Oncology Pharmacy Tech III

location:
pembroke pines, florida

at memorial healthcare system (mhs), our ever-growing pharmacy career options present unlimited opportunities to individuals passionate about advancing pharmacy practice. As a nationally recognized and respected leader for providing "a-rated" patient care and safety, mhs prides itself on being able to grow and adapt to the rapidly evolving needs of our community and healthcare industry.

summary:

the registered and certified pharmacy technician iii 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.

this position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $5k, contingent upon the applicant's qualifications and subject to certain eligibility requirements. Please note, that candidates must possess prior inpatient work experience to qualify for the sign-on bonus

responsibilities:

independently executes and completes pharmacy projects or reports under the direction of pharmacy leadership.demonstrates proficiency in one or more specialty areas as required to meet the demands of the department (e.g. Neonates, oncology, purchasing, automation, auditing , reimbursement, total parenteral nutrition, inventory management).assists with development, organization, and implementation of process improvement, continuous quality and safety initiatives and outcomes.trains, leads and serves as a resource to other technicians to help manage daily operational workflow.competent

and skilled to perform all duties of technician i and technician ii.able to perform all activities in the pharmacy technician scope of practice

competencies:

accountability, analysis and decision making - phap, customer service, medication safety - tech, patient and family centered care, pharmacy automation systems and equipment - adc, preparing specialty solutions, responding to change, standards of behavior

education and certification requirements:

high school diploma or equivalent (required) advanced certified pharmacy technician (acpht) - pharmacy technician certification board (ptcb), certified pharmacy technician (cpht) - pharmacy technician certification board (ptcb), certified pharmacy technician exam (excpt) - national health career association (nha), registered pharmacy technician (rpt license) - state of florida (fl)

additional job information:

complexity of work: the role requires advanced technological, analytical, and critical thinking skills, including effective communication skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to lead and work well with others in a team with minimal supervision. The incumbent must demonstrate the ability to respond positively in a stressful environment and meet the physical demands of the department.

required work experience: two (2) years of experience as a pharmacy technicianadvanced computer skills preferred

other information: reference: job functions of a technician i:

-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…