Pharmacy Technician II - FT - Flex Shifts - Up to $5K Sign on Bonus - JDCH

Summary

The registered and certified pharmacy technician II works under the direct supervision of licensed pharmacists to provide distributive pharmacy services and support to the pharmacy department. Additionally, provides a high level of assistance in distribution, dispensing, and compounding of sterile and non-sterile medications, and related supplies in compliance with accreditation, legal, regulatory, and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assists with process improvement and continuous quality and safety monitoring initiatives.
• Able to perform all activities per pharmacy technician scope of practice.
• Performs sterile compounding, including limited hazardous medications in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Assists with procurement of medications and supplies through various ordering platforms.
• Competent and skilled to perform all duties of Technician I.

Competencies

ACCOUNTABILITY, CUSTOMER SERVICE, MEDICATION FILLS, MEDICATION SAFETY - TECH, PATIENT AND FAMILY CENTERED CARE, PHARMACY AUTOMATION SYSTEMS AND EQUIPMENT - ADC, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR, STERILE COMPOUNDING (NON-HAZARDOUS AND LIMITED HAZARDOUS)

Additional Job Information

Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, effective communication skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work well with others in a team with minimal supervision. Demonstrate the ability to respond positively in a stressful environment and meet the physical demands of the department.

Technician I Job Functions

• Maintains and supports medication distribution systems and distribution channels, including automated dispensing cabinets, unit dose systems, code carts, trays and kits.
• Prepares, fills, receives, delivers, stocks and restocks medication inventory and supplies for the pharmacy department and drug storage areas.
• Assists with customer service and patient needs, including answering telephones, managing work queues and completing medication histories.
• Prepares non-sterile compounded medications, including hazardous preparations.
• Performs prescription data entry in pharmacy system when applicable.
• Process medication charges/credits when applicable.
• Responsible for orienting and training new pharmacy technicians or students.
• Completes other responsibilities as assigned in support of pharmacy operations.