Pharmacy Technician

Pharmacy Technician

JOB SUMMARY:

The Pharmacy Technician supports pharmacists in all phases of the medication delivery system; including ordering, stocking, purchasing, manufacturing, dispensing, delivery, inspection and charge functions.

PRE-REQUISITES:

Education: High school graduate or equivalent required. Eligible for Vermont State Pharmacy Technician registration and certification within 6 months of hire.

Experience: Previous hospital or medical experience, particularly with medication preferred.

RELATIONSHIPS:

Reports To:
Pharmacy Manager

Performs duties under the supervision and control of a licensed Pharmacist

Supervises:
None
Other Contacts:
Medical staff, nursing staff and other hospital employees, patients, public, vendor representatives

SCOPE:

Machinery or Equipment Used:
Pharmaceutical and office equipment including; compounding equipment, infection administration equipment, unit-dose equipment, labeling materials, personal computer, and other office equipment
Physical Demands:
Manual dexterity and mobility, ability to stand/walk for protracted period
Working Conditions:
May be exposed to infections and contagious diseases. May be exposed to toxic chemicals. Subject to varying and unpredictable situations. Handles emergency or crisis situations. Subject to many interruptions and occasional pressure due to multiple calls, inquiries and priorities
Required Protective Equipment:
N/A

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Incorporates appropriate skills in all interactions and functions related to pharmacy operations

Ordering & inventory maintenance
Prepares prescriptions for pharmacist review according to policies, procedures and equipment use guidelines

Communicates with patients team members and management in an accurate, timely manner

Completes clinical documentation accurately and timely as required by policy, procedures and regulatory agencies
Talks with and listens to patients/team members
Reports pertinent information
Complete timely clinical documentation/order entry
Protects confidentiality of patient/colleagues

Applies critical thinking skills and considers alternatives

Organizes multitask workload
Prioritizes tasks/work
Seeks assistance
Collects/integrates data from multiple sources

Manages self and resources effectively

Uses electronic pharmacy system to process charges & monitor patient needs
Utilizes equipment and supplies appropriately
Maintain clean, orderly environment of care
Ensures traffic control in "sensitive areas"
Seeks out and accepts feedback
Requests assistance appropriately

Demonstrates the unit specific skills requisite for unit/patient population served

See unit specific competencies

Performs medication reconciliation

Responsible for stocking Omnicell cabinets.