Pharmacy Technician II - FT

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Job Summary

The Pharmacy Technician II assists the Pharmacist and other hospital staff in providing quality care to patients by applying knowledge and training of medication distribution.

Reports to:

Job Specific Responsibilities

Daily assignments may include but are not limited to:

Provide training to new employees and/or pharmacy students as directed by pharmacists or supervisor

Accurately process medication orders and requests, gather and dispense medications, fill prescription orders

Deliver drugs to assigned units

Maintain daily pharmacy logs

Assist in inventory control, answer phones, and other assigned duties by the Pharmacist and/or Pharmacy Supervisor

Prepare IV medications in accordance with USP 797/800 regulations

Ensure IV rooms are cleaned and documented in accordance with USP 797/800

Obtain and enter medication history for patient into electronic format within EHR

Ensure accuracy of medication history for patient

Identify and report to pharmacist any noted inaccuracies, duplicates, or other safety concerns generated from medication history

All other assigned duties related to Pharmacy Compliance

Education and Experience-

High School Diploma or GED

Required Licensures/Certifications/Registrations

Registration as a Certified Pharmacy Technician with the State of Texas Board of Pharmacy

Certificate of completion of a nationally recognized IV Certification Program

OR

Certificate of completion of UMCHS Pharmacy Medication Reconciliation Program (if hired specifically for pharmacy med rec position, Must complete certificate within 90 days of hire into the role)

Skills and Abilities-

Demonstrated combination of training and experience that requires concentration, accuracy, and discipline

Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing

Basic knowledge of medical terminology

Interaction with Other Departments and Other Relationships

Daily interaction with other staff within the Pharmacy department. Works closely with clinics, nursing units, EMS, and other hospital staff as required

Physical Capabilities

Work is of light demand; involves lots of walking on the health center campus. Must possess near visual acuity to read documents and computer records. Ability to lift up to 10pounds.

Environmental/Working Conditions

This position is subject to inside environmental changes that may include constant change in temperatures. Hours of duty may be irregular to accommodate departmental requirements.

UMC Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Request for accommodations in the hire process should be directed to UMC Human Resources.