Pharmacy Technician PRN
About The Position
Under the direct supervision of a Registered Pharmacist, the Pharmacy Technician is registered with the Board as a Pharmacy Technician and helps the pharmacists provide medication and other health care products to patients. Responsibilities include counting tablets and labeling bottles, receiving and stocking medication machines and areas, verifying stock counts and maintaining inventory records. Stock and enters data in the computer to maintain inventory records. The Pharmacy Technician must have a complete understanding and appreciation for the use and side effects of prescription and nonprescription drugs used to treat common disease states. The most important characteristic of these Pharmacy Technician duties is the need for absolute accuracy and precision in both the technical and clerical aspects of the job to ensure patient health and safety. Pharmacy Technicians will also assist in projects related to medications such as the electronic medical record, medication reconciliation processes, and screening patients for pharmacist consult. Projects a professional demeanor and appearance while maintaining the confidentiality of patients, coworkers, and facility information and adhering to the HIPAA policy. Reports, in good faith, any known or suspected activity that appears to violate laws, rules, regulations or the SP Code of Conduct. Fulfills annual Healthstream continuing education requirements. Personal attributes include the ability to be self-directed; demonstrates accountability, professionalism, and receptiveness to change; seeks guidance, direction, and assistance when needed. Works under stress and in situations that demand patience, stamina, endurance, and tact while providing impeccable service. Fosters an attitude of teamwork and willingness to assist others and does not refuse performing other job duties as requested. Sets priorities, responds timely to issues, which require a decision, and ensure desired results are achieved by means of consistent follow through.
Requirements
- Registered with the Board as a Pharmacy Technician
- Demonstrates eligibility for employment in the U.S.
- High school diploma or its equivalent required
- Registered by the Texas State Board of Pharmacy mandatory
- 2 - 4 years of experience in the field or in a related area
- Strong organizational, prioritization, communications and mathematical skills
- Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field regarding medication brand and generic names and understanding of medical terminology and calculations
- Knowledge of state, federal and accrediting body regulations and standards related to healthcare
- Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English
- Demonstrates ability to comprehend written and oral instructions
- Willingness to participate in goal-setting and educational activities for his/her own professional advancement and that of others
- Must be computer literate with basic fundamental computer skills
Nice To Haves
- Certification of Pharmacy Technical Training Program accredited by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) as a Pharmacy Technician preferred
- Additional languages preferred
- Maintain National Pharmacy Technician Certification
- Maintain State Pharmacy Technician Registration
Responsibilities
- Counting tablets and labeling bottles
- Receiving and stocking medication machines and areas
- Verifying stock counts and maintaining inventory records
- Entering data in the computer to maintain inventory records
- Assisting in projects related to medications such as the electronic medical record, medication reconciliation processes, and screening patients for pharmacist consult
- Preparing medications and supplies for dispensing, including pre-packing bulk medications
- Pulling and delivering medications to nursing unit dispensing machines
- Reconciling discrepancies and pulling out-of-date medications
- Handling equipment issues with dispensing machines and interfacing with outside technical support
- Restocking OR/Anesthesia/Pain drug trays and maintaining records
- Assisting with reading and interpreting physicians' orders and transcribing onto pharmacy computer medication profile
- Maintaining a clean pharmacy area
- Filing papers, records, and reports
- Performing monthly nursing unit inspections
- Assisting the pharmacist in monitoring patient drug therapy regimens
- Performing pharmacy-related functions under the direction of a Pharmacist
- Controlling and auditing narcotics/stock substance
- Reconciling narcotics usage reports
- Checking and removing outdated medications
- Assisting Pharmacist in gathering data for quality improvement projects
- Maintaining appropriate inventory levels
- Ordering drugs from wholesale distributor
- Monitoring drug costs
- Processing pharmacy charges for patient billing
- Maintaining and ordering office supplies for the pharmacy
- Liaising between pharmacy and business office personnel regarding pharmacy charges
Benefits
- Fulfills annual Healthstream continuing education requirements
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
