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Beacon Health System · 2 months ago

Certified Pharmacy Technician

South Bend, IN

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

Beacon Health System is committed to delivering outstanding care, inspiring health, and connecting with heart. They are seeking a Certified Pharmacy Technician to prepare and dispense pharmaceuticals under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist, ensuring the delivery of products and maintaining pharmacy inventory.

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Responsibilities

Compounds sterile products and prepares unit-of-use pharmaceuticals for dispensing and ensures delivery of products and pharmaceutical supplies to patient care areas

Maintains pharmacy working inventory

Prepares intravenous admixtures and other sterile preparations safely and accurately by: Calculating necessary quantities of each component

Selecting correct components from stock shelves

Following policies and procedures regarding pharmaceutical compounding of sterile preparations, including using appropriate aseptic technique

Prepares Pharmaceuticals For Dispensing To Patients By: Packaging bulk products into unit-of-use packaging

Compounding products by combining several ingredients after review of calculations and measures by a licensed pharmacist

Selecting from stock areas, medications for individual patients based on computer-generated information

Selecting from stock areas, medications for newly received patient and refill prescriptions based on computer-generated labels and/or reports and verbal and written instruction

Selecting and verifying accuracy of medications to be replaced in unit-based automated dispensing cabinets

Generating reports, pick lists and labels as required

Maintains Working Inventory Within Established Department Guidelines By: Reviewing stock levels and recording for order

Removing stock from storage areas and replenishing active use areas

Replenishing contents of various kits, trays, carts, etc., maintained for specialty areas

Routinely checking storage areas for outdated product, removing from stock and placing in designated areas according to departmental policies

Processes Patient Charges And Credits By: Validating and charging Fill and Update Lists using the departmental computer

Entering charges and credits into the department computer from various sources such as documents, discontinued medications, and/or medications collected following patient discharge

Assures Delivery Of Pharmaceuticals To Patient Care Areas By: Carrying prepared pharmaceuticals to all patient care areas and placing them in prescribed locations, including replenishing unit-based automated dispensing cabinets

Assists Pharmacist In Provision Of Pharmaceutical Care By: Reviewing and collecting data used by pharmacists in pharmaceutical care

Collecting and entering data into the pharmacy information system as directed

Answering telephone calls and greeting staff and responding appropriately if qualified or authorized to do so

Performs other functions to maintain personal competence and contribute to the overall effectiveness of the department by: Performing other job-related duties and projects as assigned

Performing inspections of assigned patient care areas using printed guidelines

Collecting data, conducting quality monitors and completing documentation as assigned

Maintaining logs, records and other required documentation accurately, filing documents in appropriate locations

Associate complies with the following organizational requirements: Attends and participates in department meetings and is accountable for all information shared

Completes mandatory education, annual competencies and department specific education within established timeframes

Completes annual employee health requirements within established timeframes

Maintains license/certification, registration in good standing throughout fiscal year

Direct patient care providers are required to maintain current BCLS (CPR) and other certifications as required by position/department

Consistently utilizes appropriate universal precautions, protective equipment, and ergonomic techniques to protect patient and self

Adheres to regulatory agency requirements, survey process and compliance

Complies with established organization and department policies

Available to work overtime in addition to working additional or other shifts and schedules when required

Qualification

Certified Pharmacy TechnicianAseptic techniquePharmacy information systemMathematical skillsEffective communicationInterpersonal skills

Required

High school diploma (or equivalent)

Successful completion of a pharmacy technician training program approved by the State of Indiana

Current certification through the State of Indiana

Recognition as a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) must be acquired within one year of licensure with the State of Indiana

Active licensure through the State of Indiana and Certification of Pharmacy Technicians (ICPT) must be maintained throughout employment

Demonstrates effective communication skills necessary to follow verbal and written instructions, including the ability to understand technical and pharmaceutical terminology

Demonstrates mathematical skills necessary to accurately compute fractions, ratios, percentages and totals

Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills necessary to consistently interact with patients, families, visitors and staff in a courteous manner; and to maintain positive working relationships

Requires knowledge of and skill in aseptic technique and physical dexterity to manipulate vitals, ampules, needles, syringes, and other intravenous products

Requires physical ability and stamina (to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and to remain standing or walking for prolonged periods of time) to perform the essential functions of the position

Preferred

A minimum of one year experience working as a pharmacy technician

Company

Beacon Health System

Beacon Health System is a Hospital & Health Care centre providing health care facilities

Founded in 2012

South Bend, Indiana, USA

5001-10000 employees

http://beaconhealthsystem.org/

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