Pharmacy Technician - Certified - OALH - Pharmacy - Full Time

Ochsner Health•Baton Rouge, LA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways. At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today! 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. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.

Requirements

Education Required - High School diploma or equivalent
Certifications Required - Current Pharmacy Technician Certification issued by the Board of Pharmacy in the state of practice
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.
Must be able to travel throughout and between facilities.
Must be able to work a flexible schedule (e.g. 24/7, weekend, holiday, on call availability).

Nice To Haves

Work Experience Preferred - 1 year Hospital experience

Responsibilities

Delivers medications to designated areas under close supervision and according to detailed instructions, policies and procedures.
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.
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.
Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.
This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.