PRN Pharmacy Technician - Ochsner Rush - Meridian, MS

Ochsner Clinic Foundation•Meridian, MS

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The 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 data into computer systems and prints labels; reviews physician orders and enters patient medication orders; and identifies order problems for clarification by a pharmacist or nurse. The technician also accurately compounds IV admixtures and other assigned preparations 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 position supports customer service and teamwork, fills medication orders, charges and credits medications, stocks and delivers medications, inspects assigned areas, prepares IV admixtures and other extemporaneous compounds, and enters TPN orders into the computer system. The technician adapts communication and service to the patient population and maintains professional competency. The role requires compliance with applicable laws, regulations, accreditation standards, and the employer's Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct. This is a PRN position at Ochsner Rush in Meridian, Mississippi. The physical classification is Medium Work, involving exertion of 20 to 50 pounds occasionally, 10 to 25 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly. The role may involve occupational exposure risk to hazardous medications or hazardous waste in the healthcare environment.

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.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals 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 24/7 availability, weekends, holidays, and on-call availability.
Ability to meet the physical demands of Medium Work, including exerting 20 to 50 pounds occasionally, 10 to 25 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly.

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, 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 order problems and notify a pharmacist or nurse when clarification or patient information is needed.
Compound 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 related clerical duties, including typing, answering phones, filing, and greeting nurses and physicians at the pharmacy window.
Fill medication orders; charge and credit medications; stock, deliver, and inspect assigned areas.
Prepare IV admixtures and other extemporaneous compounds and enter TPN orders into the computer system.
Maintain competency in professional growth and responsibilities.
Adapt behavior and communication to the patient population, including respecting privacy, introducing oneself appropriately, explaining services or procedures, requesting permissions, and adapting communication style.
Remain knowledgeable about applicable laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements and ensure compliance.
Report known or suspected unethical or questionable conduct and patient/employee safety, privacy, or other compliance concerns.
Perform other related duties as required.