulations, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements.
Report known or suspected unethical or questionable conduct and safety, privacy, or compliance concerns.
Perform other related duties as required.