Pharmacy Technician IV - Drug Diversion Prevention
Pharmacy Technician IV - Drug Diversion Prevention
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Type of Position:
Clinical Staff - Medical Ancillary Support
Job Type:
Regular
Work Shift:
Sponsorship Available:
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education research and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):
- Health: Medical Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
- Holiday Vacation and Sick Leave
- Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
- Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
- Basic Life Insurance up to $50000
- Career Training and Educational Opportunities
- Merchant Discounts
- Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy
Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position please click theApply link/button.
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Department:
ICE PTSL OSP/Diversion
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Summary of Job Duties:
This position is an upper-level technician position in the Pharmacy & Therapeutics (P&T) Service Line. The employee must demonstrate highly specialized skills and have knowledge of regulatory standards not required of other Pharmacy Technicians in the P&T Service Line. Any individual in this position must be eligible to be registered with the State Board of Pharmacy as a pharmacy technician and must have a thorough knowledge of health-system medication distribution processes. The Pharmacy Technician for Drug Diversion Prevention assists with oversight of highly sensitive health system-wide (inpatient and outpatient) controlled substance monitoring and opioid stewardship initiatives. The employee applies knowledge of pharmacy practice hospital policies/procedures and regulatory standards involving controlled substances (e.g. Drug Enforcement Agency Arkansas State Board of Pharmacy The Joint Commission etc.) to ensure compliance with state and federal laws. Judgment and skill are used to complete analytical functions of the controlled substances monitoring system including automated dispensing machines electronic health record and controlled substance monitoring software. This role involves extensive communication with healthcare professionals inside and outside the department of pharmacy including resolution of controlled substance discrepancies and training and education related to controlled substance handling and opioid stewardship. The employee will also function as the key component of the UAMS drug diversion program by compiling and reviewing reports performing facility risk rounding and following up on compliance gaps. The employee is expected to maintain a high degree of accurate productivity and performance while being extremely sensitive to the specific contribution to total patient care.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
HS/GED plus 4 yrs Pharmacy Tech Experience or Bachelors Degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences;
Arkansas State Board of Pharmacy- Pharmacy Technician License
National Technician Certification through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (CPhT) OR ASHP Certification
Preferred Qualifications:
5 years of experience working in a hospital or retail setting as a pharmacy technician; experience working with controlled substances
ASHP and/or PTCB Controlled Substance Diversion Prevention certificate
Additional Information:
Responsibilities:
Responsible for assisting with the drug diversion program.
Conduct surveillance by preparing monitoring and analyzing usage reports of controlled substances (e.g. discrepancies overrides standard deviations etc.) and maintaining all related documentation.
Conduct pharmacy review audits of controlled substance discrepancies utilizing controlled substance monitoring software.
Communicate with healthcare professionals keeping them informed of
policies/requirements regarding controlled substance storage and distribution and facilitating the resolution of discrepancies.
Perform data analysis to assess health system-wide compliance with controlled substance handling and identify areas for improvement.
Develop and present reports on controlled substance handling and initiatives to
pharmacy leadership.
Participate in quality improvement projects related to controlled substance handling and opioid stewardship.
Perform user analytics to identify employees at high risk of controlled substance
diversion and participate in investigations.
Review and investigate discrepancies at automated dispensing cabinets.
Perform facility risk rounding to monitor for controlled substance compliance.
Responsible for ensuring compliance with regulatory bodies and preparedness for inspections.
Manage surveyor inquiries related to controlled substances investigations (e.g.
providing documentation of diversion monitoring and investigations retrieving
specific data requests etc.)
Exhibit effective problem-solving skills to identify controlled substance needs that require investigation and/or intervention.
Educate and train pharmacy and nursing staff regarding controlled substances
handling and diversion prevention
May perform other duties as assigned.
Salary Information:
Required Documents to Apply:
Optional Documents:
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Recruitment Contact Information:
Please contact for any recruiting relatedquestions.
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Annual TB Screening Criminal Background Check Substance Abuse Testing
This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background drug testing and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Constant Physical Activity:
Hearing Manipulate items with fingers including keyboarding
Frequent Physical Activity:
Manipulate items with fingers including keyboarding Sitting Standing Talking Walking
Occasional Physical Activity:
Kneeling Lifting Pulling Pushing Reaching Sharps
Benefits Eligible:
YesRequired Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
