PHARMACY TECHNICIAN II

Job Description

Under the direct supervision of the Director of Pharmacy, Assistant Director, Technician Supervisor, Pharmacists, and according to the standard procedures, Pharmacy Technician II assists in the preparation and distribution of medications. The Technician II has a history of qualitative consistency and productivity and works with minimal supervision and guidance. The Technician II has demonstrated a high level of initiative and motivation and adapts well to new situations. The Technician II has demonstrated above average qualitative and quantitative skills and above average knowledge of their work. The Technician II has training and on-line competency in multiple core areas. As a representative of both The Christ Hospital Health Network and Department of Pharmacy Services, promotes a positive image in all dealings with all other hospital employees and hospital guests.

Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist, prepares medications according to physician order.

A. Includes the following activities:

1. Unit Dose: Includes filling, packaging, distributing, labeling and scanning medications. Weighs, measures and mixes ingredients, emulsions, liquids, powders, and ointments using proper equipment and technique. Ability to sign in, load and refill automated dispensing machines. Basic inventory of CII safe. Perform routine functions as well as trouble shooting on automated dispensing equipment. Ability to print and compare reports in CII safe.

2. IV room-Using aseptic technique prepares and labels intravenous admixtures and other sterile products. Fills syringes and reconstitutes small volume injectable pharmaceuticals for subsequent check and dispensing by a pharmacist. Maintains equipment according to procedure. (ie. cleans the laminar air flow hood).

Uses technology in the department.

B. This includes the following but not limited:

1. Patient information lookup in Epic

2. In-Basket RX messages in Epic for unit dose medications

3. Compounding/Repackaging & dispense preparing medications in Epic

4. Printing of labels in Epic

5. Pulling and restocking medications into the Omnicell devices.

6. Properly sending medications through the pneumatic tube station.

7. Using RFID tagging software for restocking of crashcarts

Delivery-Includes the transportation of medications from the pharmacy to areas outside the pharmacy. This includes medication cart delivery and medication runs. Runs delivered at the correct "run time", and delivered to the correct area, refrigerator vs cart.

Assists the Pharmacist in daily activities.

Answers telephone, receiving and relaying messages as needed.

Assists in the projects, orientation, teaching and guidance of other pharmacy supportive personnel. Shows leadership and independent problem-solving skills.

Demonstrates advanced knowledge of pharmacy technology.

Re-orders drugs and supplies when stock is low or predetermined stock level indicated. Rotates stock, checks expiration dates and cleans assigned area.

Performs as a receptionist at the RX window. Distributing medications and orders for the correct department and patient. Fills out appropriate paperwork for distribution of medications. Answers and directs phone calls and assists with any issues.

Maintains a safe environment according to policy and procedure.

Maintains the department in a neat, clean and orderly manner.

Follows departmental and hospital safety policies and procedures.

Performs other duties as deemed necessary by the Director of Pharmacy, Assistant Director, Operations coordinator, Technician Supervisor and Pharmacists.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

EDUCATION:

High school diploma or GED

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:

A minimum of 2 years of hospital experience. OR

1 year of hospital experience AND certification as an CPht-ADV

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

Must meet all minimum qualifications for a Technician I.

Must have performance appraisals documenting the following:

- A work history of qualitative consistency, productivity and appropriate interdependence.

- A work history of initiative, motivation and flexibility.

- A work history of above average quality, quantity and knowledge of work.

- A work history of above average attendance and reliability.

LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS :

List any certifications and licenses required to perform this position.

The person has passed an examination approved by the Ohio State Board of Pharmacy, PTCB (or equivalent that is recognized by the Ohio State Board of Pharmacy). Technician must be certified with the board of pharmacy. The person must keep active certification with the Ohio State Board of Pharmacy.