Pharmacy Technician Lead

Description

PeaceHealth is seeking a Pharmacy Technician Lead for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Variable position.

The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $28.02 – $42.04. Shift Information : 0700-1730, 10hr shifts, Must work 1-2 weekend days per month and rotate holiday shifts.

The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.

Job Summary

Under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist, this position is responsible for performing supportive clerical and technical tasks to assist the pharmacist in providing pharmaceutical care. Accuracy, reliability and excellent customer service skills are the cornerstone of the pharmacy technician expectations. Responsible for coordinating the day-to-day functions for assigned area. Assists with ensuring that departmental goals are achieved, timelines met and service excellence provided in all aspects of work. Subject matter expert.

Details of the Position :

• Assigns work; plans and manages priorities, provides technical assistance, oversees staff schedules, monitors quality of work, monitors team projects, mentors staff, provides constructive feedback, oversees staff training, ensures quality improvement, provides leadership feedback on staff performance, and assists with goal setting for the team.
• Enter inpatient orders / prescriptions into the computer and prepare labels for medications to be checked by the pharmacist.
• Answer telephones when appropriate and within legal guidelines and direct calls to appropriate personnel.
• Inspects medications for outdates in patient care area Pyxis stations on a quarterly basis.
• Prepares IVs, PCAs, Epidurals and labels all IV products. Prepares chemotherapeutic intravenous medications as requested.
• Packages drugs into unit dose packaging and maintains packaging records.
• Reconstitutes medication by adding a specific quantity of distilled water requiring no calculation.
• Run fill lists and prepares medications for Cubies or Pyxis stations.
• Delivers medications and IVs to patient care areas. Delivers controlled substances to patient care areas, takes controlled substance physical inventories and reconciles controlled substance inventory counts.
• Data enters patient charges and credits.
• Check in the order, processes invoices, credits and backorders. Restocks medication on the shelves as needed and, if needed, purchases medication from suppliers.
• Maintain assigned work areas and equipment in clean and orderly condition.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What you bring :

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For additional information or questions, please email Jen Worthington at  Jworthington@peacehealth.org  or call 360-448-0542.

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers : physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical / dental / vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility .

For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer / Vets / Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.