Pharmacy Technician - Oncology Float

Overview

Prepare, compound, dispense medications, and perform other technical duties in the pharmacy department under direct supervision of a Pharmacist. Must demonstrate competency through supervised observation and/or any other necessary annual required competencies. Must be proficient in all responsibilities and duties of certified pharmacy technician.

• Medication Distribution
  • Single Dispense – prepare medications and/or IV for dispensing, select correct medication, correct strength, and correct form. Fill, label, and initial medication bag for a pharmacist verification.
  • Bulk Dispense – fill multiple patient specific medications in accordance with department procedure.
  • Transportation – bulk fill, first dose, and missing doses delivered securely to the appropriate units with confidentiality for all patients.
  • Missing Doses – generate label, fill, and have checked by a pharmacist, then dispense to the appropriate floor or unit.
  • Product Preparation – properly prepare, measure, count medications including compound ointments, creams, oral solutions, oral solids, IV, etc.
• Automatic Dispensing Cabinets (ADC)
  • User – capable of accurately adding new users to the ADC system.
  • Product – load ADC with correct medications after pharmacist check; monitor par levels and adjust as needed.
  • Reports – generate needed reports to fill, track, and identify/report discrepancies.
  • Minor Maintenance – troubleshoot minor problems with ADC.
  • Restock – accurately fill medication, fluids, and stock outs as needed.
  • Recall – assist pharmacist and inventory specialist in retrieving recalled medications.
  • Controlled Substances – follow all policies, procedures, and applicable laws with controlled substance medications.
• IV Admixture
  • Aseptic technique – demonstrate knowledge of aseptic technique, proper hand washing, and proper use of IV Room attire; comply with Joint Commission, hospital, and departmental policies; complete aseptic technique competency.
  • Small volume, Specialty solutions, Syringes, Large volume – knowledge of preparing various admixtures and sterile products.
  • Neonatal syringes (when applicable) and room cleaning – maintain clean room environment and compliance.
  • Safety and Compliance – follow all safety standards and USP requirements.
• Miscellaneous Activities
  • Repackaging and bar-coding – label all repackaged items per Georgia Board of Pharmacy Rules and Regulations.
  • Customer service – provide service to customers and healthcare professionals in person or virtually.
  • Charges processing – late charges, supplemental, OR charges, nuclear and exception reports.
  • Procurement – ordering supplies and obtaining purchase orders.
  • Controlled Substances – proficiency in distribution and accountability.
  • Code Carts / Kits – restock and ensure inspections are completed.
  • Inspections and environment – conduct monthly unit and pharmacy inspections; monitor temperature and humidity; track medication out dates.
  • Training – train and mentor pharmacy technicians under lead technician.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Hospital pharmacy experience is preferred
• General experience in all phases of pharmacy operations including basic knowledge of automated dispensing cabinets, inventory management, medication order interpretation, and Ga. Pharmacy law.

• Basic computer skills
• Good oral communication skills
• Basic management skills
• Good problem solving skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to lift a minimum of 30 pounds
• Ability to push a transportation cart of approximately 100 pounds

• Registered Pharmacy Tech (1.00 required)
• Certified Pharmacy Technician (2.00 required)
• Pharmacist Intern Required

• Licensed and in good standing with the Georgia State Board of Pharmacy.

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