Pharmacy Technician 2

Description

Summary :

The Pharmacy Technician 2 will assist pharmacists in the formulation, preparation, dispensing, delivery and storage of medications and pharmaceutical supplies.  The pharmacy technician will ensure that products and services are provided in timely, safe and cost effective manner according to department policies, procedures, and practice standards.  A Pharmacy Technician 2 will have additional responsibilities related to high risk IV admixture, inventory management and cost saving initiatives.

Responsibilities : General

1. Maintains and complies with all state, federal and regulatory requirements for pharmacy and medication management.  Performs monthly quality assurance activities.  Adheres to all network wide policies and procedures including those related to attendance, customer service, Health Stream education modules, & cost containment.  Participates in daily huddles and staff meetings.  Responsible for the oversight and work flow of 2 areas of responsibility (to be assigned by manager).  Recommends process improvement plans annually.

Central Dispensing

2. Adheres to medication distribution process workflow.  Operates pharmacy dispensing technology and able to troubleshoot problem / failures and operates pharmacy systems as appropriate.  Assists pharmacist in the gathering and preparing medications (per provider orders) will adhering to policies related to unit dose packaging, regulations and proper record keeping.  Prepares extemporaneous compounds following established USP 795 standards and practices.

IV Admixture / USP 797 Compliance

3. Completes routine USP 797 competencies.  Adheres to department standards regarding daily workflow. Prepares all  IV admixtures following 797 policies and procedures.  Performs USP 797 required Monthly Clean (per dept SOP).

Hazardous Drug Handling - USP 800

4. Identifies medications considered "hazardous" by the National Institute of Occupational Safety and WCHN Policy. Complies with USP 800 when handling hazardous medications.  Completes annual didactic test on USP 800 proper practice and procedures.  Performs hazardous medication preparation in compliance with USP 800 standards, including chemo and cross covering in cancer center.  Responds and resolves proper USP 800 procedure when dealing with a chemical spill.

Automated Dispensing Cabinet / Vault

5. Operates ADC information system and follows department SOP regard daily workflow for vault technician. Accurately fills and maintains automated dispensing machines and controlled substance orders following departmental and statutory requirements.  Performs required audits, proper record keeping of controlled substance dispensing and waste - assess audits being completed on regular basis.  Assists / resolves all ADC discrepancy reports hospital wide.  Maintains ADC drug inventory levels both in and outside of the department.  Assists in preparation for state and federal inspection.

Inventory Management

6. Identifies medication ordering needs proactively.  Communicates restock needs to correct staff and maintains appropriate par levels.  Places orders related to pharmacy supplies (stockroom vs drugs).  Receives and restocks new inventory.  Accurately receives controlled substances into pharmacy vault (with witness).  Identifies and navigates potential drug shortages.

7. Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position.

8. Performs other duties as assigned.

Identifies and navigates potential drug shortages.

7. Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position.

8. Performs other duties as assigned.

Education : HS GRAD / EQUIVALENT

Other Information :

Requires a minimum formal education of High School Diploma and minimum of three years job-related experience.

License : Registered Pharmacy Technician with Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection within 30 days.

Criteria Desired : Prior pharmacy technician experience, PTCB license.

Working Conditions :

Manual : Some manual skills / motor coord & finger dexterity

Occupational : Some occupational risk

Physical Effort : Medium to Heavy effort. May exert up to 35 lbs. force

Physical Environment : Generally pleasant working conditions

Credentials : PHARM TECH

Company : Danbury Hospital

Org Unit : 134

Department : Pharmacy

Exempt : No

Salary Range : $18.13 - $34.50 Hourly