What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pharmacy Technician Trainee position at Hasbro Children's?
Summary
Reports to Manager Inpatient Pharmacy Operations. Under the supervision of a pharmacist and direction of a technician supervisor or technician specialist the Pharmacy Technician Trainee will undergo comprehensive training to perform a variety of technical and supportive tasks. The trainee functions as a member of the Pharmacy Team to assist pharmacists in formulating preparing and delivering medications and pharmaceutical supplies in accordance with established policies procedures and federal and state regulations. All duties are supervised prior to delivery of medication to patients.
Responsibilities
Participates in the Rhode Island Board of Pharmacy approved Lifespan Pharmacy Technician Training Program designed to provide theoretical knowledge and practical instruction needed to prepare participants for National Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT). Completes all required coursework exams and training on time as assigned while maintaining a passing score.
Coursework And Training Include a Minimum Of
Technician trainees shall perform only those tasks for which he/she has been trained and in which there is proficiency.
Under The Supervision Of a Pharmacist The Technician Trainee
Performs general operations related to automated dispensing cabinets (ADC) (e.g. Omnicell) such as maintenance generating and interpreting reports to perform assigning refilling and removing medications. Assists in maintaining operating room medication inventory.
Observes controlled substances inventory management process in the Pharmacy and throughout the hospital.
Participates in the delivery of medications to clinics procedural and treatment areas operating rooms and patient care areas.
Assists with repackaging and relabeling bulk medications into unit-dose packaging for distribution once approved by a pharmacist in accordance with existing policies and procedures and completes and accurate documentation for Packaging and Labeling Records.
Aids in the refilling of various emergency medication kits for pharmacist review and verification.
Engages in the routine receipt of medications and other pharmaceutical supplies.
Aids in the processing of medication requisitions for departments and laboratories for pharmacist review and verification.
Observes and develops skills to execute the process for reconciliation of patient and department medication charges.
Contributes to routine preventive maintenance to equipment according to standards for same.
Assists in maintaining the Pharmacy and medication supply areas in a neat and orderly fashion ensuring medications are stored under proper conditions for light temperature sanitation and segregation.
Understands the value of reporting actual prevented and near miss medication errors.
Answers the telephone and triages as appropriate. Demonstrates a strong customer service presence and verbal and written communication skills necessary to effectively interact with internal and external customers.
Demonstrates awareness of United States Pharmacopoeia (USP) Chapter Sterile Compounding Guidelines USP Pharmaceutical Compounding � Nonsterile Preparations and USP Hazardous Drugs � Handling in Healthcare Settings and National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) guidelines.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Other Information
BASIC KNOWLEDGE:
High-school graduate or the equivalent or currently enrolled in a high school or vocational training program that awards such degree or certificate must be eighteen (18) years of age or older.
Strong reading comprehension and math aptitude. As part of the interview process candidates will be required to complete a reading comprehension and math assessment to establish eligibility for onboarding into the training program.
Obtain and maintain Pharmacy Technician I licensure in the state of Rhode Island prior to first day of training. At conclusion of successfully completing training must immediately sit for National Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT) exam and attain certification within 6 months of completing training. Upon becoming CPhT certified immediately obtains and maintains Rhode Island Pharmacy Technician II licensure.
Possesses basic computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite.
Experience
Experience in a customer service healthcare or other fast-paced service industry setting preferred.
Technician trainees who have successfully completed training shall be transferred to their permanent job code and receive commensurate pay.
Work Environment And Physical Requirements
Possesses physical ability to lift carry and maneuver medication delivery equipment and pharmaceutical related inventories including extended periods of work time spent standing and walking.
Requires the visual and manual dexterity to operate a computer and prepare medications.
Independent Action
Refers specific complex problems to supervisor where clarification of departmental policies and procedures may be required.
