Inpatient Pharmacy Technician II Medication Reconciliation
Inpatient Pharmacy Technician II Medication Reconciliation
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Job Description
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Organization:
MMCMemorial Medical CenterPosition Overview:
Performs pharmaceutical procedures for medication preparation and distribution that ensures safe effective and costefficient medication therapy. Prepares compounds packages labels and dispenses medication nutritional products and nonhazardous IV admixture and solutions. Adheres to all standards procedures cleaning protocols and infection control polices to maintain a safe and sterile medication area clean rooms and laminar flow hoods. Assists with medicine and supplies inventory management and control including maintaining adequate stock levels checking accuracy of pricing and completing required regulatory documentation. Exercises sound judgment and has developed clinical skills to provide pharmaceutical support to the patients plan of care based on the diagnosis in a timely manner. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations codes policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety. May also be responsible for performing other specific tasks and/or orienting other staff to the department. Able to serve as the primary trainer and competency administrator for new staff for inpatient pharmacy technician tasks.Perform functions such as patient medication history interviews and documentation in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) independent of performance in other pharmacy tasks. Independently research and resolve ADS Pyxis controlled substance discrepancies and complete resolution process with nursing/anesthesia/or other clinical users. Prior experience with Medication Reconciliation preferred; Ability to independently gather medication history.
Job Description:
EDUCATION
- Other: Graduation from an accredited Pharmacy Technician program
- OR Met Board of Pharmacy requirements to obtain registration
CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE
- Registered Pharmacy Technician
EXPERIENCE
- 1 year recent relevant experience.
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
- Knowledge of medical terminology generic and trade pharmaceutical names pharmaceutical calculations and laws and regulations.
- Knowledge and understanding of different Pharmacy practice settings including narcotic delivery and procedures.
- Knowledge and ability to identify and employ pharmaceutical and medical terms abbreviations and symbols commonly used in prescribing dispensing and record keeping of medications.
- Requires a basic working knowledge of legal requirements and accreditation standards including National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP) The Joint Commission (TJC) Title XXII United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and United States Pharmacopeia (USP).
- Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences including nonmedical people.
- Welldeveloped time management and organizational skills including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
- General knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel and Outlook) related pharmaceutical technology EHR and EPIC.
- Carry out calculations and execute basic math skills needed for common dosage determination.
- Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
- Work independently as well as be part of the team including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
- Ensure the privacy of each patients PHI.
- Identify evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
- Build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.
- Ability to perform basic pharmacy buyer duties.
Job Shift:
VariedSchedule:
Full TimeShift Hours:
8Days of the Week:
VariableWeekend Requirements:
Rotating WeekendsBenefits:
YesUnions:
NoPosition Status:
NonExemptWeekly Hours:
40Employee Status:
RegularEmployees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous in the course of their work including patient care which requires them to manage store prepare receive unpack transport dispose of or administer identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.
Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
Pay Range is $30.00 to $37.49 / hourThe salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidates experience education skills licensure and certifications department equity training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
