Pharmacy Technician

Oneida Health•Oneida, NY

6d•$18 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves stocking pharmacy supplies, assisting the Pharmacist with filling orders, and performing clerical duties. Work is performed under the direct supervision of the Pharmacy Director, with related work as required. The Pharmacy Technician provides pharmaceutical services, supports medication preparation and distribution, manages inventory, and follows applicable regulatory and organizational requirements.

Requirements

Graduation from high school, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
National Certification.
Certified NYS Pharmacy Tech.

Responsibilities

Provide pharmaceutical services including drug packaging and labeling, distribution, inventory control, quality control, and proper documentation.
Assist pharmacists in preparing, administering, and documenting medications and treatments in accordance with state and federal regulations.
Prepare and deliver timely admixture services for chemotherapeutic and biotherapeutic agents, other intravenous medications, and IV solutions.
Perform pharmaceutical calculations for common dosage determination.
Complete clerical and computer-entry work related to inventory and environment management.
Maintain working knowledge of drug identification, medication dosages, administration routes, dosage forms, and storage requirements.
Manage pharmaceutical inventory procurement, storage, preparation, and distribution to maintain adequate supply levels and support cost-saving inventory control.
Determine and regularly evaluate par levels to ensure drug and material availability and appropriate on-shelf volume.
Monitor drug expiration dates and remove outdated or damaged drugs from pharmacy inventory.
Perform regular physical inventory of pharmacy items on shelves and in Pyxis medication stations.
Comply with state and federal drug laws, FDA requirements, organizational policies, and procedures concerning sterile compounding.
Implement USP standards, including 795 for nonsterile compounding, 797 for sterile compounding, and 800 for handling hazardous drugs.
Follow USP, OSHA, infection-control, and regulatory guidelines for preparation and mixing areas, including cleaning, hood recertification, and monitoring refrigeration temperatures.
Protect the confidentiality of patients’ protected health information and prevent its accidental, intentional, or inappropriate disclosure.
Maintain certification and complete required continuing education to meet facility and regulatory accreditation and licensure requirements.