Pharmacy Technician PRN

Overview

Unity Point St. Luke's-Downtown PRN, hours and shift may vary depending on department needs.
Under the direct supervision of a Registered Pharmacist, manages scheduling of and preparation of chemotherapy, TPNs, IV additive solutions, and irrigating solutions using aseptic technique in laminar air flow hoods. Assists the pharmacist with ordering supplies and pharmaceuticals, unpacks and stores drug supplies, manages recalls and DSCSA Regulations, rotates inventory, checks outdates, refills Automated Dispensing Cabinets, utilizes and updates Bar Codes in Omni refills and EMR system, refills/stocks crash carts, and delivers medication to patient care areas.

These services support care of neo-natal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric customers.

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• Paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.
• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.
• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement, and adoption assistance.

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• Understands and follows standard dilution and preparation procedures for all drugs for all age groups. Uses IV Room Reference Books, Micromedex, and Pediatric dilutions for Antibiotics and Dilutions as defined in Neo Fax Reference for ICN drug preparation.
• Prepares Large Volume solutions with additives, IVPB's, syringes, and irrigation solutions using sterile technique and equipment in accordance with all regulations and training.
• Completes twice annual sterile technique testing and monitors results.
• Utilizes TPN compo under to manufacture TPN solutions safely and accurately, using good sterile technique and following procedures for setup, monitoring accuracy, replacing fluid supplies using bar code scanning technology, and arranging finished product for Pharmacist check.
• Ensures all necessary doses are ready for delivery runs to depart in a timely fashion.
• Loads or delivers "stat" and "now" medication orders to nursing units promptly after pharmacist check.
• Reduces drug waste and manages drug expenses. Follows drug shortage protocols and maintains appropriate inventory levels in the Pharmacy and ADCs.
• Makes sure drug storage areas are checked for outdates, refills Omni’s using accurate expiration dates, and keeps stacks and the entire Pharmacy clean.
• Focuses on patient safety and confidentiality when loading, labeling, and delivering medications.
• Assists with accurate record keeping and handling of controlled substances under pharmacist supervision in CSM and ADCs, complying with all DSCSA laws and regulations.

• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Experience: Two (2) years of related work experience or education to replace work experience preferred.
• License(s)/Certification(s):
  • Certified Pharmacy Technician Certification required.
  • Registration with the State of Iowa Board of Pharmacy required.