Pharmacy Technician II

$19.62 per hour

Memorial Health

Min
USD $19.62/Hr.
Max
USD $30.41/Hr.
Overview
Part time, 16 hours per week
Primarily day shift (coverage on other shifts as needed)
Every 3rd weekend rotation
Under the direct guidance and supervision of a licensed Pharmacist(s), and following all Federal and State regulations, prepares and distributes medications and maintains drug inventory and patient records. Embodies the Memorial Health Values of Safety, Integrity, Quality, and Stewardship that support our mission and vision.
Qualifications
Education:
High School diploma/GED required.
Must meet one of the following:
Completion of a formal pharmacy technician training program
Two years pharmacy experience
Demonstrates competency and ability to work in at least two of the following areas:
Sterile Compounding
OR Technician
Purchasing/Buyer
Narcotic Technician
Medication History Technician
Licensure/Certification/Registry:
Current State of Illinois Technician license required.
Pharmacy Technician Certification through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board-(PTCB) or the Exam for the Certification of Pharmacy Technicians (ExCPT) required with the following exceptions:
Pharmacy technicians who obtained initial licensure prior to January 1, 2008
Pharmacy students enrolled in an accredited school of pharmacy
Prior pharmacy training preferred
Experience:
Demonstrates excellent oral and written communication, problem solving, basic math, and customer relations skills.
Demonstrates basic computer knowledge, with the ability to operate keyboard and mouse to access and store information into an electronic database.
Ability to push, pull, and transport up to 50 lbs. and stand/walk for long periods of time.

Responsibilities
Ensure fulfillment of mission and progress towards vision. Exhibit behaviors consistent with MH values, and ensure strategic plan is cascaded throughout the organization to achieve desired business outcomes.

Assists the pharmacist in filling medication orders including orders for IV admixtures, surgical kits, compounded orders, or bulk stock.

Complies with all Federal, State, or other regulatory requirements as they relate to drug control, drug storage, drug dispensing or drug returns.

Recognizes controlled substances and maintains their security at all times, according to hospital standards and federal/state regulations.

Monitors medication stock levels and advises appropriate pharmacy staff of depletion or low levels of critical medications and supplies.

Adheres to all necessary State, Federal (USP) sterility requirements in preparation of sterile products.

Delivers medications in a timely manner, placing patient needs first.

Utilizes pharmacy computer program / software to generate labels, post charges and issue credits, run reports, and enter patient specific information.

Complies with all department, State and Federal requirements for completing appropriate online and paper records and reports for historical and auditing purposes.

Provides training for lesser-experienced staff members as needed.

Serves as a back-up for other areas within the unit or department, especially during times of special needs or staff absences.

Perform other related work as required or requested.
Occupational Hazards: Potential for exposure to infectious patients and materials, though rare. Potential for exposure to hazardous and toxic substances including chemotherapy, cytotoxic drugs, and cleaning solutions. Potential for sticks or cuts by needles and other sharp, potentially contaminated items. Potential for musculoskeletal injuries if proper lifting and carrying techniques are not used.
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

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