Certified Pharmacy Technician - EMRMC Inpatient - Full Time - Varied

JOB SUMMARY

Under the general supervision of the Systems Director of Pharmacy and a registered Pharmacist, performs a variety of duties essential to the purchasing, preparation, distribution and charging of medications. Cancer Center Technician assists PIC in maintaining cost effective use of resources and matching of worked and resources to provide and advance pharmacy services. Must be able to perform functions required in the pharmacy and sterile compounding areas of the cancer center. Must be able to perform functions related to maintaining automated medication dispensing Cabinets and pharmacy related technology. Exhibits the F.I.R.S.T. values (Friendliness, Innovation, Respect, Service, and Trust).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepares sterile dosage forms as ordered by the physician under the direct supervision of the Pharmacist.
• Delivers medications to and from the nursing stations and other departments as needed while maintaining appropriate security of medications per Federal and State legislative requirements. This position is authorized to gain entry into medication rooms/storage areas and have access to medications within the scope of their essential job description.
• Screens for appropriate storage and security of medications in the pharmacy and other departments through regular inventory surveys.
• Assists Pharmacist in maintaining adequate inventory of medications and related stock.
• Regularly acts as preceptor and educator to new pharmacy technicians, pharmacy technician students, PharmD candidates, pharmacist interns and pharmacist residents. Participates in the cross training of pharmacy technicians within the chemotherapy preparation certification program as well as cross training pharmacists at the cancer center as necessary.
• Facilitates patient safety through implementation of USP standards for compounding sterile products as well as the safe handling of hazardous medications within Federal and State legislative requirements.
• Super-user for automated dispensing cabinets.
• Assists Pharmacist in maintaining appropriate medication dispensing cabinet and pharmacy inventory to meet patient needs and avoid stock outages of medication and supplies.
• Maintains records of medication and narcotic distribution while adhering to Federal and State laws regarding distribution, dispensing and destruction of controlled substances.
• Responsible for double checking cart-fill labels against orders and filling IVF cart-fill for next day of service.
• Investigates and reconciles discrepancy monitoring of controlled substances through use of medication dispensing cabinet technology.
• Exemplifies quality patient and customer service by responding to needs communicated by telephone and other communication tools.
• Triages phone calls knowing when to refer to pharmacist or to handle independently.
• Reprioritizes and multi-tasks continuously based on clinical workload.
• Contributes to the efficient communications of the Department.
• Participates in continuous quality assurance and improvement through both daily tasks and long term project management.
• Demonstrates a commitment to professional accountability and growth to maintain and expand knowledge and skills.
• Contributes to the achievement of the mission and philosophy of the Organization.
• Contributes to the effective operations of the Organization by demonstrating dependability in job performance.
• Demonstrates a commitment to incorporating the core concepts of patient family centered care into practice (dignity, respect, information sharing, and participation).
• Demonstrates a commitment to the development and implementation of shared governance across the Organization.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS, HAZARDS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT

Schedule includes daily shifts Monday through Friday during clinic operating hours. Must be attentive to detail. Stress from deadlines strict regulations, and multi-tasking. Prolonged stationary position. Regular moving of supplies/equipment up to 25 pounds. Involves use of syringe/needle manipulations for preparation of hazardous and intravenous therapies. Involves the handling, preparation, and disposal of hazardous medications that could pose reproductive risks to those of child bearing age. The tasks of this job do not involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues, but employment may require performing supplemental tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues. Must be able to moving or positioning 25 lbs. independently. Involves the handling, preparation, and disposal of hazardous medications that could pose reproductive risks to those of child bearing age.

CONTACTS WITH OTHERS

In addition to working with other Pharmacy Associates, will interact regularly with nursing Associates, directors, physicians, patients, other clinical and ancillary hospital staff, clinic staff, and outside vendors.

Qualifications

One (1) year hospital pharmacy technician experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired. Sterile compounding experience is required with some experience in the handling of hazardous compounds being preferred. Basic algebra skills required to perform pharmaceutical calculations.

EQUIPMENT USED/SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIRED

Typing skills and computer experience required.