Pharm Tech 2 - CMH Pharmacy

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Pharm Tech 2

• CMH Pharmacy

Department: Pharmacy

• CMH

Usual Schedule: Variable

Regions:

On Call Requirements: No

Job Category:

Work Location: Methodist Medical Center

Employment Type: Full

• Time

Nursing Specialty:

Job Post ID: 41242

Secondary Job Category:

Experience Requirements: None

Weekend Requirements: Every other weekend

Education Requirements: HS Diploma/GED

Shift: Variable

Location: Peoria, IL

Holiday Requirements: 3 of 6 major holidays

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Job Description

JOB SUMMARY:

To assist pharmacists in accurately and aseptically preparing and dispensing medications, as well as correctly entering and processing medication charges and credits throughout the hospital information system.

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS

Certified Pharmacy Technician (PTCB) Certified as Pharmacy Technician (CPhtT) per state or federal regulations. upon hire and

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

Required English Skills Other: Advanced technical/clinical reading, writing, & oral skills.Communication Skills Ability to respond appropriately to customer/co-workerInteraction with a wide variety of people

Maintain confidential information

Ability to communicate only the facts to recipients or to decline to reveal information

Ability to project a professional, friendly, helpful demeanor

Computer Skills Basic computer knowledge: Uses word processing, spreadsheet, e-mail application, and web browser. Comfortable within a Windows OS and learning new applications.MS Office Apps

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assists pharmacists in accurately and aseptically preparing and dispensing medications.

• The technician assists pharmacists in accurately and aseptically preparing, filling, compounding, labeling and dispensing medications including all IV medications. The incumbent presents the final product to a pharmacist for review and approval before the medication is dispensed from the pharmacy.

• The technician is responsible for filling and distributing controlled substances per policy and procedure.

• The incumbent must be a team player since the position interacts with all positions within the department. The incumbent is expected to move from work area to work area to facilitate the smooth workflow of the pharmacy. The incumbent is to do any task required by the supervisory personnel or staff pharmacists for the good of the pharmacy. This team player philosophy is carried throughout the hospital as the technician aids in the delivery of medications from the pharmacy to the patient care areas

• The technician consistently checks boards, mailboxes and e-mail for new departmental communications.

• The technician high accuracy with respect to all areas of work. Seeks additional responsibility. Actively exhibits initiative, therefore not requiring constant supervision.

• The technician is able to prioritize workflow and understands the critical timing issue of IV meds ordered.

• Has a thorough understanding of the pyxis medstation system, pharmacy patient profile systems, compounding medications and preparation of iv's knowledgeable of different equipment used in the preparation of medications.

• The incumbent has a thorough understanding of the Omnicell Medstation System. This includes, but not limited to, pending new meds, filling labels off the printer, filling and loading meds at the Omnicell stations, filling Stock Low/Stock Out reports, refilling of bulk medications, crediting returned meds, discharges, etc.

• The incumbent assists the IV pharmacist in accurately and aseptically preparing intravenous admixtures in the sterile laminar air flow hoods of the IV pharmacy. This position must accurately calculate, measure syringes and prepare labels for medications to be drawn up for intravenous admixture use. The incumbent presents the final product with all calculations and materials used to the IV pharmacist for review and approval before the medication is removed from the pharmacy.

• The technician aseptically prepares IV medications, such as antibiotics, total parenteral nutrition, large and small volume IV's, etc. in laminar air flow hoods. The incumbent must also be able to prepare chemotherapeutic agents in the vertical flow hood. The technician completes competency requirements prior to deadlines, as outlined in policies and/or legal requirements.

• The technician must be knowledgeable of different equipment used in the preparation of medications. This position is responsible for regular cleaning maintenance of laminar air flow hoods & documentation of this and quality audit data.

• The technician plays an active role in the orientation and training of other pharmacy personnel.

• The technician must, at the completion of training, take and pass the Omnicell and distribution certification tests.

• This position will be responsible for the accurate processing of charges and credits to inpatients and outpatients using the hospital computer system. Filing of department documents, medication orders, and extemporaneous charges are necessary to allow for prompt access of these records.

• The incumbent must have a thorough understanding of computer functions needed. Some of these functions include: filling of labels, making labels for preparations, looking up patient profile, and problem solving.

• Maintains daily reports and stock inventories. Make stock meds as needed. Accurately fills exchange carts and baskets for other departments. Insures fill area is well stocked at all times.

• This position accurately distributes medications to eac

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving customers throughout our communities. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal state and local ordinances. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: human.resources@carle.com. Positions are not available for remote work in the state of Colorado.

Effective September 20, 2021, the COVID 19 vaccine is required for all new Carle Health team members. Requests for Medical or Religious exemption will be permitted.

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