Pharmacy Technician Iii - Pharmacy - Full Time/Days - Req# 1946422084

Brief Description

Job Objective:

Under the direct supervision of a registered Pharmacist and the pharmacy technician supervisor performs routine and some intermediate level tasks to assist the Pharmacists.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Understands and can implement medication recall process.
• Refrains from using or appearing to use confidential information acquired in the course of work for unethical or illegal advantage either personally or through third parties.
• Refuses any gift, favor or hospitality that would influence or would appear to influence actions.
• Assures adequate inventory is maintained at all times.
• Disclose fully all relevant information that could reasonably be expected to influence an intended users understanding of the reports, comments, and recommendations presented.
• Participates in age specific educational and training programs.
• Maintains an appropriate level of competence by ongoing development of knowledge and skills.
• Assists Pharmacist
• Refrains from disclosing confidential information acquired in the course of work except when authorized, unless legally obligated to do so.
• Assists Pharmacist in preparing labels.
• Maintains professional work habits by organizing workload, setting priorities, completing assignments in a timely manner, utilizing resources appropriately, complying with department program standards and adapts well to change.
• Assists in the creation and publication of training reference materials.
• Performs basic pharmacy procedures for the routine operation of an acute care pharmacy. Such as checking in merchandise, filling physicians orders for pharmacy verification, floor stock, preparing IV's, chemotherapy and TPN's.
• Refrains from engaging in any activity that would prejudice ability to carry out duties ethically.
• Assists Pharmacist in proper labeling of medications, processes medications orders and those returned to Pharmacy.
• Integrity
• Confidentiality
• Performs duties in accordance with relevant laws, regulations and technical standards.
• Coordinate with other team members and assists manager with implementation of new applications.
• Avoids actual or apparent conflicts of interest and advises all appropriate parties of any potential conflict.
• Assists in the operation of all Information and Automated Dispensing Systems: Pyxis Med Stations, Pyxis Connect, electronic EHR and other technology.
• Conduct system demonstrations for visiting groups.
• Assists Pharmacist in preparing required paperwork for controlled substances.
• Clarifies physician orders by obtaining additional information for processing Orders, investigates when necessary, and answers questions regarding pharmacy procedures.
• Demonstrates knowledge regarding special needs and behaviors of age specific groups.
• Assures and credit and billing tasks are completed in a timely and thorough manner.
• Demonstrates proficiency in required age specific competencies.
• Records patient medication histories when assigned and after demonstration of competence, will include direct patient interaction.
• Maintains Competence
• Regularly demonstrates commitment to a set of ethics and values by behaving in an ethical manner that is consistent with stated values. Supports and enforces hospital Corporate Compliance Program.
• Recognizes departures from the normal and discusses with pharmacist.

Non-Essential Duties:

• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge

• Fully understands and can apply all state and federal laws and regulations related to the practice of pharmacy. Pharmacy Law, MERP, Joint Commission.
• Demonstrate knowledge and proficiency regarding special needs and behaviors of age or ethnic specific groups.

Skills

• Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills and demonstrate the ability to collaborate with other health care professionals.

Abilities

• Able to effectively train and educate staff.
• Ability to adhere to AVH Policies and Procedures and demonstrate knowledge and understanding of corporate compliance rules and regulations.
• Ability to adhere to safety rules and regulations and maintain the confidentiality of patient, hospital, and departmental information.

AVH Values: All AVH employees will effectively demonstrate these values:

• Integrity & Honesty – We tell the truth at all times, speak up when something is wrong, and do the right thing when no one is looking.
• Accountability & Ownership – We fully complete tasks, are transparent, effectively communicate, and recognize that what we do reflects on us.
• Tenderness & Compassion – We have genuine empathy, show kindness, and encourage and advocate for each other.
• Initiative & Innovation – Our can-do attitudes, creativity, and resourcefulness empower us to improve the patient’s experience, solve our own problems, make timely decisions, and look for opportunities to add value.
• Patients Come First – We listen actively and communicate with our patients and families, placing safety as a top priority.
• Excellence – We take pride in our work, are goal-oriented, and on a never-ending quest for top tier quality.
• Teamwork – We build trusting relationships, promote a sense of community, and are respectful of everyone. Success is about the whole team.

Education and Experience:

Education

• CPhT preferred.
• Associate of Arts or Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• High School diploma.

Experience

• Minimum 2 years acute care experience at a Pharmacy Tech II OR a minimum of 4 years’ experience in a pharmacy required.

Required Licensure and/or Certifications:

• Current State of California Pharmacy Technician License.

AVH Conduct/Compliance Expectations:

• Ability to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the Compliance & Integrity Program and its established policies.
• Display a willingness to work as a team player.
• Conforms with and supports hospital quality assurance and improvement guidelines.
• Ability to adhere with AVH Recording of Hours Worked Policy.
• Safely and effectively uses all equipment necessary to carry out duties.
• Ability to organize work and establish priorities.
• Ability to adhere with AVH Absenteeism and Tardiness Policy.
• Ability to participate effectively in department and hospital staff education.
• Ability to adhere with AVH Leaves of Absence Policy.
• Ability to adhere with AVH Paid Time Off (PTO) Policy.
• Ability to give and support the highest level of patient/customer satisfaction at all times.
• Ability to interpret and function under hospital and department policies and procedures.
• Ability to expand on own initiative in performance of duties.
• Supports and adheres to the values and mission statement established by the AVH Board of Directors.
• Ability to follow the Code of Conduct
• Skill and ability to follow the telephone etiquette/standards.
• Conforms with required and appropriate Joint Commission requirements.
• Ability to maintain the confidentiality of patient, hospital and department information.
• Ability to adhere to safety rules and regulations.
• Conforms to AVH Standards of Excellence.
• Ability to adhere to the department dress code.
• Ability to adhere to the normal standards of courtesy and conduct as defined under the rules of hospitality at AVH.
• Ability to communicate effectively while maintaining good working relationships with co-workers, managers and other hospital staff.
• Ability to function effectively under pressure and meet time parameters.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Requires ability to stand, sit or walk around department and facility most of the day.
• Some bending, lifting less than 20 lbs and occasional reaching above the shoulder.
• Potential for exposure to dangerous or toxic medications.
• May need PPE if preparing chemotherapy.
• Typing, answering phones and working around automated equipment.
• Works primarily in an office environment.

A detailed description of the physical requirements of this job is maintained in the Employee Health Department.

NOTE: THE ABOVE STATEMENTS ARE INTENDED TO DESCRIBE THE GENERAL NATURE AND LEVEL OF WORK PERFORMED BY PEOPLE ASSIGNED TO THIS JOB. THIS DOCUMENT IS NOT INTENDED TO BE AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF ALL RESPONSIBILITIES, SKILLS, AND WORKING CONDITIONS FOR THE PERSONNEL SO CLASSIFIED.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

Education

• High School diploma.

Experience

• Minimum 2 years acute care experience at a Pharmacy Tech II OR a minimum of 4 years’ experience in a pharmacy required.

Required Licensure and/or Certifications:

• Current State of California Pharmacy Technician License.