Pharmacy Technician Specialist - Home Infusion

Ochsner Health•New Orleans, LA

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! Responsible for the order entry of prescriptions, preparation of intravenous solutions, disposable supplies and related activities under the direction of a pharmacist for intravenous homecare patients. 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
Successful completion of a pharmacy technician training program
Work Experience Required – 2 years of experience as a Pharmacy Technician
Certifications Required - Registered with the Board of Pharmacy in the state of practice and in possession of a work permit.
One year of college or completion of a para-professional pharmacy training program, or Certified Pharmacy Technician Licensure or National Certification, Completion of a sterile product preparation certification
Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
Must have working knowledge of pharmaceutical mathematics.
Must have working knowledge of sterile technique and demonstrate aseptic technique proficiency.
Must have working knowledge of safety guidelines for handling chemotherapy.
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.
Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard.
Skills to operate standard pharmacy and office equipment.
Knowledge of basic drug terminology, pharmaceutical evaluation, pharmacology and pharmaceutical law.
Excellent aseptic technique must be demonstrated on an ongoing basis.
Strong interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

Preferred - Pharmaceutical quality assurance experience with parenteral products.

Responsibilities

Prepare and compound sterile parenteral/enteral pharmaceutical and chemotherapeutic agents under pharmacist's supervision, demonstrating a commitment to excellence.
Perform accurate prescription order entry processes that are held for pharmacist’s review and authorization.
Initiate and complete delivery forms.
Attend and participate in all patient care meetings and conferences.
Prepare, record and monitor results for pharmaceutical quality assurance testing.
Assist in maintaining the pharmacy facility in adherence to Policy and Procedures for achievement of excellent audit results.
Responsible for knowing and adhering to Policy and Procedures governing pharmacy operations.
Assist pharmacist(s) in inventory procedures including record keeping and ordering.
Log and shelve incoming inventory.
Organize assigned work load to best facilitate its accomplishment.
Maintain the confidentiality of patients and their personal information at all times.
Act as a delivery representative as found necessary by the pharmacist on duty.
Assist the pharmacists, when requested, in all duties and functions according to standard practices of the profession and state, federal and other applicable laws.
Stays abreast of developments in field of home infusion therapy.
Attends continuing education/workshops recommended by the State-Board of Pharmacy and accrediting agency.
Participate in any continuing education and inservices as requested by management.
Perform other tasks as requested by pharmacists on duty and supervisor.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.
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.
The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status