Pharmacy Technician

JOB SUMMARY

Performs a wide variety of technical and clerical duties for the hospital wide drug distribution system and intravenous admixture program, including: Maintaining confidential records; preparing intravenous medication including but not limited to chemotherapeutic preparations, while abiding by clean room regulations (USP 797); repackaging of unit-dose medications, performing monthly ward inspections, and rotating at off-site SAH-owned pharmacies on a regular basis.

KEY RESPONSIBILITES

• Medication orders are filled accurately.
• Code carts and code trays are filled and ready for checking.
• Repackaging of medications is done correctly and procedure is followed.
• Medications are written on the re-order list when inventory is low.
• Items on the “To Do” list are completed without waiting to be assigned.
• Ward inspection assignment is completed monthly
• Phone calls are triaged and managed whenever possible. If the call requires a pharmacist the call is given to the appropriate person.
• IVs are prepared when needed for delivery; preparation does not delay delivery.
• Titrate rounds are done and titrating IV meds are prepared and delivered prior to the time required.
• IV lists are reconciled each morning and any discrepancies are clarified.
• IV and Chemo orders are filled accurately.
• IV and Chemo orders are manufactured in accordance with good sterile product preparation technique.
• IV room is restocked on an ongoing basis so that supplies are readily available.
• Proper garb regulations are adhered to.
• Temperature and hood cleaning logs are completed
• IV room cleaning is done and documented
• Chemotherapy procedures are followed including technique, garb and checking process.
• ParX is always used for refills and loads of medications
• Pyxis refills are accurate.
• Medication expiration dates are checked and updated in the Pyxis
• Floorstock is checked and filled on schedule days.
• Pyxis alerts are looked at and action taken in a timely manner. Pyxis FST is called if needed.
• Proper procedure are followed in the handling of controlled substances
• Questions are clarified with the Pharmacist.
• Medication errors are brought to the attention of the Pharmacist for clarification
• Any question regarding a physician order which the technician feels is inappropriate is brought to the Pharmacist for clarification

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/LICENSURE/TECHNICAL/OTHER

• Minimum Education Requirements: High School diploma or GED equivalent
• Minimum Work Experience: Six to twelve months pharmacy experience preferred
• Equipment/Software/Certification: Technician certification preferred. MA Technician Registration Required.