Pharmacy Tech II (PRN)

Pharmacy Tech II (PRN)

Albany, GA

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• Job Number: 34809

• Location: Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital

• Address:

417 W 3rd Ave

Albany,

GA

• Postal Code: 31701

• Shift: Variable (United States of America)

• Job Type: PRN/Per Diem

Pharmacy Tech II (PRN)

Location: Albany, GA Job ID: 34809

Job Summary

To assist the pharmacist in the daily functions of the pharmacy department.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required
• Vocational / Technical Degree in Pharmacy Technology or related field preferred

Work Experience

• 1 or more years of hospital-based pharmacy experience (Required)
• Competency in at least one of the following areas of specialty may be required depending on job assignment and department:
• NICU
• OR
• Narcotic Room
• IV Room
• Purchasing
• Pharmacy Informatics
• Technology

Licenses and Certifications

• Technician Registration with the Georgia State Board of Pharmacy within 90 days (Required)
• Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPHT) within 90 days (Required)

Essential Functions

PHARMACY ASSISTANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for assisting pharmacists in receiving, processing, and dispensing of all physicians'' orders for medications, IV solutions, and outpatient prescriptions.
• Transports drugs and supplies to and from the pharmacy area to ensure delivery of quality care according to established protocols and transport times.
• Completed training in aseptic technique and performs duties and responsibilities of an IV technician.
• Responsible for answering phones, window, and doors, also loading and unloading the pneumatic tube system.
• Assist in pulling out dates from main pharmacy and automated dispensing cabinets.
• Assist in stock replenishment and maintaining inventory.
• Works with pharmacists in performing monthly nursing station audits.

AREA SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES - PHARMACY

• Demonstrates expertise in one of the following areas at least 80% of their work hours:

• IV Lead Technician

• Narcotic Room

• Informatics and Technology

• OR Pharmacy Satellite

• NICU Pharmacy Satellite

• Purchasing of Pharmaceuticals

• Hematology / Oncology

• Out Patient Pharmacy

TECHNOLOGY AND EQUIPMENT USE

• Demonstrates technical skill in using equipment appropriate for role.
• Understands equipment operation.
• Maintains equipment in working order. Troubleshoots equipment problems.
• Uses technology to increase productivity. Adapts to new technology.

Additional Duties

• Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines.
• Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission, and vision of the organization.
• Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures.
• Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self-education, attends ongoing educational programs).
• Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time.
• Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs.
• For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age-specific customer service skills.
• Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.

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