Certified Pharmacy Technician - Riverside

Certified Pharmacy Technician

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Job Description Summary:

This is a full-time, day shift position at Riverside Methodist Hospital.

Specialized Knowledge and Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma, GED, or foreign school diploma equivalent to a U.S. high school diploma (Required)

Must be at least 18 years of age (Required)

Individual must be registered as a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) with the Ohio Board of Pharmacy (Required)

Work requires a high school level of skills and good communication skills; the ability to gather and interpret data in situations where the information or problems are not difficult or complex; the ability to exchange information and explain instructions and/or procedures to employees, patients, and others; involves following existing procedures and instructions, sometimes receiving assignments in the form of results expected, due dates and general procedures to follow. (Required)

Knowledge of compounding, pharmacy math skills, hospital pharmacy operations, medical terminology, and various drug names (trade generic).

Detail-oriented

Works well in an interdisciplinary team

Adaptable

Job Summary:

Successfully fulfills the criteria and experience profile for T2 Certified Pharmacy Technician, in addition to the responsibilities outlined in this job description. Demonstrates technical, communication, and leadership skills necessary to support team members in their area of specialty. Maintains a proficient area through process improvement and operational efficiency. Participates in reciprocal communication with departmental and health-system peers and leadership.

Responsibilities and Duties:

Under the supervision of a Registered Pharmacist:

Accountable for all tasks as defined in policy, procedures, or standard of therapy

Prepares/compounds a comprehensive range of therapies, accurately documents preparation activities, labels pharmacy products according to department policy for final distribution

Actively involved in the medication distribution process: Ordering, receiving, stocking, dispensing

Participates in process improvement activities

Participates in new associate training as needed

Proposing, monitoring and process improvement of key metrics

Participates in T3 activities as needed to fulfill department/patient needs and or professional development

As a High Reliability Organization (HRO), responsibilities require focus on safety, quality and efficiency in performing job duties. The job profile provides an overview of responsibilities and duties and is not intended to be an exhaustive list and is subject to change at any time

Minimum Qualifications:

High School or GED (Required)

CPHT(cert) - Certified Pharmacy Technician (Certified) - Ohio Board of Pharmacy, PTCB - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board - Board of Pharmacy Specialties

Additional Job Description:

Specialized Knowledge:

Knowledge of compounding, pharmacy math skills, hospital pharmacy operations, medical terminology, and various drug names (trade generic).

Work Shift:

Day

Scheduled Weekly Hours :

40

Department:

Pharmacy

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Equal Employment Opportunity:

OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment