Pharmacy Technician PRN

Job ID 68859 Location Aurora, Colorado Full/Part Time Part-Time Regular/Temporary Regular Why Work at Children's.... Here, it’s different. Come join us. Children's Hospital Colorado has defined and delivered pediatric healthcare excellence for more than 100 years. Here, the nation’s brightest nurses, physicians, scientists, researchers, therapists and care providers are creating the future of child health. With an optimist’s outlook, a trailblazing spirit and a celebrated history, we’re making new strides every day. We’ve been Magnet-designated four times by the American Nurses Credentialing Center and are consistently recognized among the nation’s top 10 pediatric hospitals by U.S. News & World Report.  As a national leader in pediatric care, we serve children and families from all over the nation. Our System of Care includes four pediatric hospitals, 12 specialty care centers, 400 outreach clinics and 7,000 healthcare professionals representing the full spectrum of pediatric care specialties. We need your expertise. A career at Children's Colorado will challenge you, inspire you, and motivate you to make a difference in the life of a child. Here, it’s different. Do you have what it takes? Additional Information Department: Pharmacy Hours per week: 1 Shift: PRN pharmacy technician position- Shift hours include 5am-130pm, 600am-230pm,  9am-530pm,2-1030pm or 3-1130pm.  Availability for weekend and holidays necessary. Job Overview Under the supervision and direction of a licensed pharmacist and following established policies and procedures, performs a variety of technical procedures to support hospital pharmacy operations. Fast-paced inpatient pharmacy environment.  Core responsibilities of this role include: Non-sterile and sterile compounding. Pharmaceutical math calculation proficiency. Transporting prescriptions and pharmacy equipment (for example, IV’s, injectables, etc) to clinics or nursing floors. Answer, screen, and triage phone calls. Help in training new pharmacy technicians. Help other technicians in the pharmacy. Repackage bulk medication stock into individually packaged units. Carry out other duties and responsibilities as directed by the hospital pharmacist or pharmacy leadership. Communication and collaboration skills. Responsibilities POPULATION SPECIFIC CARE a.) Neonate - <30 days b.) Infancy - >30 days to 1yr c.) Toddlers - >1yr to 3yrs d.) Pre-Schoolers - >3yrs to 5yrs e.) School age - >5yrs to 13yrs f.) Adolescent - >13yrs to 18yrs g.) Adult - >18yrs to 65yrs ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential functions. These examples do not include all of the functions which the employee may be expected to perform. Accurately and safely selects and prepares medications for dispensing, and delivers patient medication as directed by a licensed pharmacist. Performs non-sterile compounding and packaging including nonhazardous and hazardous drugs. Answers telephone calls and triages appropriately. Performs inspections for medication outdates. Assures medication needs for patient care are met through inventory management, maintenance of work areas and equipment, stocking Omnicells, receiving and stocking medications and supplies throughout the pharmacy areas. Maintains environmental cleanliness in accordance with regulatory and policy requirements. Fills requests for controlled substances and accurately maintains all required records. Enters patient charges. Teaches, trains and/or mentors new employees, students and other healthcare professionals according to standard operating procedures. Maintains daily workflow to meet established priorities and production requirements. Documents activities according to hospital and department policy, and in accordance with regulatory requirements. Sustains quality and safety initiatives and practices in the department and throughout the hospital. Reports adverse drug events and medication variances using the hospital variance reporting program (QSRS). Performs sterile compounding which may include chemotherapy. Sustain, maintain, and look for ways to improve the medication barcoding system. Other Information Knowledge Skills and Abilities Maintains knowledge and proficiency of all pharmacy computer systems, applications, and Omnicell. Passes all required competencies and skills assessments. Maintains competency in sterile and non-sterile compounding, formula compounding, pharmaceutical calculations, generating computerized batch reports and other miscellaneous computer functions. Maintains knowledge of department and hospital policy, procedures and documentation requirements. Maintains knowledge and proficiency of all pharmacy hardware and equipment. SCOPE AND LEVEL GUIDELINES: Trains in the field and assists higher level personnel to acquire learning through practical experience.  COMPLEXITY:    Performs routine and/or basic tasks common to the field. Procedures, methods, and techniques to be used are well established with options to be considered well defined.  Tools, work aids, and materials to be used are specified.  DECISION MAKING: Duties assigned are primarily routine, repetitive, and restricted in intricacy with little or no discretion in how they are carried out. COMMUNICATION: Contacts with team members, clients or the public where factual information relative to the organization or its functions are received, relayed, or a service rendered according to established procedures or instructions. SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Under close supervision, the employee receives training to develop skills and abilities in a specific line of work or general occupational area.  Work product is subject to close, continuous inspection. Qualifications EDUCATION – High School Diploma or Equivalent CERTIFICATION(S) - State of Colorado Pharmacy Technician License (PHAT or PHATP) and 2) Certificate through a nationally recognized certification board or body approved by the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP) such as the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or National Healthcare Association (NHA). Physical Requirements Ability to Perform Essential Functions of the Job Audio-Visual: Color Discrimination: Good Audio-Visual: Hearing: Good General Activity: Stand/Walk: 6-8 hrs. per day Motion: Bend: 1/3 or more of time Motion: Carry: 1/3 or more of time Motion: Lift: Up to 1/3 of time Motion: Push: 1/3 or more of time Motion: Reach: 1/3 or more of time Motion: Squat/Crouch: 1/3 or more of time Others: Occupational Hazards - Must be able to meet scheduling demands during all weather conditions Use of Hands/Feet: Both Hands - Precise Motor Function (Or Fine Manipulation) Weight Lifted/Force Exerted: Up to 50 pounds: Up to 1/3 of time Work Environment Exposure: Exposure to blood/body fluid: Occasional. Exposure: Exposure to chemicals: Regular/Frequent Exposure to hazardous and nonhazardous drugs: regular/frequent Exposure: Exposure to skin irritations: regular/frequent Mental and Emotional Requirements: Independent discretion/decision making. Mental and Emotional Requirements: Makes decisions under pressure. Mental and Emotional Requirements: Manages stress appropriately. Mental and Emotional Requirements: Works with others effectively Equal Employment Opportunity It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other status protected by law or regulation.  Be aware that none of the questions are intended to imply illegal preferences or discrimination based on non-job-related information. Salary Information Annual Salary Range (Based on 40 hours worked per week): $35,625.15 to $53,437.73 Hourly Salary Range: $17.13 to $25.69 Benefits Information As a Children’s Hospital Colorado team member, you will receive a competitive pay and benefits package designed to take care of your needs that includes base pay, incentives, paid sick leave and a robust wellness program.

Salary : $17 - $26