Pharmacy Tech Inpatient

Pharmacy AssistantTo assist the pharmacist in the daily functions of the pharmacy department.Qualifications:High School Diploma (Required)Vocational/Technical Degree in Pharmacy Technology or related field preferredWork Experience: 1 or more years of hospital-based pharmacy experience (Required) or competency in at least one of the following areas of specialty may be required depending on job assignment and department: NICU, OR, Narcotic Room, IV Room, Purchasing, Pharmacy Informatics, and Technology.Licenses and Certifications:Technician Registration with the Georgia State Board of Pharmacy (Required)Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPHT) (Required)Essential Functions:Pharmacy Assistance Responsibilities:Responsible for assisting pharmacists in receiving, processing, and dispensing of all physicians' orders for medications, IV solutions, and outpatient prescriptions.Transports drugs and supplies to and from the pharmacy area to ensure delivery of quality care according to established protocols and transport times.Completed training in aseptic technique and performs duties and responsibilities of an IV technician.Responsible for answering phones, window, and doors, also loading and unloading the pneumatic tube system.Assist in pulling out dates from main pharmacy and automated dispensing cabinets.Assist in stock replenishment and maintaining inventory.Works with pharmacists in performing monthly nursing station audits.Area Specific Responsibilities - Pharmacy:IV Lead TechnicianNarcotic RoomInformatics and TechnologyPharmacy SatelliteNICU Pharmacy SatellitePurchasing of PharmaceuticalsHematology/OncologyOutpatient PharmacyTechnology & Equipment Use:Demonstrates technical skill in using equipment appropriate for role.Understands equipment operation.Maintains equipment in working order.Troubleshoots equipment problems.Uses technology to increase productivity.Adapts to new technology.Additional Duties:Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines.Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization.Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures.Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self education, attends ongoing educational programs).Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time.Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs.For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age- specific customer service skills.Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.