Pharmacy Technician I
NorthShore University HealthSystem | |
paid time off, tuition reimbursement | |
United States, Illinois, Chicago | |
Sep 23, 2024 | |
. GENERAL SUMMARY Under the supervision of a Registered Pharmacist, and in accordance with standard procedures, assists the Pharmacist in the preparation and dispensing of medications and pharmacy supplies, record keeping and stocking of inventory. II. REPRESENTATIVE FUNCTIONS: Selects medications to fill prescription orders and floor stock requisitions utilizing knowledge of trade and generic names of drugs and standard drug equivalencies (apothecary and metric systems) and attaches appropriate secondary warning labels as necessary. Effectively utilizes the Pyxis system, including reviewing inventory at the console, running basic reports (i.e. hospital-wide medication summary, medication activity reports), and performs basic troubleshooting. Completes barcode scanning for all required Pyxis activities and maintains monthly compliance above target level. Documents Pyxis transactions, including refilling, loading and unloading medications. Reviews Outdated Medication Report and appropriately replaces medications at the station. Reviews refill lists for high use items in which stock level adjustments may be warranted. Maintains work station in a safe, clean, and orderly condition. Conducts monthly inspection of pharmacy, cleans and organizes shelves according as required. Appropriately prioritizes work, consulting a pharmacist or supervisor when direction is needed. Answers departmental telephones within 4 rings and services customers at the Pharmacy window in a professional, customer-friendly manner. Participates in the training of pharmacy technician students and new technician employees and acts as a resource for questions or troubleshooting of the Pyxis system. III. SPECIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: The communication skills to interface with pharmacists and nurses in meeting patients' pharmaceutical needs. The analytical skills required to perform math calculations necessary to the preparation of IVs and other medications. The customer service skills required to appropriately respond to staff, vendors. IV. KNOWLEDGE, PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE AND LICENSURE/REGISTRATION REQUIRED: . Current Pharmacy Technician license in the State of Illinois. Certified Pharmacy Technician with CPhT certification within two (2) years of licensure require, or an active student in an accredited school of Pharmacy, or have maintained active Pharmacy Technician licensure with the state of Illinois since January 1, 2008. Pharmacy Technician certification either by a national certification test or an approved program is preferred. Successful completion of Aseptic Technique, Chemotherapy Preparation and other competency testing as assigned on an annual basis. What you will need:Benefits:
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