Pharmacy Technician

Island Health Careers•Anacortes, WA

57d•$28 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

At Island Health, people are at the center of everything we do. As a part of the Pharmacy team, you’ll play a vital role in supporting our mission to care for those who care for others. You’ll help create a positive and seamless experience for every team member — ensuring they feel valued, supported, and heard Location: Anacortes, WA, Onsite Schedule: Per Diem / Variable hours Salary: $27.50/hr - $40.05/hr For Information on Employee Benefits and SEIU Contract In the Pharmacy Technician role, you will play a key role in the department by assisting in the selection of medications, preparation of parenteral admixtures, compounding, billing and stocking pharmaceuticals under the immediate supervision and control of a licensed Pharmacist. What you will be doing when assigned to the Medication Reconciliation Technician role: Under the direction of a pharmacist, may perform medication reconciliation such as collecting, reconciling, and entering into the electronic health record a patient's medication list prior to admission. Prioritizes workflow, focusing first on patients that will be or have been admitted to the hospital. Interviews patients and/or family members regarding medication and food allergies. Interviews patients and/or family members regarding home medication list and when appropriate contacts sources for home medication list such as pharmacies and/or providers. Documents medications and allergies accurately in the Electronic Medical Record prior to admission for provider reconciliation. Utilizes appropriate medication information resources to identify medications as needed. Utilizes resources within computer system such as previous dispense information and notes to ensure completeness of medication history and verify information. Maintains appropriate queues in the Electronic Medical Record. What you will bring to the role: A minimum of one (1) year of Pharmacy Tech experience required, previous experience in an acute care setting strongly preferred. Must maintain an active Pharmacy Tech license issued by the WA Department of Health. Demonstrated communication skills consistent with Island Hospital’s mission, vision, values and Promise. Planning, organization and prioritization skills with demonstrated evidence of critical thinking, problem solving and analytical processing ability. Self-motivated, flexible and has the ability work independently and in a team environment, with strong ethical standards. Adaptability and flexibility to facilitate change while meeting multiple demands and priorities of a challenging position and workload. Ability to develop and maintain strong interpersonal relationships with staff at all levels of the organization with a focus on forming partnerships with key stakeholders to achieve an optimal patient care experience and support Island Hospital’s strategic goals. Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams and build positive relationships with clinicians, leaders, and other stakeholders. Make a Difference with Us At Island Health, every role contributes to our mission of compassionate, high-quality care. Join us and help create a workplace where every team member feels valued and supported. Why You’ll Love Working Here We believe in taking care of our people so they can take care of others. When you join Island Health, you’ll enjoy a culture that values integrity, compassion, teamwork, and growth — plus a robust benefits package that includes: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Generous Paid Time Off and Extended Illness Benefits Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Coverage Vested Retirement Contributions and Flexible Spending Accounts Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment Programs Employee Recognition Events and a supportive, community-focused team Ready to Apply? Apply today and take the next step in your career with Island Health.

Requirements

A minimum of one (1) year of Pharmacy Tech experience required, previous experience in an acute care setting strongly preferred.
Must maintain an active Pharmacy Tech license issued by the WA Department of Health.
Demonstrated communication skills consistent with Island Hospital’s mission, vision, values and Promise.
Planning, organization and prioritization skills with demonstrated evidence of critical thinking, problem solving and analytical processing ability.
Self-motivated, flexible and has the ability work independently and in a team environment, with strong ethical standards.
Adaptability and flexibility to facilitate change while meeting multiple demands and priorities of a challenging position and workload.
Ability to develop and maintain strong interpersonal relationships with staff at all levels of the organization with a focus on forming partnerships with key stakeholders to achieve an optimal patient care experience and support Island Hospital’s strategic goals.
Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams and build positive relationships with clinicians, leaders, and other stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

previous experience in an acute care setting strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Selects medication to fill patient drawers with medications prescribed by physicians and other licensed medical practitioners listed on the “cart fill list.”
Refills automated dispensing cabinets on nursing care units: Acute Care, Emergency Room, ICU, Oncology and Birth Center as needed for floor stock needs.
Audits/verifies patient medication charges used during surgery.
Prepacks medications manually for emergency use.
Uses automated medical packaging equipment for unit dosing medications.
Admixes small to large volume IV’s with aseptic techniques and USP <797> standards and USP <800> standards for hazardous substances.
Admixes hazardous substances such as chemotherapy using closed system transfer device (CSTD) when possible.
Procures non-pharmaceutical supplies from hospital purchasing department to adequately stock the night pharmacy and central pharmacy.
Completes unit floor inspections; returns and/or discards all outdated pharmaceuticals found; completes necessary documentation for State and Federal regulatory agencies.
Possesses knowledge of Continuous Quality Improvement principles and supports the hospital’s philosophy of performance improvement.
Documents everything required in the Simplifi® software in a timely manner.
Keep up to date with Critical Point® training including state and federal laws and regulations.
Reports to Pharmacy Director for additional duties when time permits.
Under the direction of a pharmacist, may perform medication reconciliation such as collecting, reconciling, and entering into the electronic health record a patient's medication list prior to admission.
Prioritizes workflow, focusing first on patients that will be or have been admitted to the hospital.
Interviews patients and/or family members regarding medication and food allergies.
Interviews patients and/or family members regarding home medication list and when appropriate contacts sources for home medication list such as pharmacies and/or providers.
Documents medications and allergies accurately in the Electronic Medical Record prior to admission for provider reconciliation.
Utilizes appropriate medication information resources to identify medications as needed.
Utilizes resources within computer system such as previous dispense information and notes to ensure completeness of medication history and verify information.
Maintains appropriate queues in the Electronic Medical Record.