Pharmacy Tech Specialist, FT
Company: Prisma Health
Location: Greenville
Posted on: October 20, 2024
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Job Description:
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SummaryUnder the direction of a pharmacist, performs
pharmacy-related functions in compliance with department policies
and procedures, and participates as an active member of the
pharmacy team to provide safe, rational and cost-effective
pharmaceutical care. Accountable for pharmacy services that require
advanced training in pharmacy automation. Assumes responsibility
for ensuring the pharmacy's automated systems are functioning in a
safe and efficient manner. Serves as a mentor for pharmacy
automation. Advocates for safe medication practices and assist with
the development of new procedures.Accountabilities* Maintains
AutoMed/Pyxis Automationa) Completes scheduled preventative
maintenance for AutoMed/Pyxis devicesb) Orders all consumables
(paper, ribbon, canister, etc.)c) Assist with database management
and with updates and changesd) Assist with barcode validatione)
Generate barcodes for any productf) Demonstrates compliance to
policies and procedures. - -20%* Maintains MedCache/Pyxis
Automationa) Troubleshoots MedCache/Pyxis for proper operation.b)
Maintain par levels and inventory and suppliesc) Fill medication
cartsd) Demonstrates compliance to policies and procedures. -10%*
Understands and assist with other automated systems in the
department.a) Troubleshoot for the BMV/Meditech/Atheon TUG.b) Train
staff on the proper use of the BMV/TUG.c) Assist with automated IV
compounding equipment. - 5%* Actively participates in -training
personnel in automation systems. 5%* Accurately interprets and
prepares medication orders.a) Accurately fills physician orders,
automated dispensing devices and stock requisitions.b) Fills
patient medication cossettes.c) Restocks medications in assigned
areas.d) Demonstrates compliance to all regulations and policies
related to controlled substances.e) Delivers medication and
supplies to patient care areas. - 10%* Assist purchasing to
maintain adequate stock of medications and supplies.a) Assists in
unpacking and storing of pharmaceuticals and supplies in
appropriate locations.b) Rotates stock to ensure use before
expiration date,c) Restocks medications in all dispensing areas.d)
Assists with determining optimal inventory placement for improved
efficiency. 15%* Complies with established departmental policies
and procedures, objectives, quality assurance programs, safety, - -
- environmental and infection control standards.a) Utilizes
personal protective equipment and products appropriately.b)
Actively participates in departmental quality assurance and
performance improvement initiatives.c) Prepares all IV's using
aseptic technique.d) Conducts and documents quality assurance
activities required by the department.e) Participates in annual
mandatory education and competency assessment as required by the
department and health care system.f) Receives complaints and
communicates to supervisor.g) Participates in staff meetings,
in-services and training programs. -5%* Sterile compoundinga)
Demonstrates proficiency with aspectic IV techniqueb) Demonstrates
proficiency with Low and Medium Risk compounds sterile productsc)
Demonstrates proper use of IV compounding equipmentd) Demonstrates
proficiency with compounding hazardous drugs. 10%* Demonstrates
competency in Tech-Check-Tech functionsa) Accurately checks
products filled by another technician or pharmacistb) Accurately
prioritizes and stages completed work ready for delivery.10%
-Supervisory/Management ResponsibilitiesThis is a non-management
job that will report to a supervisor, manager, director or
executive.Minimum EducationOther -(explain) - -Graduation from a
Pharmacy Technician training programMinimum Experience3 years-
-Hospital Pharmacy- Acute Care or Retail pharmacy experience to
include a minimum of 6 months experience with pharmacy automation
systems.Required Certifications/Registrations/LicensesSC PHARMACY
REGISTRATION - SCPHPHARMACY TECH CERTIFICATION - CPHTIn lieu of the
Above Minimum RequirementsIn lieu of a pharmacy technician training
program, 1 year acute care hospital pharmacy technician experience
will be accepted, in addition to the 3 years of pharmacy technician
experience. -Other Required ExperienceCompletion of additional
training certifications from Automation Suppliers- PreferredMust be
able to lift 35 pounds- RequiredMust be able to spend the bulk of
their shift walking or standing- RequiredWork ShiftDay (United
States of America)LocationGreenville Memorial Med
CampusFacility1008 Greenville Memorial HospitalDepartment10087300
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