Pharmacy Technician (Employee Pharmacy)

Pharmacy Technician (Employee Pharmacy) FT 7:00am-4:00pm, 09:30am-6:00pm; 11:00am-07:30pm

3K Sign-on Bonus

Position Objective:

Under the direct supervision of a Maryland-licensed pharmacist and in coordination with other technicians, the Pharmacy Technician performs various support activities and duties within the Pharmacy Department by assisting in the timely preparation, packaging, distribution and delivery of medications. Delegated pharmacist tasks are performed in accordance with standard procedures, guidelines and State and Federal Regulations.

Essential Job Duties:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. The major job responsibilities of this position are: drug distribution, medication preparation and compounding, customer service and quality assurance/improvement in accordance with established Departmental procedures; accurately and efficiently with minimal intervention.
2. Obtains and maintains appropriate knowledge and understanding of the AAMC Department of Pharmacy processes, policies and procedures as outlined during initial training and ongoing competency assessments including: Functions within the computerized patient profile system to review orders;  Fills medication labels and packages medications in a timely fashion for final check by a pharmacist.
3. Assures delivery via designated hospital system (i.e. hand-delivery, pneumatic tube) to appropriate location; Follows all procedures for utilizing Secure send function of the Pneumatic Tube System, as appropriate.
4. Uses appropriate pharmaceutical-medical terms, abbreviations, and symbols common to pharmacy practice.
5. Answers phone calls courteously and follows up appropriately.
6. Carries out the calculations required for the usual dosage determinations and solutions
7. Performs the essential functions relating to inventory management; communicating medication needs and/or changes in utilization patterns.
8. Maintains confidentiality of patient information.
9. Participates in the orientation and training of pharmacy staff, as necessary. Provides clear and accurate instructions, demonstrates the required scope of activities, and reviews the new employees/or trainees work for accuracy, following all department guidelines. Acts as a resource for all new employees; helps co-workers. Interacts effectively with colleagues and other members of the health care team in a professional manner.
10. Identifies and/or involved with opportunities for improvement or key Departmental initiatives (i.e. innovative ideas, expense reduction, projects, task or project lead).

Educational/Experience Requirements:

The minimum level of education and experience for this position includes:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Pharmacy experience in hospital or retail setting preferred.
• Previous experience with bedside dispensing preferred

Required License/Certifications:

• Current registration as a Pharmacy Technician from the Maryland Board of Pharmacy or Pharmacy Student Registration from the Maryland Board of Pharmacy; in good standing.
• National Pharmacy Technician Board Certification (PTCB) required within 12 months of hire date.

Working Conditions, Equipment, Physical Demands:

There is a reasonable expectation that employees in this position will not be exposed to blood-borne pathogens.

Physical Demands – Medium

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The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.

Luminis Health Benefits Overview:
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan (with employer match for employees who work more than 1000 hours in a calendar year)
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance Benefits
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Paid Holidays, Disability, and Life/AD&D for full-time employees
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Programs and more
*Benefit offerings based on employment status