Pharmacy Tech, Casual – Hospital Inpatient Pharmacy

SUMMARY:
We are currently seeking severalPharmacy Techsto join our Hospital Inpatient Pharmacy team. This position is casual (no benefits) and will work rotating day/evening shifts, and every other weekend

Purpose of this position: Performs a variety of technical and clerical pharmacy duties allowed by law under the supervision of a registered pharmacist. Fosters and maintains a positive image of the pharmacy within the hospital and in the community

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Accurately prepares, packages, labels, and delivers medications after they are checked by a registered pharmacist, intern, or qualified technician checker
• Correctly performs pharmaceutical calculations to ensure correct doses are dispensed
• Aseptically prepares IV admixtures and other sterile products as requested (when trained)
• Triages pharmacy phone calls and resolves issues as able
• Inspects and maintains medication supply throughout the facility. Removes and replaces outdated medications from the pharmacy, clinics, nursing stations, and Automated Dispensing Cabinets
• Possesses strong interpersonal skills, is a team player, and promotes a positive team environment
• Demonstrates good decision making skills, problem solving techniques, and possesses the ability to prioritize multiple tasks
• Maintains and improves pharmacy workflow
• Performs patient charging and other pharmacy financial activities when needed
• Uses and maintains pharmacy equipment, medication rooms, and work areas according to approved procedures
• Performs additional pharmacy technician duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED

Preferred Qualifications:

• Excellent computer skills
• Knowledge of Pharmacy computer systems
• Graduate of an accredited Pharmacy Technician Program or a 240-hour employer-based Technician training Program or 1,000 hours of Pharmacy experience

Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:

• Ability to communicate with other employees and patients
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to use a computer and associated programs
• Ability to understand oral and written instructions
• Ability to learn and apply pharmacy procedures
• Some skill in record keeping
• Must be competent in 3 out of 8 areas within 6 months of hire
  
  • First Dose Unit Dose
  • Cart Fill
  • General IV Preparation
  • Omnicell
  • Decentral
  • ATP
  • Chemotherapy IV Preparation
• TPN Preparation

License/Certifications:

• Current Pharmacy Technician Registration with MN State Board
• PTCB or ExCPT pharmacy tech certification within 1 year of date of hire, paid for by employee

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• Current Intern License with the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy