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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):
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Minimum Qualifications:
High School/GED Plus Four (4)years of relevant pharmacy technician experience (i.e. previous hospital pharmacy experience previous sterile compounding experience hazardous drug handling etc.)
Bachelors Degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences or equivalent relevant pharmacy experience (i.e. previous lead technician in a sterile compounding setting etc.)
Arkansas Pharmacy Technician Registration
ASHP/ACPE accredited technician training or certificate program
Within one year of start date will complete a specialized certificate program in sterile compounding (i.e. through ASHP or PTCB)
Preferred Qualifications:
B.S. or higher degree
Previous sterile compounding experience hazardous drug handling etc.
Previous management or team leader experience
Specialized certificate or certification (i.e. PTCB Certified Compounded Sterile Preparation Technician ASHP Sterile Compounding Certificate 340B Certification etc.)
Additional Information:
Responsibilities:
Perform IV sterile compounding under the direction of a pharmacist
Perform basic aseptic techniques and pharmaceutical calculation
Assemble products for the preparation of parenteral medication
Reconstitute measure and add medications to a parenteral fluid under the supervision and checking of the preparation by a pharmacist
Prepare multi-additives parenteral medications fluid under the supervision and checking of the preparation by a pharmacist
Troubleshoot and correct drug delivery and equipment issues as needed
Maintain clean work surfaces hoods and classified spaces by using proper techniques and following policies and procedures.
Preparing medications for final check by pharmacist prior to dispensing
Process expired damaged and recalled pharmacy products
Upkeep and supervision of sterile and non-sterile compounding areas
Understand and educate technicians on the USP 797 795 and 800 policies
Fill medication orders with ready to use products
Use the Kitcheck system to restock cart trays boxes etc.
Assist with pharmacy automation
Monitor temperature humidity and pressure logs
Accurately pick and fills medication carts. Averages less than four errors daily while picking the medication carts
Process STAT/NOW orders as soon as possible using Dispense Tracking
Use hospital wide EPIC system to track medication dispensing to unit
Packages Unit Dose medications accurately
Understanding and handling Hazardous Drugs and follows all policies related to medication processing
Monitors and processes Pyxis Stock Outs as soon as possible. Notifies a pharmacist when medications are ready for checking
Filling crash carts using the Kitcheck system. Restock emergency boxes and trays
Assist with pharmacy automation via Robot and Med Carousel
Answer/Receive and prescreen phone calls. Demonstrate good phone etiquette.
Manage Pyxis inventory including accurate selection and refilling of medication. Loading and unloading medication and resolving discrepancies
Understand how to operate all equipment (CII safe Pyxis load printers fax machines).
Administrative support duties
Barcode and label products
Set inventory par levels
Perform Tech check Tech quality control regarding dispensing cart fill and pyxis
Communicate with other healthcare professionals in accordance with established policies and procedures
Deliver medication carts accurately and promptly.
Deliver Pyxis accurately and promptly.
Provide formal detailed training to Technician I II and III
Provide formal detailed training to Pharmacy students (Interns)
Recommend and be involved in process improvements related to the pharmacy department
Other duties as assigned.
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All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
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.
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