Certified Pharmacy Technician: 80 hrs/pay period

POSITION/JOB SUMMARY

The pharmacy technician is directly responsible to the pharmacist to assist the pharmacist as a supportive person. Assists with daily tasks to provide effective, efficient and safe pharmacy services. 

This position is scheduled Monday-Friday from 8:00am - 4:30pm. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Keeps the pharmacy clean, orderly and carries out good infection control techniques. Aids pharmacist in compliance with USP 797 and 800 regulations.
• Keeps all pharmacy records and references up-to-date.
• Restocks automated dispensing cabinet and drug cupboards under the supervision of pharmacist.
• Maintains adequate pharmacy inventory to meet patient needs through purchasing and inventory control programs.
• Prepares ER prepack system and maintains its records under the supervision of pharmacist.
• Unit doses bulk medication as necessary.  Labels, quantities and final product are checked by pharmacist.
• Does monthly inspections for outdating of drugs in all areas, under supervision of the pharmacist.
• Does annual and bi-annual drug inventories, along with the pharmacist.
• Assists with monthly controlled substance inventory
• Prepares an updated drug formulary each year as instructed by Pharmacy/Therapeutics Committee.
• Purchases drugs from wholesale drug companies under supervision of the pharmacist.
• Receives drug orders and puts drugs away under supervision of the pharmacist. 
• Reviews charge sheets (medications) on all inpatients, outpatients, ERs, transitional, observation and SSB patients.
• Charging and crediting of patient medications
• Disposes or returns for credit outdated medications and recalls according to protocol under supervision of pharmacist.
• Continuous quality improvement. Assists with reporting departmental quality assurance activities.
• Assists pharmacist with managing and auditing 340B drug purchasing program.
• Assists pharmacist with sterile compounding preparations and cleaning compounding area.
• Aware of department’s hazardous substances, their safe handling and disposal. This occupation may require tasks that involve exposure or potential for exposure to blood, blood-borne pathogens, or other potentially infectious material. This occupation may require potential for exposure to Antineoplastics and other Hazardous Drugs.
• Record MN Prescription monitoring program daily.
• Observes confidentiality of patient information.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned
• This occupation may require tasks that involve exposure or potential for exposure to blood, blood-borne pathogens, or other potentially infectious material. This occupation may require potential exposure to Antineoplastics and other Hazardous Drugs.
• Helps others succeed.
• Other duties as assigned. 

STANDARD REQUIREMENTS

• Supports the Mission, Vision, and Values at Johnson Memorial Health Services
• Is knowledgeable of patient and resident rights and ensures an atmosphere which allows for the privacy, dignity and well-being of all patients and residents in a safe, secure environment.
• Supports, cooperates with, and implements specific procedures and programs for:
  • Safety, including universal precautions and safe work practices, established fire/safety/disaster plans, risk management, and security, report and/or correct unsafe working conditions, equipment repair and maintenance needs.
  • Confidentiality of all data, including patient, employee and operations data.
  • Quality assurance and compliance with all regulatory requirements.
  • Compliance with current law and policy to provide a work environment free from sexual harassment and all illegal and discriminatory behavior.
  • Compliance with current rules and regulations set by the Minnesota State Board of Pharmacy.
• Supports and participates in common teamwork:
  • Cooperates and works together with all co-workers; plan and complete job duties with minimal supervisory direction including appropriate judgment.
  • Uses tactful, appropriate communications in sensitive and emotional situations.
  • Follows up as appropriate with supervisor, co-workers or patients regarding reported complaints, problems and concerns.
  • Promotes positive public relations with patients, family members and guests.
  • Completes requirements for in-service training, acceptable attendance, uniform dress codes including personal hygiene, and other work duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certificate
• Must be 18 years of age
• Certified Technician in the state of Minnesota
• Two years experience in hospital pharmacy setting preferred
• Good communication skills, verbally and in writing
• Extremely dependable
• Ability to use computer applications
• Decision making skills and ability to resolve problems in a timely fashion
• Self-motivated, enthusiastic
• Knowledge of the pharmacy state and federal laws and regulations
• Ability to understand and abide Standard Operation Procedures (SOPs)

Benefits Offered for 48+ hours (.6 FTE)

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending (FSA)
• Health Savings (HSA)
• Supplemental Insurances
• Retirement (401a/457 Plan) 
• Paid Time Off 
• Employee Sick & Safety Leave
• Extended Illness Bank

 The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

JHMS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment. JHMS will ensure that personswith disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Resources Department.