Administrative Skills, Biotech and Pharmaceutical, Cleanroom, Communication Skills, Data Entry, Drug Dispensing, Employee Relations, High School Diploma, Hospital, Hospital Systems, IV Admixture, Information Technology & Information Systems, Inventory Levels, Inventory Management, Inventory Reports, Medical Billing, Medications, Nursing, Outpatient Care, Patient Care, Pharmacy, Prescription Filling, Purchasing/Procurement, Pyxis, Record Keeping
To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.
Under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist, Clinical Pharmacist Supervisor, or the Director of Pharmacy, performs a wide variety of technical, clinical, and clerical duties for the hospital-wide unit-dose drug distribution system and intravenous admixture program. Responsible for maintaining confidential reports; entering and retrieving data utilizing the pharmacy information system; preparing intravenous medications including chemotherapeutic preparations, hyperalimentations, and antibiotics; refilling automated dispensing cabinets with unit dose medications; procuring and filling requests for pharmaceutical supplies; delivering medications and supplies to nursing units; and assisting pharmacists with clinical activities to foster professional development.
EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran
Responsibilities:
- 1. Professional and Technical Competence
- 1.1 Communicates well with pharmacy staff on pharmacy issues, and responds appropriately to problem situations.
- 2. Maintains Appropriate Inventory Levels
- 2.1 Orders medications and other supplies from vendors as needed.
- 3. Controlled Substance Inventory and Record Keeping
- 3.1 Verifies daily controlled substance count in Pyxis during refill/restocking activities.
- 4. Supports Existing Hospital Information Systems
- 4.1 Enters and verifies patient charges and credits daily using hospital information system.
- 5. Proficiency in IV Compounding
- 5.1 Complies 100% of time with required clean room attire and cleaning procedures.
- 6. Maintains a professional working relationship with employees in other departments
- 6.1 Keeps staff members informed of patient/clinical issues.
- 7. Educational and Safety Compliance
- 7.1 Attends all required safety and educational programs.
- 8. Professional Development
- 8.1 Under the direct supervision of a pharmacist, participates in clinical activities, interprets original doctor's orders, and fills prescriptions for inpatients and outpatients utilizing the pharmacy information system.
Qualifications:
EDUCATION
High School Diploma required Must be actively enrolled in an accredited college of pharmacy
EXPERIENCE
Experience volunteering/working in a hospital pharmacy is a plus
LICENSURE
Eligible for technician license or limited pharmacist (intern) license