Pharmacy Technician

Job Title: Service Line Manager

Location: Clara Maass Medical Center

Req#: 0000190605

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Evening

Department name: Pharmacy

Job Overview:

The Pharmacy Technician assists in the provision of pharmaceutical services under the direct supervision of the Registered Pharmacist by performing the technical, clerical and manipulative tasks involved in dispensing, preparing, and distributing all medications and pharmaceutical products for all patient age groups (includes geriatrics, adult, adolescent, pediatric and neonatal). Work and/or performance shall conform to written established hospital policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

Required:

Comments

• High school graduate or equivalent. Associates degree preferred.
• One year of Pharmacy experience preferred.
• NJ State License within 180 days of employment

Preferred:

Certifications and Licenses Required (if applicable):

• N/A

Scheduling Requirements (non-exempt positions):

• Eevning
• Full-Time
• 37.5 Hour Work Week

Essential Functions:

• Assist in care and maintenance of Departmental premises and equipment.
• Attends all mandatory/departmental inservices as recommended by regulatory agencies.
• Complies with all national patient safety goals/risk prevention processes and associated policies and procedures as applicable to scope of practice.
• Courtesy and cooperation in dealing with customers and vendors.
• Delivers drug orders and carts.
• Demonstrates knowledge, skill requirements and expected level of participation in the safety and infection control management program.
• Displays self initiative in anticipating and resolving daily work issues.
• Files and maintains patient profiles and other Departmental records.
• Follows proper safety and infection control procedures and maintains a safe work environment.
• Maintains and demonstrates knowledge in the following areas of Pharmacy practice: Calculations, Generic-trade name relationships; Special properties of IV admixtures; Stability's of IV preparations; Contraindications; Chemical formulas, abbreviations, common conversions and symbols; Maintains and demonstrates awareness of limitations of technicians
• Maintains the confidentiality, security and integrity for the management of associate/patient information according to policy and procedure.
• Oversees volunteer staff to ensure accuracy and compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
• Participates in activities, committees, projects and teams.
• Participates in on-going education and training related to organization and department specific requirements.

Proficient in use of Pharmacy computer, and other departmental software, as required for position.

• The staff member demonstrates the ability to identify what the patient's educational needs are.
• The staff member participates in the interdisciplinary patient teaching process.
• Under the direction of the Pharmacist, prepares medication for dispensing, maintains unit dose system and prepares IV admixtures in a timely manner.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to supports our employees' physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer