Pharmacy Technician

Seattle, OR - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 15 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description

TheHarborview Medical Center Pharmacy Departmentis looking for an outstandingis looking for an outstandingPharmacy Technicianto join our Inpatient Pharmacy team!

This position is expected to last one year.

WORK SCHEDULE

Full-Time / 40 hours per week

Evening Shift

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

Assist the Pharmacist in professional activities and assigned tasks including preparation and packaging of medications and other pharmacy-related functions

All activities are performed under the general supervision of a registered Pharmacist

Strong candidates will have knowledge and experience with sterile intravenous admixture practices preferred and good communication and organizational skills.

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Fill medications from Pyxis refill sheets for the entire hospital.

Deliver medications to nursing units and other areas of the hospital.

Package medications in single-unit packages.

Restock shelves in the unit dose fill and front counter areas.

Complete monthly outdate check and cleaning as assigned by Supervisor.

Fill Ward Stock Requisition sheets for Nursing Units.

Package patient-specific medications in single-unit packages.

Under the supervision of a Pharmacist perform bulk compounding of pharmaceuticals from a formula.

Perform computer entry of prescriptions and charge/credit data.

Work in the IV room and compound IV medications in accordance with USP 797 standards.

Handle and prepare hazardous drugs in accordance with USP 800 standards.

REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Six months of experience as a Pharmacy Assistant OR equivalent education/experience

LEGAL REQUIREMENT

State of Washington Pharmacy Technician certification

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT

UW Medicine is committed to being a drug-free workplace. We require a pre-employment drug screen.

ABOUT HARBORVIEW MEDICAL CENTER

As the regions only Level I Trauma and verified burn center Harborview Medical Center is a comprehensive healthcare facility owned by King County and operated by UW Medicine. It is dedicated to providing specialized care for a broad spectrum of patients from throughout the Pacific Northwest including the most vulnerable residents of King County. It provides exemplary patient care in leading-edge centers of emphasis including emergency medicine trauma and burn care neurosciences ophthalmology vascular surgery HIV/AIDS rehabilitation mental health and substance abuse care.

Harborview employees are committed to the vital role the institution plays in the immediate community as well as the entire Northwest region.

Challenge. Collaboration. Compassion.

ABOUT UW MEDICINE WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER

UW Medicine is Washingtons only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicines mission is to improve the health of the publicby advancing medical knowledge providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region and preparing tomorrows physicians scientists and other health professionals.

All across UW Medicine our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful welcoming environment where every patient family student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29000 healthcare professionals researchers and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center UW Medical Center - Montlake UW Medical Center - Northwest Valley Medical Center UW Medicine Primary Care UW Physicians UW School of Medicine and Airlift Northwest.

Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.

Compensation Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$58836.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum:

$92064.00 annual

Other Compensation:

Benefits:

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Temporary or Regular

This is a temporary position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

SEIU 1199NW HMC Pharmacy Technician

About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier return they enjoy outstanding benefits opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity intellectual excitement artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race color creed religion national origin citizenship sex pregnancy age marital status sexual orientation gender identity or expression genetic information disability or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process contact the Disability Services Office at or .

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.

Required Experience:

Job DescriptionTheHarborview Medical Center Pharmacy Departmentis looking for an outstandingis looking for an outstandingPharmacy Technicianto join our Inpatient Pharmacy team!This position is expected to last one year.WORK SCHEDULE Full-Time / 40 hours per week Evening ShiftPOSITION HIGHLIGHTS Assi...