Pharmacy Technician (Pharm Tech), Luke Air Force Base, AZ

Pharmacy Technician (Pharmacy Tech)Location: Luke Air Force Base, AZPosition Type: Full time (30 – 40 hours/week)FLSA Status: Non-exemptEducation Level: CertificationShift: Any (Day, Night, Weekend, Holiday)Job Category: Health CareOur Company Promise:We are committed to providing our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Vighter’s Mission is to provide efficient, fast, high-quality healthcare staffing to our clients. Our Culture’s 5 key elements are crucial to the effectiveness of our employees in accomplishing our mission. These elements are:DependabilityIntegrityPersonabilityTransparencyResponsivenessCreating and cultivating this Culture within the organization is our commitment to our employees. Above all, Vighter employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude that they are expected to share externally with every Vighter Client and Customer.Summary:Vighter is recruiting multiple Pharmacy Technicians (Pharm Techs) for positions at Luke Air Force Base (LAFB), AZ. Pharmacy technicians perform a variety of tasks to ensure patients receive the correct medication and care, including gathering information from customers and health professionals to fill prescriptions, and measuring, mixing and calculating the correct amounts and dosages of medication for prescriptions.Vighter is a Service Disabled, Veteran Owned Small Business that is accredited by both the Joint Commission and ISO-9001. With our dedication to continuous improvement, Vighter assists in the provision of the highest standards of care.Principle Accountabilities:Perform inpatient pharmacy technician duties including, but not limited to, entering orders into electronic health records, compound intravenous medication orders, compound Chemo therapeutic intravenous medications.Understand and enforce compliance with USP 797 and USP 800 regulations to include proper wear of barrier/protective clothing, beyond use dating, and aseptic techniques.Understand and ensure compliance with The Joint Commission regulations throughout the facility.Manage patient-specific pharmacokinetic regimens to include vancomycin, anticoagulants, and aminoglycosides.Assess metabolic needs and order therapeutic parenteral nutrition products.Provide medication and healthcare related in-service training to clinical staff on new medications on the market, appropriate use of medications, comparison of current medication therapies, and other topics as deemed appropriate by the department head.Provide clinical directions to pharmacy personnel.Consult with patient care teams through multi-disciplinary rounds and antimicrobial stewardship monitoring to ensure evidence-based patient care.Document pharmacy interventions appropriately in the EHR.Document significant adverse medication events with prescribers, in the patient’s medical record, and in the Patient Safety Reporting system.Document and report patient safety concerns using the Patient Safety Reporting system.Facilitate medical staff drug utilization reviews (DURs) as deemed necessary.Exhibit basic competency in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft PowerPoint.Perform ward and clinic inspections, maintain pharmacy automation systems, and deliver Pyxis and patient orders to wards and clinics.A deep sense of purpose and dedication to the United States and our U.S. Military Veterans, their Families, and other patients as assigned.An unshakeable adherence to quality and continuous process improvement.An apolitical, patient-centered focus that drives to enhanced care and patient satisfactionKnowledge of regulations (HIPAA/Privacy Act) regarding the confidentiality of patient medical records and information as well as Personally Identifiable Information (PII).Performs other duties that may be assigned from time to time.Knowledge and Skills:Must have exceptional customer service skills.Employees shall be technically proficient in the skills necessary to fulfill the job requirements, including ability to speak, understand, read and write English fluently.Ability to work in a fast-paced changing environment with limited supervisionExcellent organizational, scheduling and prioritization skills.Education:High School Diploma or GED equivalency is required.One (1) year of experience in a hospital-based pharmacy is required, two (2) years of experience is preferred.Qualifications:Current certification as a Pharmacy Technician.Certified by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or the National Health career Association (NHA ExCPT).Duty Hours / On-call Requirements:Pharmacy activities are open 24/7/365 to include days, nights, weekends and holidays. Acceptable candidates must have mild schedule flexibility and be willing to work as needed.All candidates are required to provide any schedule limitations before acceptance. We try our best to accommodate your schedule, so please inform Vighter of any schedule limitations in advance.Work Environment:Location: Luke Air Force Base, AZ.Job locations within LAFB present a wide range of opportunities Ambulatory Care Pharmacy; Critical Care Pharmacy; Nuclear Pharmacy; Nutrition Support Pharmacy; Oncology Pharmacy; Pediatric Pharmacy; Pharmacotherapy Pharmacy; Psychiatric Pharmacy.Opportunity to work with diverse populations, including Active-duty Military, Veterans, Retirees and their Families.Travel:As required to satisfy the contractual obligations. Generally, travel is limited to commute from residence to place of work and back. Commute time and distance is non-compensatory.Benefits:Competitive hourly rate + health and welfare paid in cash and comprehensive benefits package, with Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance available for W2 full-time employees.Company-paid basic Life and AD&D insurance. Best in class rates for Voluntary life insurance.Vacation accrual and paid holidays (Per SCA Rules).Physical Requirements:Must be able to stand or sit for more than 8 hours per day.Must be willing to work overtime if necessary.Must be able to use an elevator or walk up & down stairs.Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds and carry up to 10 feet.Must be able to routinely grasp or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbows/knees and reach above and below shoulders.Must be able to read and interpret handwritten and typewritten print.Must be able to communicate by voice and detect sound by ear.Must be able to perform duties in an indoor office or outdoor environment.Must be able to pass a criminal background investigation.Must undergo Urine Drug Screening (UDS).Must be a Citizen of the United States or legally authorized to work in the United States of America.POSITION IS CONTINGENT UPON CONTRACT AWARD/OPTION YEAR APPROVAL.Vighter LLC is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.