Certified Pharmacy Technician, First Shift, Outpatient Pharmacy

UC Health

Cincinnati, OH

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$20.60–$27.31 Per Hour

SKILLS

Biotech and Pharmaceutical, Cancer, Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT), Chemotherapy, Communication Skills, Computer Systems, Data Collection, Dental Insurance, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Emergency Response, Establish Priorities, Healthcare, Hospital, Housekeeping/Cleaning, IV Admixture, Inventory Management, Medical Records, Medications, Neuroscience, Nutrition, Order Processing, Organizational Skills, Outpatient Care, Patient Care, Pharmacy, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Quality Management, Quality Monitoring, Record Keeping, Reporting Skills, Schedule Development, Telephone Skills, Training/Teaching, Tuition Reimbursement, Vision Plan, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Cincinnati, OH

POSTED

1 day ago

Job Description

Location: UC Medical Center

Department: Outpatient Pharmacy

Hours: Full-Time, 40 Hours/Weekly

Shift: First Shift

UC Health is hiring a full-time Certified Pharmacy Technician in the Outpatient Pharmacy at University of Cincinnati's Medical Center. We are also offering a $2000 sign-on Bonus!

Pharmacy technicians assist pharmacists in preparing and distributing medications, maintaining the drug inventory, and maintaining patient records. Pharmacy technicians work only under the supervision of a registered pharmacist. They do not perform duties that can legally be performed by only a registered pharmacist. In addition to responsibilities for a Tech I, Pharmacy Technician II demonstrates a high level of initiative and motivation along with competency in a specialized area(s) of the department.

About University of Cincinnati Medical Center

As part of the Clifton Campus of UC Health, Greater Cincinnati's academic health system, University of Cincinnati Medical Center has served Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky for nearly 200 years. Each year, hundreds of thousands of patients receive care from our world-renowned clinicians and care team. Our experts utilize the most advanced medical knowledge and technology available, providing a level of specialty and subspecialty medical care that is not available anywhere else in Greater Cincinnati.

Unit Details:

Opportunities for professional development- Technician Advancement Program
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Employee Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability
401K
Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities
Community Discounts

Responsibilities

Procures and distributes medication orders per prescriber request, pharmacist request, or prearranged work assignment according to established policies, procedures, and protocols
Fills physician orders, medication kits, medication carts, and stock requisitions accurately Replenishes medications in emergency drug containers and floor stock areas accurately Prepares intravenous admixtures and other sterile preparations (including chemotherapy and parenteral nutrition) safely and accurately using appropriate techniques Delivers medications and supplies to patient care and ancillary areas accurately per established schedule
Maintains adequate stock of medications and supplies according to established policies and procedures.
Picks up orders, requisitions, and medications for return from patient care areas when on delivery rounds Enters medication orders into pharmacy computer system accurately (if applicable) Enters charges and credits for patient medications accurately Generates reports, pick lists, and labels as required Answers the telephone, identifying self and department; directs calls to appropriate personnel Answers requests at the window/door and makes Stat deliveries to patient care and ancillary areas when requested Organizes and prioritizes work assignments Maintains logs, records, and other required documentation accurately; files documentation in appropriate locations Demonstrates good oral and written communication Keeps pharmacy areas clean, neat, and well-organized; keeps pharmacy equipment clean
Completes and documents all assigned medication storage area inspections at least monthly; identifies and replaces outdated and unusable medications Collects data, conducts quality monitors, and completes documentation as assigned Organizes and maintains responsibility for an identified quality improvement project for the department Presents annual update for project responsibilities
Meets and performs according to hospital and department standards of performance.

Qualifications

Education:Recently certified, licensed or graduated within past 12 months, minimum required. Three to five years equivalent experience, minimum required.
License and Certification: Current pharmacy technician registration and certification that is recognized by the Ohio State Board of Pharmacy is required.

Years of Experience:Three - five years equivalent experience, minimum required.
Required Skills and Knowledge: Ability to perform work accurately with attention to detail within specified time periods; work cooperatively with health-system and pharmacy staff; handle frequent interruptions and adapt to changes in workload and work schedule; set priorities and solve problems; respond quickly to emergency requests; communicate effectively (orally and in writing), and assist in meeting the pharmaceutical care needs of the patient populations served by the organization.

Join our team to BE UC Health. Be Extraordinary. Be Supported. Be Hope. Apply Today!

The expected starting salary range for this position is between $20.60/hr.- $27.31/hr.

The actual pay rate for this position will be dependent on a variety of factors, including an applicant's years of experience, unique skills and abilities, alignment with similar internal candidates, marketplace factors, and other requirements for the position.

About UC Health

UC Health is an integrated academic health system serving Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. In partnership with the University of Cincinnati, UC Health combines clinical expertise and compassion with research and teaching-a combination that provides patients with options for even the most complex situations. Members of UC Health include: UC Medical Center, West Chester Hospital, University of Cincinnati Physicians and UC Health Ambulatory Services (with more than 900 board-certified clinicians and surgeons), Lindner Center of HOPE and several specialized institutes including: UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute and the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center. Many UC Health locations have received national recognition for outstanding quality and patient satisfaction. Learn more at uchealth.com.

At UC Health, we're proud to have the best and brightest teams and clinicians collaborating toward our common purpose: to advance healing and reduce suffering.

As the region's adult academic health system, we strive for innovation and provide world-class care for not only our community, but patients from all over the world. Join our team and you'll be able to develop your skills, grow your career, build relationships with your peers and patients, and help us be a source of hope for our friends and neighbors.

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