Certified Pharmacy Technician - Pharmacy - Mercy Health St. Vincent - PRN
Company: Mercy Health
Location: Toledo
Posted on: January 13, 2021
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Job Description:
Thank you for considering a career at Mercy HealthCertified
Pharmacy TechnologistGENERAL SUMMARY:Under close professional
supervision and following prescribed procedures, prepares doses of
drugs for delivery from the Pharmacy to patient care areas. Assists
with the delivery of these drugs and maintains records related to
the dispensing of drugs and drug charges. Provides patient care to
neonate, pediatric, adult and geriatric patients.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS
AND ABILITIES:High School graduate incorporating successful
completion of algebra, biology, and chemistry.Previous experience
in a retail or hospital pharmacy environment preferred.Ability to
correctly read prescriptions and other pharmaceutical requests, to
understand medical and pharmaceutical terminology related to the
use, form, and strength of medication required.Mathematical ability
needed for compounding or preparing correct doses of medications,
measuring drug components for intravenous or topical
preparations.Knowledge of basic chemistry and physiology reactions
and combinations.Ability to type and operate a computer
terminal.Must have Pharmacy Technician certification from the
Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or other American
Society of Health System Pharmacy (ASHP) approved organization or
obtain within twelve months of employment.WORKING CONDITIONS:Work
involves considerable mental and visual strain and is performed
under pressure of deadlines.Work requires periods of sitting,
walking and standing and may include lifting or heavy pushing of
objects.Works in a pharmacy environment where there is some
exposure to hazardous substances.Key Job Duties,
ResponsibilitiesUnder personal supervision of a Registered
Pharmacist, and in accordance with established procedures, prepares
and labels various forms of oral, topical medication, large and
small volume intravenous admixture solutions and certain parenteral
medications for delivery by courier to the nursing units. Maintains
all required records of preparations.Fills unit-dose exchange carts
with medications for delivery to various hospital nursing units.
Delivers carts daily as scheduled and maintains all required
records.Operates computer terminals to continuously update patient
profile records of the on=-going medication use, to prepare labels,
to print reports and acquire patient/drug information, and to
monitor the status and location of the patient within the
hospital.Maintains and replenishes medication supplies in automated
dispensing machines under the supervision of a Registered
Pharmacist or other authorized licensed individual
practitioner.Prepares and maintains files for storage and retrieval
of patient (active, discharged) medication orders.Answers the
telephone. Responds to telephone inquires at window, appropriately
resolving general service inquires and referring drug information
requests to a pharmacist.Receives all medications returned to the
Pharmacy for credit, placing them into the proper storage area in
the Pharmacy. Maintains all records of accounting and
charging.Provides assistance in various areas of the Pharmacy and
off site, free standing clinic sites as needed to maintain
department systems, procedures as well as quality control and
performance improvement activities.Maintains established inventory
quantities of I.V. solutions and related supplies.Replenishes or
ensures replenishment of stock in dispensing areas when necessary
for immediate service to patients. Records observed stock shortages
to the proper book or tracking database.Replenishes or ensures
replenish replenishment of stock in off site, free standing clinic
site dispensing area(s) and automated dispensing machines when
necessary for immediate and ongoing service to patients. Records
observed stock shortages to the proper book or tracking
database.Participates in continuing education and inservice
programs as required to maintain Pharmacy Technician skills and
certification.Assists in the initial phase of on-the-job training
of Pharmacy Technician trainees, Interns, externs and
students.Demonstrates behaviors consistent with the Mission and
Core Values (Compassion, Excellence, Human Dignity, Justice,
Sacredness of Life, Service) of Mercy Health Partners.Adheres to
the standards and policies of the Corporate Responsibility Program,
including the duty to comply with applicable laws and regulations,
and reporting to designated Manager (or employer hotline) any
suspected unethical, fraudulent, or unlawful acts or
practices.Embraces Standards of Behavior in order to provide and
promote excellent customer service for both internal and external
customers. Holds self and others accountable for behaviors that
promote service excellence.Provides service to all age groups.
Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care
appropriate to the age of the patient served on assigned
unit.Interprets information need to identify each patient's
requirements relative to his/her age-specific need:Neonate
Pediatric Adolescent Adult GeriatricAdheres to all standards and
policies regarding safety/patient safety initiatives.Is responsible
for all other duties as assigned.Mercy Health is an equal
opportunity employer.We'll also reward your hard work with:*
Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans*
Prescription drug coverage* Flexible spending accounts* Life
insurance w/AD&D* An employer-matched 403(b) for those who
qualify.* Paid time off* Educational Assistance* And much
moreScheduled Weekly Hours:0.01Work Shift: All Department: Pharmacy
- St. VincentAll applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, national origin,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic
information, or protected veteran status, and will not be
discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to
view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for
Mercy Health - Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours - Franklin,
Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are
Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email
recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability
and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the
employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition
Team at recruitment@mercy.com
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