Pharmacy Technician- Inpatient FTE, Shift

Position: Pharmacy Technician- Inpatient (FT- 0.9 FTE, Variable Shift)
## Pharmacy Technician
- Inpatient (FT- 0.9 FTE, Variable Shift)
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Bozeman, MTtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
R14113
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* Position Summary:

** The Pharmacy Technician supports the inpatient pharmacy department and/or Oncology/Infusion Pharmacy to provide safe and prompt pharmaceutical care to patients. The Pharmacy Technician is a Nationally Certified Pharmacy Technician or Technician in Training licensed by the Montana Board of Pharmacy. The Pharmacy Technician – Inpatient role requires sterile IV room training and competencies, chemotherapy IV preparation training and competencies, medication reconciliation and/or Technician Checking Technician (“Tech check Tech or TCT”) training and routine quality assurance checks.
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* Minimum Qualifications:

**** Required
* ** High School Diploma
* At least 18 years of age
* Acquire Montana License for Tech in Training within 30-days of hire
** Preferred
* ** National Certification as Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) upon hire OR will be required to become certified within one year of obtaining Technician in Training license
* 1 year of Pharmacy Technician experience
* Proficiency and working knowledge of aseptic technique for preparing sterile products and subsequent completion of Chemotherapy IV preparation training
* Completion of didactic training and written examination requirements for TCT role
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* Essential Job Functions:

** In addition to the essential functions of the job listed below, employees must have on-time completion of all required education as assigned per DNV requirements, Bozeman Health policy, and other registry requirements.
* Essential Job Functions for Technician - Intravenous and Chemotherapy Trained:
* Compound and dispense medications, IV medications, chemotherapy and hazardous medications under supervision of a pharmacist.
* Perform aseptic technique and use of closed system transfer devices.
* Ensure clean and safe operation of rooms and IV hoods.
* Distribute medication to all areas of the hospital including accurately preparing restock bins to replenish automated dispensing cabinets (ADCs), controlled substances and hazardous medications.
* Supports workflow functions within the inpatient and/or oncology pharmacies.
* Perform audit and quality improvement tasks as assigned by pharmacy leadership .
* Essential Job Functions for Technician - Medication Reconciliation Technician:
* Obtains medication histories and confirms accuracy of initial home medication use on all patients within 24 hours of admission to the hospital.
* Utilizes appropriate resources to complete medication history including but not limited to interview of the patient and/or family/caregiver and primary care provider. Review pharmacy records, prescription bottles or medication administration record.
* Document all medication histories within the electronic health record and communicate completed medication histories with the Pharmacist.
* Essential Job Functions for Technician TCT:
* Check select oral and IV medications filled by another Pharmacy Technician.
* Perform second check for unit dose fills, automated dispensing cabinet picks, premixed or pre-checked IV piggybacks and floor stock supplies that were filled or stocked by another technician.
* Maintain competencies and quality assurance checks.
** Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
*** Demonstrates sound judgement, patience, and maintains a professional demeanor at all times.
* Ability to work varied shifts in a busy and stressful environment.
* Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
* Exercises tact, discretion, sensitivity and maintains confidentiality.
* Computer applications, MS Office, internet applications and standard office equipment.
* Maintain competency with electronic health record.
** Schedule Requirements
*** This role requires regular and sustained attendance.
* The position may necessitate working beyond a standard 40-hour workweek, including weekends and after-hours shifts.
* On-call work may be required to respond promptly to organizational, patient, or employee needs.
** Physical Requirements**
* ** Lifting (Repeatedly – 50 pounds):
** Exerting force occasionally and/or…