Pharmacy Technician (Certified) OUHC - Retail Pharmacy - PRN

Ochsner Clinic Foundation•Lafayette, LA

20d

About The Position

The Certified Pharmacy Technician delivers medications to designated areas under close supervision and according to detailed instructions, policies, and procedures. The role refills and maintains automated dispensing machines; prices manual medication orders; inventories and reorders pharmacy stock; enters information into computer systems and prints labels; and reviews and enters physician medication orders into the pharmacy order-entry system. The technician identifies order issues and contacts pharmacists or nursing staff for clarification or additional patient information as needed. The position prepares IV admixtures and other assigned compounds using aseptic technique and proper pharmaceutical procedures, 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 also fills medication orders, charges or credits medications, stocks, delivers, and inspects assigned areas, and enters TPN orders into the computer system. Other related duties may be assigned. The job requires compliance with applicable laws, accreditation standards, regulations, and the employer’s Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct. This role requires travel throughout and between facilities and a flexible schedule that may include 24/7 coverage, weekends, holidays, and on-call availability. It is classified as Medium Work, involving exertion of 20–50 pounds occasionally, 10–25 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly. Although routine duties do not involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissue, the healthcare environment may involve occupational risk from hazardous medications or hazardous waste.

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, including the ability to present information clearly and professionally to individuals at varying levels throughout the patient-care process.
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 possible 24/7 coverage, weekends, holidays, and on-call availability.

Nice To Haves

One year of hospital experience.

Responsibilities

Deliver medications to designated areas under close supervision and according to instructions, policies, and procedures.
Refill and maintain automated dispensing machines.
Price manual medication orders and inventory and reorder pharmacy stock.
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 orders and contact pharmacists or nursing staff for clarification or additional patient information.
Accurately prepare IV admixtures and other assigned preparations using aseptic technique and proper pharmaceutical procedures.
Maintain stock in assigned areas, including the IV room and other pharmacy areas.
Perform clerical duties, including typing, answering phones, filing, and greeting nurses and physicians at the pharmacy window.
Fill medication orders; charge or credit medications; stock, deliver, and inspect assigned areas.
Prepare IV admixtures and other extemporaneous compounds and enter TPN orders into the computer system.
Provide customer service and teamwork while carrying out responsibilities.
Adapt communication and conduct to the patient population, including respecting privacy and requesting permissions as appropriate.
Maintain professional competency and remain knowledgeable about applicable laws, regulations, accreditation standards, and compliance requirements.
Perform other related duties as required.