Pharmacy Tech II

Overview

Abrazo Arrowhead Campus Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

We understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job—you’ll receive a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work‑life balance.

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits: pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long‑term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note:

Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status.

The individual in this position will assist in preparing, packaging, delivering, and charging of medications under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.

• Fill and label medications
• Stock medications into pharmacy inventory
• Restock automated dispensing cabinets (ADCs)
• Maintain adequate medication stock levels and proper storage of medications
• Deliver medications to patient care areas
• Attend to medication requests and phone calls
• Prepare IV sterile admixture solutions and IV products
• Assist in pharmacy quality assurance activities
• Comply with state and federal regulatory requirements, Joint Commission standards, and Tenet and hospital policies and procedures
• Assist pharmacists in performing various duties as assigned

• Accurately fill medication orders with correct strength, dosage form, and quantity in a timely manner
• Assure all medications are checked by a pharmacist prior to dispensing
• Respond appropriately to requests for STAT orders, routine orders, department requests, and ADC stock out bulletins
• Refill emergency crash carts, boxes, and kits accurately and timely
• Accurately stock ADCs in a timely manner
• Prepackage and label oral medications and extemporaneous preparations
• Prepare IV sterile admixture solutions and IV products accurately consistent with IV policies and procedures (USP
  797 and USP
  800)
• Restock medications in IV room and conform to IV cleaning schedule
• Complete monthly medication inspections as assigned
• Maintain quality assurance logs with proper documentation and notify Supervisor of any deviations from standards
• Adhere to pharmacy technician operational workflow and delivery schedule
• Follow proper process for handling of controlled substances and report any variances to Supervisor or pharmacist‑in‑charge
• Ensure patient accounts are properly charged
• Act under the supervision of facility DEA registrant or other Licensed Independent Practitioners while performing medication management related activities at a remote site commonly owned and operated by the Hospital
• Other duties as assigned

• Prioritizes workload, completes work in a timely manner, and maintains a clean, orderly work environment
• Shares responsibility for ordering and stocking medication and keeping the department clean
• Maintains a calm demeanor during busy or crisis situations
• Utilizes personal protective equipment to protect from exposure to chemical, radiation, and infectious hazards

• Actively participates in department management by providing input at meetings and reading communication
• Mentors new and less experienced staff and students
• Uses policy and procedure manuals and…