Certified Pharmacy Technician - EMRMC Retail - Full Time - 1st Shift

JOB SUMMARY

Under the general supervision of a registered Pharmacist, performs a variety of duties essential to the purchasing, preparation, distribution and charging of medications. Must be able to perform functions required in the unit dose area and IV room. Must be able to perform functions related to maintaining Omnicell Supply 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 oral, topical and intravenous 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 through debit and credit functions in electronic inventory management program.
• Regularly acts as preceptor and educator to new Pharmacy Technicians, Pharmacy Technician Students, PharmD Candidates, Pharmacist Interns and Pharmacist Residents.
• Facilitates patient safety through implementation of bar code technology to repackage applicable medications within Federal and State legislative requirements.
• Super-users for Omnicell automated dispensing units, Safety PAK packaging system and Secure Vaught narcotic distribution software.
• Assists Pharmacist in maintaining Omnicell Storage Cabinet inventory through evaluation of localized patient needs to ensure adequate availability 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 checking cart-fill and restock for Non-Certified Pharmacy Technicians. (Law requires certified Pharmacy Technicians or Pharmacist to check cart-fill and restock for Non-Certified Technicians.)
• Investigates and reconciles discrepancy monitoring of controlled substances through use of Omnicell Supply 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.
• Associate is trained and is proficient in DME specific sales and billing.
• 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

Limited office and storage space; small work area. Schedule includes every other weekend rotation, holiday rotation and night shift coverage. Must be attentive to detail. Stress from deadlines strict regulations, and multi-tasking. Some moving of supplies/equipment. Involves use of needles for preparation of intravenous therapies. May be involved in the preparation and delivery of chemotherapy agents. The task of this job does 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 move or position 25 lbs. independently.

CONTACTS WITH OTHERS

In addition to working with other Pharmacy Associates, will interact regularly with nursing Associates, Directors, Physicians, patients and other clinical and ancillary hospital Associates.

EQUIPMENT USED/SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIRED

Typing skills and computer experience required.

Qualifications

One (1) year hospital or Pharmacy Technician experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired. Basic algebra skills required to calculate dosages.

Prefer Certified Pharmacy technician. Will consider non certified if they have > 1 year retail pharmacy experience