Pharmacy Technician

4 weeks ago

Danville, United States Hendricks Regional Health Full time

Job Summary :

Reports to the Director of Pharmacy. Under the general supervision and work direction of the staff pharmacist, the Pharmacy Technician performs pharmacy-related functions, in compliance with departmental policies and procedures, that provide optimal pharmaceutical care.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
*Note: While these are considered the essential responsibilities of the position, other duties or activities may be required.

1. Delivers medications from the pharmacy to the nursing units. Returns items from the nursing units as required.

  • Leaves the pharmacy within 10 minutes of scheduled rounds.
  • Delivers medications to the proper unit, picks up medications and materials in the ‘return to pharmacy‘ box.
  • Completes rounds in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Properly places refrigerated items in the refrigerator.

2. Participates in the maintenance and stocking of the unit-based automated dispensing cabinets.

  • Gathers medications as required by re-stock report(s).
  • Presents medications for checking before stocking.
  • Is accurate in re-stocking the automated dispensing cabinets. Places the correct medication in the correct location and maintains correct counts and expiration/beyond-use dating.

3. Performs aseptic compounding of parenteral admixtures and other sterile dosage forms. This includes:

  • The practice of proper aseptic technique
  • Proper procedures for preparing all types of parenteral admixtures
  • Preparation of the label and any controlled substance records
  • Proper technique for visual inspection of parenteral solutions and the documentation of quality control

4. Processes floor stock/requisitions for nursing units and ancillary areas.

  • Accurately fills requisitions and maintains appropriate logs.
  • Maintains proper stock levels on units and removes any outdates discovered on units for which they are responsible
  • Enters low stock into ordering book for pharmacy purchasing.

5. Handles controlled substances appropriately.

  • Prepares proof-of-use sheets for units based on unit needs. Returns POU sheets and completes the process, not leaving the work for others.
  • Performs sorting and filing functions as needed.
  • Delivers controlled substances to units after the pharmacist checks them as required; obtains nursing signature when necessary prior to leaving nursing unit.
  • Picks up any expired/unusable controlled substances from nursing units and returns them to pharmacy for disposition.
  • Accurately restocks and maintains counts of all controlled substances handled.
  • Wastes and/or expires controlled substances in accordance with department procedures and state and federal regulations.

6. Provides general assistance to the pharmacist staff.

  • Assists pharmacist(s) in the order entry area as needed.
  • Accurately pulls medications for checking.
  • Labels medications accurately and appropriately when not available in unit of use packaging.
  • Answers phone calls in the department and appropriately resolving issues or triaging to the pharmacist(s) as necessary.

7. Restocks anesthesia automated dispensing cabinets and other trays and kits.

  • Ensures correct items are placed in the trays and kits.
  • Ensures new proof of use sheets are added to the kits as needed.
  • Accurately completes documentation of filling and securing as needed.
  • Keeps drug supply areas adequately stocked.
  • Receives the wholesaler order accurately and correctly as needed.
  • Places the entire order into stock accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Rotates stock to ensure older stock is used first.
  • Checks off invoices as medications are received; gives the pharmacy purchaser and/or pharmacy management completed invoice(s) for payment approval.

8. Correctly and accurately packages bulk medications.

  • Medications are packaged properly and labeled correctly.
  • Controlled substance logs are maintained as required.
  • Submits all packaging to the pharmacist for final check before placing product in stock.

9. Performs miscellaneous duties and follows hospital and department guidelines and policies/procedures.

  • Never releases a medication prior to a pharmacist check.
  • Uses appropriate judgment; refers problems to a pharmacist as needed.
  • Organizes time effectively to meet changing workload demands
  • Demonstrates a consistent level of performance.


SUPPLEMENTAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Performs basic tasks of other technician staff during low staff periods within the boundaries of their training and education.
2. Answers the telephone on the third ring or before using a customer-friendly voice; refers the call to a pharmacist if it is outside the scope of their license and/or usual responsibilities.
3. Is able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
4. Assists in training new employees and students as requested.
5. Wears clothing that is clean, professional and appropriate and that adheres to the Hendricks Regional Health dress code as defined by the organization.
6. Knows and follows hospital and departmental procedures; knows location of hospital and departmental policy/procedure manuals.
7. Projects a professional image for the department.


SKILLS AND ABILITIES
1. Adaptable to change and open to interruption of work.
2. Possess the desire to improve skills and processes and help others to do the same.
3. Exhibits initiative and responsibility by doing more than expected, works well when given responsibility.
4. Effectively deals with all types of people and is able to work within a team.
5. Possesses a high level of the Hendricks Regional Health defined values. .

GUEST RELATIONS/VALUE-BASED BEHAVIORS
1. Exhibits excellent guest relation skills to patients, visitors, nurses, and co-workers. Shows courtesy, compassion, and respect in all interactions.
2. Treats co-workers, patients and others with dignity and respect.
3. Gives caring services to all, understanding and valuing differences in others.
4. Listens to others with sensitivity, balancing the needs of the individual with those of others and the organization.
5. Actively supports and participates within the team; holds self and team members responsible for accomplishing goals.
6. Directs all activities toward meeting the needs and exceeding the expectations of internal and external customers.

VI. QUALIFICATIONS
1. High school diploma
2. Current valid State of Indiana Pharmacy Technician license or Pharmacy Technician in Training License
3. Obtains national certification through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board within 1 year of hire.
4. Maintains qualifications as outlined in the Pharmacy Department Technician Ladder appropriate for a Technician I position.
5. Good verbal and written communication skills

WORKING CONDITIONS
This position requires decision-making skills. Independent decisions and actions are
required. Must be able to respond appropriately under pressure. Must be able to prioritize
responsibilities and coordinate schedule and work activities with other co-workers.
Standing or walking will be required on all shifts. All other working conditions
described in the technician job description are in force here.

RISK OF EXPOSURE TO BLOODBORNE PATHOGENS
All positions within the hospital are classified in compliance with the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Risk of Exposure to Bloodborne
pathogens scale. Category/Classifications I, II, or III have been assigned to the position as it applies to each location or unit. Categories/Classifications will be reviewed at least annually.

Work Shift :

4th Shift (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours :

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