PRN Pharmacy Technician - Ochsner Rush - Meridian, MS

Ochsner Health•Meridian, MS

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 and prints labels; reviews and enters physician medication orders; and identifies order issues, notifying a pharmacist or nursing staff when clarification or patient information is needed. The technician 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 also involves filling medication orders, charging and crediting medications, stocking, delivering, and inspecting assigned areas; preparing IV admixtures and other extemporaneous compounds; and entering TPN orders into the computer system. The technician supports customer service and teamwork, maintains professional competency, adapts communication and service to the patient population, and performs other related duties. The role requires compliance with applicable laws, regulations, accreditation standards, and the employer’s Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct. The position is based at Ochsner Rush in Meridian, Mississippi; the description does not specify whether the role is remote or onsite.

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 use.
Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present information clearly and professionally to people at varying levels 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 coverage, weekends, holidays, and on-call availability.
Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.
Ability to meet the physical demands of Medium Work, including exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force 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 the computer system, and print labels as needed.
Review physician orders and enter patient medication orders into the pharmacy order-entry system.
Identify problems with orders and notify a pharmacist or nursing staff when clarification or patient information is needed.
Accurately 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 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.
Ensure customer service and teamwork while performing responsibilities.
Maintain competency in professional growth and responsibilities.
Adapt behavior and communication to the specific patient population, including respecting privacy and requesting permissions as appropriate.
Remain knowledgeable about applicable laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements and ensure compliance.
Perform other related duties as required.
Report known or suspected unethical or questionable conduct and patient or employee safety, privacy, or other compliance-related concerns.