What are the responsibilities and job description for the IV Pharmacy Technician - Wed to Sat AM to 10 PM position at Connecticut Children's?
Job Description
Assists registered pharmacists in the preparation, dispensing and distribution of sterile and non-sterile
medication, maintains records and inventory, following procedural work routines, to ensure medications are
ready and available for patient administration.
Responsibilities
- PHARMACEUTICAL PREPARATION : Prepares sterile drug products (IV admixtures, chemotherapy and TPN) and non-sterile drug products for inpatients and outpatients under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist and following established procedures, in order to ready the drug product for administration to the patient.
- DOCUMENTATION : Maintains accurate records of sterile and non-sterile products prepared, credits, charges, patient specific records, and other documentation as required either manually or through the computer to comply with regulatory requirements and ensure pharmacy information is readily available.
- INVENTORY MANAGEMENT : May maintain the inventory of controlled drugs by ordering, packaging, counting and issuing controlled drugs in order to meet the regulatory mandates and ensure availability of needed drugs. Monitors storage conditions for drugs and other pharmacy items through regular nursing unit inspections to ensure items are stored appropriately. Maintain inventories by ordering, stocking and / or rotating drug and supplies, discarding expired drugs to ensure adequate supplies at all times in accordance with established department procedures.
- Demonstrates support for the mission, values and goals of the organization through behaviors that are
consistent with the CCMC standards.
Qualifications
Education and / or Experience Required :
Education and / or Experience Preferred :
License and / or Certification Required :
annually) OR A valid current pharmacy intern registration with the CT Dept. of Consumer Protection
About Us
Connecticut Children's is the only health system in Connecticut that is 100% dedicated to children. Established on a legacy that spans more than 100 years, Connecticut Children's offers personalized medical care in more than 30 pediatric specialties across Connecticut and in two other states. Our transformational growth establishes us as a destination for specialized medicine and enables us to reach more children in locations that are closer to home. Our breakthrough research, superior education and training, innovative community partnerships, and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion provide a welcoming and inspiring environment for our patients, families and team members.
At Connecticut Children's, treating children isn't just our job - it's our passion. As a leading children's health system experiencing steady growth, we're excited to expand our team with exceptional team members who share our vision of transforming children's health and well-being as one team.
