Senior Ops Pharmacy Tech III Job Wheeling Illinois USA,Healthcare

Overview

Assists in most aspects of drug distribution that do not require the professional judgment of a pharmacist. An Operations Pharmacy Technician III can only perform some aspects of drug distribution and preparation including assisting training of Operations Pharmacy Technician I. Technicians function in accordance with standard, written procedures and guidelines under the supervision of a pharmacist.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.
Must possess current licensure as required by state board where services will be provided: MD:
Pharmacy Technician License or Pharmacy Technician Student Permit through Maryland Board of Pharmacy. OH:
Certified or Registered Pharmacy Technician License or Trainee License through Ohio Board of Pharmacy. PA:
Pharmacy Technician or Pharmacy Technician Trainee License through the Pennsylvania State Board of Pharmacy. WV:
Pharmacy Technician License or Trainee License through West Virginia Board of Pharmacy. Remote workers only:
Must additionally hold Pharmacy Technician License or Pharmacy Technician Trainee License issued by state of residence.
Nationally Certified Pharmacy Technician through Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or National Health career Association (NHA).
Three (3) years of pharmacy technician or healthcare experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Associate’s degree or post‑high school education in a science field of study or graduate of a pharmacy technician training program.
Nationally certified by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or the National Health career Association (NHA).

Core Duties and Responsibilities

Responsible for preparing unit‑dose medications, delivering medications, and ordering and delivering drug supplies.

Reads physician orders/prescriptions and prepares medication for dispensing, including unique dosage forms for pediatric and geriatric patient populations.

Has an understanding of standard pharmaceutical/medical terms, abbreviations and symbols commonly used in the prescribing and dispensing of medications.

Communicates with patients or caregivers to determine medication possession and scheduling delivery, pick up, or shipment of medication.

Accurately prepares and/or delivers controlled substances and maintains all necessary records.

Takes inventory and analyzes patient‑care area medication supplies, replacing outdated or deteriorated medications; replaces depleted inventory.

Accurately prepares non‑intravenous medications, including oral solutions / suspensions for pediatric patients.

Labels parenteral / Prescription products appropriately.

Performs arithmetic calculations for usual dosage determinations required in medication and solution preparation.

Performs in accordance with departmental standards established for speed and accuracy.

Prepares and labels prepackaged medications after determining usage patterns and prepackaging requirements. Also maintains records related to this.

Maintains inventory and supplies in assigned pharmacy service areas.

Answers telephone and channels calls to appropriate individual.

Ensures that the pharmacy service areas and drug storage areas in the institution are kept clean and orderly.

Assists in the training of pharmacy technicians.

Participates on safety or quality improvement projects for the department and/or organization.

Acts as an active member of a department or hospital committee.

Performs as a subject matter expert in a specified area within pharmacy operations.

Acts as a mentor or role model for Pharmacy Technician I or Pharmacy Technician II.

Certain duties cannot be assigned to Pharmacy Technicians because these duties can only be performed by Pharmacists. These restrictions are regulated at state and federal levels and must be followed closely according to state board of pharmacy regulations where the Pharmacy Technician practices.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is required to walk and stand or sit for long periods of time. Must be able to lift 30 pounds and must be able to push 50 pounds. Dexterity required to finger, handle, and reach.

Working Environment

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