Pharmacy Technician Trainee
Pharmacy Technician Trainee
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Why UnityPoint Health
Commitment to our Team Were proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Beckers Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.
Culture At UnityPoint Health you matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture guided by uncompromising values and an unwavering belief in doing whats right for the people we serve.
Benefits Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities no matter what life stage youre in.
- Caring is what we do and it starts with our team members: expect paid time off parental leave 401K matching and an employee recognition program as we support you both personally and professionally.
- You can only give your best when you feel your best and we help you live well with dental and health insurance paid holidays short and longterm disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your fourlegged family members to give you peace of mind.
- We strive to make things easier and more personal in health care to set us apart from the rest and you can experience that commitment through early access to earned wages with Daily Pay a tuition reimbursement program designed to help you further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family in the way that works for you.
Diversity Equity and Inclusion Commitment At UnityPoint Health we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together. Our collective goal is to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected.
Development We believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.
Community Involvement Be an essential part of our core purposeto improve the health of the people and communities we serve.
Hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work at
Overview
The Pharmacy Technician Trainee under the direct supervision of the pharmacist assists with the provision of quality pharmaceutical services. Foremost among these responsibilities are strictly adhering to detail in the performance of pharmacy procedures solving practical problems resolving conflict and implementing constructive change.
Responsibilities
Technical Support
- Responsible for receiving preparation labeling and distribution of pharmaceuticals; maintenance and filing of associated records; and the preparation and review of patient and departmental drug charges for assigned area of service in accordance with hospital policy and procedures.
- Strictly adheres to quality control processes and procedures and consistently demonstrates attention to detail in following protocol for product preparation and dispensing.
- Maintains knowledge of pharmaceutical terminology drug dosages dosage forms and drug names.
- Demonstrates knowledge of computer programs used in the department (e.g. Epic/Hypnos/Kronos). Exhibits the knowledge to troubleshoot common problems with automated dispensing machines.
- Maintains the knowledge and skill set to perform the duties and responsibilities of Omni Area Check Premade and OR technician positions.
- Utilizes reference materials as appropriate.
- Assists in maintaining adequate stocks of pharmaceuticals and supplies through established inventory management procedures and costeffective utilization. Communicates unusual usage patterns to inventory or supervisory staff.
- Performs pharmacy department area inspections and other cleaning duties as assigned.
- Assists with inventory audits.
- Understands and adheres to all safety practices while performing duties to minimize any risk of injury and/or exposure to hazardous materials.
Departmental Support
- Attends inservices on the job training and continuing education programs to meet developmental needs certification requirements and keep abreast of new technologies.
- Attends at least 75 of required departmental meetings.
- Promotes the development preparation implementation and attainment of departmental goals policies and projects.
- Assists with orientation and onthejob training of new hires and student shadowing.
- Serves on committees as assigned.
- Completes assignments with minimum supervision and guidance.
- Communicates with the pharmacist or pharmacy leadership team as necessary when problems or unusual circumstances arise.
- Purposefully conducts all aspects of the job in an ethical manner in support of the hospitals commitment to ethical behavior in all areas of personal and professional activity.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Compliance
- Ensures the appropriate preparation and dispersal of medications in accordance with facility state and national laws and regulations.
- Prioritizes the importance of preventing errors accidents and infections within the workplace and reports potential or actual concerns immediately.
- Completes all competency and skills assessment requirements.
- Participates in and completes pharmacy technician orientation.
- Spend time on education to help in preparation for sitting for national certification exam.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
Identify items that are minimally required to perform the essential functions of this position.
Preferred or Specialized
Not required to perform the essential functions of the position.
Education:
High School diploma or GED
Experience:
Experience in pharmacy is desirable.
License(s)/Certification(s):
Registration with the Iowa Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacy Technician Trainee within 30 days of hire. Must be in good standing with the Iowa Board of Pharmacy. Must obtain certification as a Certified Pharmacy Technician and register with the Iowa Board of Pharmacy as a Certified Pharmacy Technician prior to the expiration of the Technician Trainee registration as required by the Iowa Board of Pharmacy.
Valid drivers license when driving any vehicle for workrelated reasons.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Writes reads comprehends and speaks fluent English.
Basic computer knowledge using word processing email and web browser.
Teamwork
Professionalism
Problemsolving and analytical ability
Planning and organizing skills
Microsoft Office experience
Independent Judgement & Decision Making
Flexibility
Communication written & verbal
Accountability
Other:
Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position.
Experience with computer systems and medical terminology is desirable.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
