MH Pharmacy Technician II

Pharmacy TechnicianWorking under the day-to-day supervision of the pharmacists and Pharmacy Leadership, the technician is responsible for the proper handling of medications. This includes but is not limited to: receiving, distribution, management of expiration dates, management of inventory in Pyxis, storage, repackaging, compounding, filling orders, delivering, and stocking. Additional and ongoing demonstration of intermediate skills in the practice of pharmacy as defined below are required. The job requires excellent communication skills and a desire to work in a fast-paced environment. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and CollaborateKEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Works under the supervision of: Pharmacy LeadershipCareer Ladder Criteria (as applicable by site): Performs Hazardous CompoundingPerforms batch sterility testsMonitors at least one Key Performance Indicator or produces at least one Key Process ImprovementAssists in revising training materialsDemonstrates Intermediate skill performance by performing at least one of the following Intermediate Purchasing Skills Decentralized Pharmacy Services Medication Histories ADC optimization Ordering/ ReceivingAssists with receiving order from wholesalerScans in deliveryProperly inventories/stickers delivery to ensure all items are receivedConfirms that each med is scannableInvolves pharmacist when appropriateHelps to maintain proper stock levels of drugs, supplies and solutions by Informing in writing, the need for an item when it is getting lowRepackages medications from bulk to unit-dose when necessaryCompoundingPerforms calculations for dosing, unit conversions, admixture volumesPrepares clean room and sterile products area for daily useFollows clean room policies and proceduresPrepares low and medium risk sterile and non-sterile compoundsComplies with Universal precautions and uses Aseptic technique when compoundingInventory ManagementChecks expiration dates in and outside the departmentCredits and debits patients in Meditech if meds reordered or returnedResolves missing medication issuesPerforms monthly floor inspections to ensure integrity of medications on the units and in patient care areasEnsures all medications are properly labeledProperly disposes of medications, hazardous substances, sharpsProperly identifies and returns expired meds eligible for creditAssists in semi-annual inventory activities as neededFills Medication OrdersReceives labels and orders, and is able to accurately select proper drug, dosage form and strengthAccurately retrieves medications from ADC fill listNeatly organizes filled meds for checkingAccurately retrieves medications as requested at the windowProperly refills trays and kits including but not limited to: Code Trays, STEMI kits, anaphylaxis kits, tackle boxes in preparation for pharmacist to checkAccurately fills OR MachinesDelivers medicationPerforms routine rounds to patient care areas and units in timely mannerDelivers meds to proper location including but not limited to: ADC, Med Room or a nurse if requestedUpdates machines with current date for drugOutdates meds in ADC at each delivery to machineReturns meds from the floors when needFills Automated Dispensing Cabinet (ADC)Under stands process of loading and unloadingFills ADC accurately by consistent use of scanner when requiredLoads meds in a neat precise manner without overfilling pocketIs able to trouble shoot minor equipment issues with ADCIs able to reboot equipment as neededCommunicationUses exceptional customer service skills/communication to resolve issuesAnswers phones and triages phone calls that need a pharmacistsCommunicates well with nursing and other staff outside of the pharmacy departmentProfessionalismMaintains a high degree of professionalism within and outside the departmentMaintains excellent working relationships with othersDresses professionallyMaintains a neat, clean and organized work areaRepresents the Department of Pharmacy and acts as liaison if needed when outside the departmentComplies with HIPAA policiesSupports the training of new staffManages time effectively and prioritizes accordinglyMaintains LogsResponsible for the daily accurate documentation of logs including but not limited to: refrigerators, hood cleaning, eye washReports any omissions or errorsHandle Controlled SubstancesUnderstands the importance of excellent record keeping, accuracy and handoffs when dealing with Controlled SubstancesImmediately reports any concerns/discrepancies to pharmacist or supervisorManagement of Time and Resources: Completes work assignments within an acceptable time frame. Uses time and resources to the best possible advantage for successful completion of job responsibilities. Develops and maintains efficient working relationships. Is reliable in respect to attendance. Is Reliable in respect to punctuality. Recognizes the importance of team efforts and partners with others to achieve positive outcomes.Quality: Is part of a team effort to ensure quality services. Offers creative solutions or alternatives to issues or concerns. Produces quality results. Continually strives to improve the quality of work. Accepts responsibility for all work performed and takes appropriate corrective action as needed.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:Written and oral communication skillsBasic math needed for compoundingAbility to work in a team environmentAbility to problem solveAbility to provide a high level of customer service to patients, visitors, and staffPerforms gloved fingertip and media fill test as required.Is cooperative in interactions, treating customers with courtesy, respect and compassion.Is patient when responding to questions and answers questions appropriately.Responds to requests in a timely manner.Handles interruptions in a skillful way.Maintains a professional appearance and demeanor.Strives to prevent/resolve customer concerns to the customer's satisfaction.EDUCATION: Is responsible for maintaining licensure CPhT and State registration as requiredPay Range: $21.31-$31.15Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.Location: Morton Hospital - 88 Washington Street Taunton, Massachusetts 02780Work Type: per diemWork Shift: VariableDriving Required: NoUnion: 1199 Seiu United Healthcare Workers East