Pharmacy Technician I, Pharmacy-Cancer Institute, PRN, Days

Prisma Health•Richland, WA

About The Position

Under the direction of a pharmacist, the Pharmacy Technician I performs pharmacy-related functions in compliance with departmental policies and procedures and participates as an active member of the pharmacy team to provide pharmaceutical care for patients. In acute care, the role operates basic automation, fulfills inventory needs, and performs sterile compounding in non-hazardous settings. In retail, the role primarily involves filling and selling prescriptions. Technicians who qualify for Pharmacy Technician II or Pharmacy Technician Advanced titling but do not meet the applicable work experience or certification requirements may also be titled Pharmacy Technician I. This is a non-management position reporting to a supervisor, manager, director, or executive. The position is based at Richland Hospital in the Pharmacy-Cancer Institute-CIR department and works the day shift.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, or a post-high-school degree.
State Board of Pharmacy registration as a pharmacy technician.
Pharmacy technician certification within 24 months of hire.
Thorough knowledge of medical and pharmacy terminology.
Good mathematical, computer, and aseptic technique skills.
Knowledge of Board of Pharmacy, Department of Health, and DEA rules and regulations.
Interpersonal skills for working with subordinates, peers, supervisors, and people outside the department.
Problem-solving abilities.
Ability to work in team situations and handle urgent, stressful conditions.
Proficient computer skills, including word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
Data-entry skills.
Mathematical skills.

Responsibilities

Accurately interpret and prepare medication orders, medication kits and trays, automated dispensing cabinets, and floor stock requisitions, as applicable to the work area.
Complete cart fills and code tray refills accurately and handle controlled substances in compliance with regulations and policies.
Operate the cash register to accept payments accurately for pharmacy products and services, and enter patient charges and credits.
Use pharmacy-related computer systems and automation, including automated dispensing cabinets, inventory management technology, label printers, unit dose packing machines, and IV room automation; troubleshoot problems as needed.
Answer and prioritize telephone calls, respond to pharmacy window requests as appropriate, and adjust priorities when work demands change.
Fill, label, and package medications and pharmaceuticals appropriately.
Deliver medications promptly to the correct patient care area or department according to established schedules and workflows, including STAT medications when required.
Routinely remove and evaluate medications remaining in delivery areas, return bins, and medication refrigerators.
Follow regulatory guidelines and documentation requirements for sterile compounding, as applicable.
Provide excellent customer service, maintain a clean and orderly work area, and be ready to work at the beginning of each shift.
Complete assigned quality assurance tasks and shift logs, including expiration checks, regulatory and temperature-monitoring documentation, inventory checks, floor-stock inspections, and equipment cleaning or preventive maintenance.
Participate in training new personnel and mentoring new pharmacy technicians and pharmacy interns.
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