Pharmacy Technician I

Job Description

Performs a variety of technical, clerical, inventory, and delivery tasks to support the Department of Pharmacy in provision of pharmacy services with an emphasis on accuracy and patient safety.

Responsibilities

1. Manages Pyxis inventory by performing accurate drug selection, refilling, loading, stock rotation and expiration date entry of medications in the Pyxis machines.
2. Ensures appropriate and secure handling and management of controlled substances from receipt to delivery per established department policies/procedures and government regulations.
3. Ensures removal of expired/damaged products from pyxis machines, medication rooms and pharmacy inventory in a timely fashion
4. Assists pharmacists in providing timely pharmacy services including but not limited to drug delivery, resolution of Pyxis and Talyst problems, urgent patient care needs, and routine patient specific unit dose medication selection.
5. Prepares and fills all floor stock requests, including emergency code trays, EMS needs and various medication kits.
6. Performs controlled substance inventory, reviews controlled drug utilization reports and other various requirements per departmental policies.
7. Maintains refrigerator and freezer temperature logs per departmental and regulatory requirements.
8. Performs billing/charging duties as required.
9. Performs medication room and pharmacy inventory inspections monthly according to department policies/procedures.
10. Accurately packages medications into unit of use containers using Talyst packager or barcode labeling equipment; ensure correct labeling of medications and adhere to NDC and bar code regulatory requirements. Documents all packaging activity appropriately.
11. Demonstrates flexibility and reliability in working first, second and third rotating shifts as assigned.
12. Communicates effectively with pharmacists, nursing, and other healthcare professionals to provide optimal pharmacy services and to uphold the values of the pharmacy department by creating positive working relationships and demonstrating standards of excellence.
13. Manages, operates, triages, and performs preventative maintenance on pharmacy equipment safely and correctly.
14. Performs purchasing duties in compliance with 340B and Drug Supply Chain Security Act requirements and exercises fiscal responsibility.
15. Receives, inventories, and puts away the wholesaler medication order with accuracy and in compliance with USP Hazardous Drugs and 340B regulations.
16. Demonstrates collaborative approach in ensuring adequate inventory of medications and supplies to provide seamless pharmacy services.
17. Understands and maintains compliance with HIPAA regulations.
Performs other related duties as assigned or requested in order to maintain a high level of service.
Completes required continuous training and education, including department specific requirements.
Demonstrates professional work behavior by following Service Standards and Success factors. Complies with departmental
organizational policies and procedures and adheres to external agency requirements.
18. Participates in the departmental initiatives as required.
19. Completes all assigned competencies, HealthStream activities and other required training courses.
20. Pharmacy technicians work under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist and all medication related activities must be checked and approved by a pharmacist.

Qualifications

1. High school graduate or equivalent required.
2. Pharmacy technician state registration (CT license) required.
3. National pharmacy technician certification required (CPhT): Preferred upon hire but will be given up to one year from date of hire to obtain certification for continued employment.

About Us

About Stamford Health

Stamford Health is a non-profit independent health care system with more than 3,800 employees committed to caring for the community through a wide range of high-quality health and wellness services. Patients and their families receive expert, compassionate care through the system's 305-bed Stamford Hospital; Stamford Health Medical Group, with more than 40 offices in lower Fairfield County offering primary and specialty care; a growing number of ambulatory locations across the region; and support through the Stamford Hospital Foundation.

Stamford Health is known for its expert, person-centered care through its many recognitions and partnerships. U.S. News & World Report has recognized Stamford Hospital as a High-Performing Hospital. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) rated Stamford Hospital as a five-star hospital for Overall Quality and The Leapfrog Group awarded Stamford Hospital an "A" for patient safety. The American Nurses Credentialing Center has granted Stamford Hospital Magnet Status, which recognizes superior patient care with the highest level of safety, quality, and patient satisfaction. Stamford Health is Planetree Gold-Certified for Excellence in Person-Centered Care and is a Certified™ Great Place to Work.

Stamford Health is a major teaching affiliate of the Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons and has recently expanded its relationship with Columbia to offer treatment and expertise from Columbia University Irving Medical Center's nationally recognized heart surgeons. Stamford Health and Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) have created a premier center for specialty orthopedic care right in Stamford, Connecticut. Additionally, in 2020 Stamford Health's Carl & Dorothy Bennett Cancer Center entered into an expanded collaboration with Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center.

Dedicated to being the community's most trusted health care partner, Stamford Health puts patients first to build long-lasting relationships. For more information, visit StamfordHealth.org. Like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn.

About the Team

Why work for Stamford Health?

Stamford Health offers an extremely competitive salary with generous shift differentials where appropriate.

Our Total Rewards Program is ranked as one of the highest satisfiers based on our employee engagement surveys.

With over 100 transfers and promotions each year for the past 5 years, Stamford Health is a place for you to grow and develop your career. Many departments from Nursing to Information Systems and Rehabilitation have Career Ladder programs that foster career development.

Whether employees choose to live in the greater Stamford, CT area or commute from New York or Fairfield, we offer free convenient parking and free transportation from the Stamford train stations.

Our collaborative with Hospital for Special Surgery, and the Dana Farber Brigham and Women's Cancer Care Collaborative, connect us directly with world class expertise, research, resources and technology to put us at the forefront of patient care.

We have a robust Professional Development and Organization Development program that provides both clinical and non-clinical staff with the opportunity to develop and grow professionally.

For organizational leaders, we offer a comprehensive New Manager Orientation four times per year. Our program designed specifically for Stamford Health will help prepare today's and tomorrow's leaders for success with an innovative curriculum based on best practices. It will also enhance the skills of our leaders that bring their fresh leadership perspective from other organizations.

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