PHARMACY TECHNICIAN INPATIENT

Company: Cleveland Clinic
Location: Vero Beach
Posted on: May 15, 2022

Job Description:

Job Profile Summary: The inpatient pharmacy technician supports pharmacists in providing pharmacy services. - The technician is responsible for packaging, preparation, and distribution of medications, inventory control, customer service and maintaining pharmacy records. -Responsibilities:

• Preparation - Accurate and timely preparation of medications which may include selection, labeling, repackaging, non-sterile compounding, and sterile compounding.
• Distribution - Accurate and timely delivery of medications to the appropriate storage locations.
• Inventory - Maintains accurate and appropriate inventories of medications and supplies. - Accurately and timely completion of assigned inventory audits such as cycle counts and nursing unit inspections.
• Regulatory compliance - Maintains a safe and clean work area by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations. - Documents regulatory requirements such as temperature logs, scheduled activities, and training in an accurate and timely manner.
• Communication and teamwork - Communicates with other caregivers and patients in an effective and positive manner. - Demonstrates emotional control and intelligence in managing work relationships. Attends and actively participates in team huddles and meetings. - Assist with pharmacy caregiver and student training. - Shares responsibility for accomplishment of the team's tasks and goals.
• Technology - Appropriately uses information systems, technology, and automation to complete assigned tasks. - - - -
• Other duties as assigned. -Education:
  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Completion of a formal pharmacy technician training program preferred. -Languages:
    • N/A Certifications:
      • Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) validated through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) website.
      • Licensed in Florida as a registered pharmacy technician. -Complexity of Work:
        • Ability to perform algebraic calculations necessary for the preparation of extemporaneous compounds.
        • Proficient in basic computer skills. -Work Experience:
          • Six month of hospital experience preferred. -Physical Requirements:
            • Typical physical demands include ability to perform the job while standing, walking, reaching, stretching and sitting for prolonged periods; manual dexterity sufficient to perform computer, dispensing, and compounding. -Personal Protective Equipment:
              • Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

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