Pharmacy Technician I PRN

University of Maryland Medical System•Baltimore, MD

About The Position

The Pharmacy Technician I provides pharmacy services that may include dispensing, preparing, and delivering pharmaceuticals; inventory control; compliance audits; financial transactions; customer service; and pharmacy record maintenance. The role may assist with staff onboarding and training under the direction and guidance of Pharmacy Leadership. It is designed to use and extend knowledge and competency while performing technical pharmacy functions in the Ambulatory Pharmacy, Inpatient Pharmacy, Infusion Pharmacy, or Pharmaceutical Research Center.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Maryland Technician Registration, Maryland Pharmacy Intern Certificate, or Pharmacy Student Technician Exemption Certificate for students enrolled and in good standing at an accredited School of Pharmacy.
National Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT).

Responsibilities

Select, package, and label medication and supply orders for pharmacist inspection and approval.
Process medication orders according to protocol, including accurate entry of patient, insurance (if applicable), and medication order information for verification; select the correct drug product, fill orders, and match labels to each order.
Maintain, track, and monitor medication and pharmaceutical supply inventory in accordance with established par levels, and inform the appropriate individual of stock needs and shortages.
Use medical informatics tools and systems in daily duties, including order-entry systems, automated dispensing devices, barcode technology, packaging devices, BCMA systems, clinical integrated systems, and system or application maintenance as applicable.
Deliver medications, pharmacy products, and/or pharmacy services to patients, patient agents, or patient care areas in compliance with regulatory standards for medication handling, storage, and security.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Prioritize work responsibilities and manage multiple demands.
Maintain accountability for professional practice and adhere to best-practice standards, guidelines, and hospital policies, procedures, and guidelines within the scope of practice.
Maintain competency in work- and pharmacy-related technology and applications, and support team member orientation or training when appropriate.
Seek validation of knowledge, skills, and decisions as necessary, and seek guidance when needed.
Identify and resolve problems effectively, and accept change as part of the problem-solving process.
Communicate effectively and use lines of authority appropriately.
Support professional growth through educational programs, literature, workshops, and in-service meetings.
Identify the health system’s adherence to best practices and guidelines relevant to medication management.
Attend hospital and departmental meetings as required.
Use appropriate customer relations skills to treat patients, families, visitors, team members, and others with respect and dignity.
Represent the department on hospital committees, professional associations, and community organizations where appropriate.
Participate in developing policies, procedures, and guidelines related to medication use and management.
Stay informed about UMMS and Pharmacy Department operations and communications, and maintain knowledge of the UMMS mission, vision, and values.