Job Description
Weekend Rotation, Associated
JOB SUMMARY
Reports to Manager, Pharmacy Services. Under the general supervision and work direction of the staff pharmacists. Fills patient orders, floor stock, ancillary department supplies, and unit dose medication carts for terminal check by a registered pharmacist or certified pharmacy technician. Enters charges and credits onto patient profiles via CRT. Delivers patient medications from the pharmacy, returns orders, and other pharmacy-bound materials. Maintains drug stock within the pharmacy.
Job Requirements
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Education
- GED or High School Diploma required or current high school student in pursuit of GED to be obtained within one calendar year
- Some college work in life sciences desirable.
- CPhT required
Minimum Work Experience
Previous experience in hospital or community pharmacy highly desirable.In lieu of prior experience, evaluation period may be extended while on-the-job training occurs.Previous computer experience desirable.Familiarity with basic equipment such as typewriter, electronic calculator, etc.Required Skills
Knowledge and Skill : Follows general instructions. Understand several defined work routines. Reads various references, extract information, and applies basic arithmetic functions. May operate basic equipment. Knowledge of basic medical and pharmaceutical terminology and basic pharmacy calculations / equivalents required.Problem Solving / Decision Making : Makes decisions by reviewing defined alternatives. Receives assistance from standard procedures, coworkers and / or supervisor.Scope of Impact / Accountability : Impacts activities in other work areas on a frequent basis. Accountability is primarily indirect, nut may be shared for activities affecting the work area only. May provide information to decision-making processes affecting work area. While all technical functions are checked by a registered pharmacist, employee is accountable for maintaining considerable concentration and accuracy while performing job functions.Interpersonal Communication : Coordinates work with other. Conveys detailed, routine information. Provides written responses in standard format to others knowledgeable about the subject. Requires listening skills to maintain cooperative associations.FUNCTIONAL DEMANDS
Physical Requirements
Sitting - 16-31%
Walking - 16-31%
Standing - 16-31%
Bending / Squatting - 1-15%
Climbing / Kneeling - 1-15%
Twisting - 16-31%
Visual and Hearing Requirements
Must be able to see with corrective eye wear.
Must be able to hear clearly with assistance.
Physical / Environmental Demands
Lifting - 0-50 lbs, 50 or more with assistance
Carrying - 0-50 lbs, 50 or more with assistance
Pulling - Up to 100 lbs
Pushing - Up to 100 lbs
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Essentials Functions
Delivers medications from pharmacy to nursing units. Leaves pharmacy within 10 minutes of scheduled rounds and completes rounds within 15-20 minutes. Delivers medication to proper unit, picks up orders, requisitions and other materials in out-box and handles transfer items properly.Accurately fills requisitions, initial and dates sheets.Maintains proper stock in picking areas; removes any outdates discovered. Performs the essential functions relating to drug purchasing and inventory control.Checks that all items and tasks are completed by end of shift.Fills list properly indicated with charges / credits. Medications filled in a timely manner.Fills list initiated and dated when completed; left for computerized checking.Accurately posts charges and credits onto CRT in timely manner.Assures patients are charge for proper drugs / quantities.Delivers controlled substances to nursing units after pharmacist fills orders; obtains nursing signatures prior to leaving nursing unit.Performs sorting and filing functions as needed. Prepares proof-of-use forms based on unit needs.Picks up any expired / unusable narcotics from nursing units and returns to pharmacist for dispostion.Properly performs aseptic compounding of para=enteral admixtures and other sterile dosage forms.Keeps ample stock prepared and ready, while minimizing waste and over stock.Responsible for maintaining temperature logs and maintaining compliance with 797 regulations.Correct items replaced into box per flow sheet. New flow sheet and lock placed on restocked box.Restocked boxes left for pharmacist check.Drugs prepackaged properly; labeled correctly. Prepackaging control logs maintained as required. All prepackaging items submitted for pharmacist check prior to putting into stock.Provides consistent performance in regards to medication errors and accuracy.Uses appropriate judgment refers problems to pharmacist if needed.Communicates effectively, does not leave assigned duties incomplete.Organizes time effectively to meet changing workload demands.Department as a whole meets cost initiative (perform under budget for fiscal year).ORGANIZATIONAL EXPECTATIONS
T.J. Pledge
I Will Show Compassion
see all patients, family members, coworkers, physicians, and anyone else at T.J. as my customer.recognize that each and every interaction I have at T.J. Regional Health mattersshow kindness and compassion towards my customers at all timesbe sensitive to the personal and private needs of every customerI Will Cooperate With Others
maintain zero tolerance for abusive behaviorlisten and be willing to accept fault when I make a mistakenever underestimate the power of an apologyrefrain from blame and judgmentbring a sense of calm to stressful situationsI Will Collaborate With Others
value myself and every coworker as an equal part of one GREAT team working togethertreat others in a way that I would like to be treatedparticipate only in conversations that are courteous, respectful, and reflect positively on my teammates and T.J. Regional Healthfoster a calm and pleasant atmosphere, and refrain from gossip, rumors, and insultsspeak honestly, seek truth, and act with integrity towards my teammatesvalue the uniqueness and expertise that each team member contributes to the wholemeet the need of the moment, regardless of whether or not it is considered part of my jobI Will Communicate
smile - at everyonealways introduce myself, my role, and my purpose use body language, eye contact, and tone of voice that shows respect in every interactionfollow the 10 / 5 rule : always acknowledging people at 10 feet away with a smile and always greeting people at 5 feet awayescort any customer in need (visitors, patients) to their destinationI Will Adapt To Change
be a part of the solution when I am presented with a challengeembrace change and set the example for those around meaccept openly when there are changes that T.J. Regional and / or I have no control overmanage the expectations of others by explaining duration and next steps as often as neededI Will Be A Champion
serve with passionview myself as an owner of T.J. Regional Health and act accordinglytake responsibility for the physical appearance of T.J. Regional Health, including my work areago out of my way to daily thank and compliment my customers and coworkersdare to make a difference and be exceptionalconstantly try to improve myself and T.J. Regional Healthspeak positively about T.J. Regional, while at work and in public places outside of work Learn More
