Pharmacy Technician

4 weeks ago

Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States Department Of Veterans Affairs Full time
Summary

The Rotational Inpatient Pharmacy Technician is a highly trained technician responsible for coverage of various positions in the inpatient pharmacy, including IV sterile compounding, controlled substance dispensing, triage for internal phone calls, unit dose medication packaging and distribution. The incumbent is responsible for delivering excellent customer service, will use appropriate judgment and skills to complete technical functions, and provide cross coverage in multiple areas.



Duties

Major Duties:

  • Maintains competence in all operational aspects of pharmacy distribution services including equipment maintenance, materials handling, automation, distribution, labeling, packaging, documentation, controlled substance accountability, and unit dose management.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of policies and procedures related to IV compounded sterile preparation (CSP), aseptic technique, USP 797 /800 requirements, controlled substance management, and unit dose medication distribution.
  • Prepares IV medications and other CSPs, including hazardous drugs, using proper aseptic technique. Performs accurate product selection, dosage calculations, and compounding of agents utilizing written procedural guidelines. Maintains competence in appropriate preparation, beyond use dating (BUD) and disposal.
  • Properly utilizes Personal Protective Equipment, needles, syringes, various drug reservoirs, and advanced knowledge of specialized techniques and procedures required for the safe handling of cytotoxic agents including negative pressure technique, hazardous waste disposal, and cytotoxic spill response.
  • Utilizes pharmacy equipment appropriately in support of compounding CSPs (ie BAXA TPN compounder, BD IV Prep) and ensures correct procedures are followed.
  • Applies safe handling when working with hazardous materials and can reference the Material Safety Data sheets.
  • Conducts regular physical inventory of medications/supplies to ensure necessary stock levels are maintained and communicates with procurement staff regarding any issues.
  • Triages internal phone calls in inpatient pharmacy, referring to a pharmacist when appropriate.
  • Prints, labels, and transports unit dose medications, IV prepacks, and bulk items for inpatient distribution.
  • Participates in the monitoring of refrigerator temperatures utilizing available software (ie Viewpoint) as assigned.
  • Inventories, replenishes, and changes out Emergency Crash Carts.
  • Responsible for controlled substance inventory management, handling, disposal, and distribution while adhering to Federal law, FDA, VA, and DEA regulations.
  • Conducts regular controlled substance inventories. Resolves discrepancies as necessary and reports any such discrepancies to pharmacy management.
  • Ensures controlled substance stock is in date and properly stored and secured according to policy, USP and manufacturer recommendations.
  • Assists and complies with all controlled substance inspectors and promptly compiles reports when requested.
  • Demonstrates the ability to troubleshoot when automated equipment malfunctions.
  • Requests service and assistance from the supporting vendor.
  • Assists with the training, orientation and re-training (if needed) of employees in the Inpatient Pharmacy according to the Pharmacy Department competencies, policies and procedures.
  • Works and communicates effectively with others while remaining courteous, tactful, and understanding when interacting with others, even in potentially difficult/volatile situations.
  • Effectively organizes workload, solves problems, and achieves established goals
  • Completes monthly ward inspections and any required mandatory training and education.
Work Schedule: Full Time, Rotational; Days, Evenings, Weekends and Holidays

Telework: Not Available

Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

Functional Statement #: 000000

Recruitment Incentives: Authorized

Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

**Applications will be reviewed on a bi-weekly basis until the closing date of this open continuous announcement, as long as vacancies exist.**

A recruitment incentive has been authorized for highly qualified applicants.

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