Certified Pharmacy Technician (Per Diem)

Overview

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

• 1. Professional and Technical Competence
  
  
• 1.1 Communicates well with pharmacy staff on pharmacy issues, and responds appropriately to problem situations.
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  2. Maintains Appropriate Inventory Levels
  
  
• 2.1 Orders medications and other supplies from vendors as needed.
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  3. Controlled Substance Inventory and Record Keeping
  
  
• 3.1 Verifies daily controlled substance count in Pyxis during refill/restocking activities.
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  4. Supports Existing Hospital Information Systems.
  
  
• 4.1 Enters and verifies patient charges and credits daily using hospital information system.
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  5. Proficiency in IV Compounding
  
  
• 5.1 Complies 100% of time with required clean room attire and cleaning procedures.
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  6. Maintains a professional working relationship with employees in other departments.
  
  
• 6.1 Keeps staff members informed of patient/clinical issues.
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  7. Educational and Safety Compliance
  
  
• 7.1 Attends all required safety and educational programs.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

Assists with quality improvement projects, such as Drug Use Evaluations, analysis of interventions etc as requested by the Director of Pharmacy. High school diploma or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE

One year of experience as a pharmacy technician. Experience in a hospital setting preferred. One year experience as a pharmacy technician preferred. Experience in a hospital setting preferred.

LICENSURE

Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT). Licensed as a Pharmacy Technician II or pharmacy intern by the Rhode Island Board of Pharmacy. Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) required for technician II license.

YNHHS Requisition ID

123199