Supervisory Responsibility
None
Brown University Health is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age ethnicity sexual orientation ancestry genetics gender identity or expression disability protected veteran or marital status. Brown University Health is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
Location: The Miriam Hospital USA:RI:Providence
Work Type: Full Time
Shift: Shift 1
Union: Non-Union
Reports to Manager Inpatient Pharmacy Operations. Under the supervision of a pharmacist and direction of a technician supervisor or technician specialist the Pharmacy Technician Trainee will undergo comprehensive training to perform a variety of technical and supportive tasks. The trainee functions as a member of the Pharmacy Team to assist pharmacists in formulating preparing and delivering medications and pharmaceutical supplies in accordance with established policies procedures and federal and state regulations. All duties are supervised prior to delivery of medication to patients.
Responsibilities
Participates in the Rhode Island Board of Pharmacy approved Lifespan Pharmacy Technician Training Program designed to provide theoretical knowledge and practical instruction needed to prepare participants for National Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT). Completes all required coursework exams and training on time as assigned while maintaining a passing score.
Coursework And Training Include a Minimum Of
- Didactic coursework 118 hours
- Simulation training 50 hours
- Hands-on training 232 hours
Technician trainees shall perform only those tasks for which he/she has been trained and in which there is proficiency.
Under The Supervision Of a Pharmacist The Technician Trainee
Performs general operations related to automated dispensing cabinets (ADC) (e.g. Omnicell) such as maintenance generating and interpreting reports to perform assigning refilling and removing medications. Assists in maintaining operating room medication inventory.
Observes controlled substances inventory management process in the Pharmacy and throughout the hospital.
Participates in the delivery of medications to clinics procedural and treatment areas operating rooms and patient care areas.
Assists with repackaging and relabeling bulk medications into unit-dose packaging for distribution once approved by a pharmacist in accordance with existing policies and procedures and completes and accurate documentation for Packaging and Labeling Records.
Aids in the refilling of various emergency medication kits for pharmacist review and verification.
Engages in the routine receipt of medications and other pharmaceutical supplies.
Aids in the processing of medication requisitions for departments and laboratories for pharmacist review and verification.
Observes and develops skills to execute the process for reconciliation of patient and department medication charges.
Contributes to routine preventive maintenance to equipment according to standards for same.
Assists in maintaining the Pharmacy and medication supply areas in a neat and orderly fashion ensuring medications are stored under proper conditions for light temperature sanitation and segregation.
Understands the value of reporting actual prevented and near miss medication errors.
Answers the telephone and triages as appropriate. Demonstrates a strong customer service presence and verbal and written communication skills necessary to effectively interact with internal and external customers.
Demonstrates awareness of United States Pharmacopoeia (USP) Chapter Sterile Compounding Guidelines USP Pharmaceutical Compounding � Nonsterile Preparations and USP Hazardous Drugs � Handling in Healthcare Settings and National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) guidelines.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Other Information
BASIC KNOWLEDGE:
High-school graduate or the equivalent or currently enrolled in a high school or vocational training program that awards such degree or certificate must be eighteen (18) years of age or older.
Strong reading comprehension and math aptitude. As part of the interview process candidates will be required to complete a reading comprehension and math assessment to establish eligibility for onboarding into the training program.
Obtain and maintain Pharmacy Technician I licensure in the state of Rhode Island prior to first day of training. At conclusion of successfully completing training must immediately sit for National Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT) exam and attain certification within 6 months of completing training. Upon becoming CPhT certified immediately obtains and maintains Rhode Island Pharmacy Technician II licensure.
Possesses basic computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite.
Experience
Experience in a customer service healthcare or other fast-paced service industry setting preferred.
Technician trainees who have successfully completed training shall be transferred to their permanent job code and receive commensurate pay.
Work Environment And Physical Requirements
Possesses physical ability to lift carry and maneuver medication delivery equipment and pharmaceutical related inventories including extended periods of work time spent standing and walking.
Requires the visual and manual dexterity to operate a computer and prepare medications.
Independent Action
Refers specific complex problems to supervisor where clarification of departmental policies and procedures may be required.
Supervisory Responsibility
None
Brown University Health is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age ethnicity sexual orientation ancestry genetics gender identity or expression disability protected veteran or marital status. Brown University Health is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
Location: The Miriam Hospital USA:RI:Providence
Work Type: Full Time
Shift: Shift 1
Union: Non-Union
