The Pharmacy Technician position is responsible for preparing medications for patient consumption under the general supervision of a licensed pharmacist and in accordance with standard departmental procedures.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:

1. Performs duties assigned by a licensed pharmacist. Areas of work are checked routinely for maintenance of quality control. Work is conducted in accordance with generally accepted standards of practice following departmental procedures and policies as outlined in the department operations manual.

2. Reads and interprets physicians’ orders received in the pharmacy and transcribes same into the pharmacy computer medication profile. Requires knowledge to adjust dosing times as pharmacy will generate MARs; prepares unit doses; and labels individual patient envelopes for dispensing to the nursing unit. Work is verified by licensed pharmacist.

3. Responds to on-demand calls for “STAT” orders, pick-ups and delivers same.

4. Prepares in accordance with standards of pharmacy practice compounds for inpatient/outpatient use under direct pharmacist supervision.

5. Prepares in accordance with pharmacy law and standards of pharmacy practice outpatient RXs to be dispensed after pharmacist approval.

6. Attends and participates in pharmacy tech meetings to exchange ideas to achieve goals of the department. Keeps procedures up-to-date in pharmacy tech manual to train new personnel and to have quick reference to specific jobs so they are performed according to the policies of the department.

7. Checks and removes outdated meds on a routine basis to ensure that no deteriorated meds are in stock. Keeps appropriate records.

8. Assists with billing by using appropriate computer function, reason codes and dates for charging and crediting.

9. Assists with purchasing by checking in orders, putting orders away and filing associated paperwork.

10. Maintains pharmacy stock and associated supplies

11. Continues to educate by attending drug in-services and keeping up with policy changes.

12. Maintains competency in caring for patients of all age groups and developmental stages and maintains competencies.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

Knowledge of organizational policies, procedures, and systems. Knowledge of computer systems and applications. Good communication skills to elicit information and cooperation from patients. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, staff, and the public. Knowledge of community resources and referral agencies. Ability to act calmly in stressful situations.

QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or GED

Certificate from hospital-based pharmacy technical training program, junior college graduate or State certification as Pharmacy Technician.