Pharmacy Tech I or II in Altus, Oklahoma at Jackson County Memorial Hospital Authority

Job Type: Per-Diem

Shift: Weekend Day & Evening

Job Summary: Under the direct supervision of a pharmacist, the technician performs the following: medication preparation and distribution, IV admixture compounding, drug inventory control, charge entry, and other technical support activities.

Duties and Responsibilities in the Following Areas:

1. Pharmacy Operations

• Utilize pharmaceutical knowledge, judgement, and decision-making skills to assist the pharmacist. Provide appropriate triaging to the proper level of intervention.
• Accurately prepare Employee, Hospice, and Worker’s Compensation medications for dispensing and correctly label prescriptions with pharmacist verification.
• Demonstrate accurate and thorough floor stock replacement to ancillary departments.
• Accurately process debits and credits in pharmacy computer system.
• Interpret patient refill lists. Distribute appropriate medication and correct quantity in patient drawer and removediscontinued or unnecessary medications.
• Exchange medication carts timely and thoroughly.
• Restock medication bins as needed and document replacement stock on electronic want book.
• Follow appropriate policy and procedure for distribution of controlled substances.
• Demonstrate ability to conduct Bedside Medication Verification (BMV) activities as needed including bar-coding, unit dose preparation, and scanning related issues.

2. Compounding Services

• Perform sterile IV admixture compounding utilizing aseptic technique. Competency is documented by satisfactory annual admixture review.
• Prepare hyperalimentation solutions with corresponding calculations. Understand appropriate techniques and procedures.
• Assists chemotherapy pharmacist with hazardous drug compounding upon completion of specific training program (if applicable). Competency is assessed annually.
• Maintain IV clean room according to policy and restock daily with appropriate inventory and supplies.
• Prepare non-sterile compounds utilizing appropriate technique. Competency is assessed annually.

3. Support Services

• Inspect medication floor stock within the pharmacy and ancillary departments for expiration dates and product integrity. Replace medications and/or label products appropriately.
• Assist pharmacist with CDS reconciliation as needed.
• Perform record maintenance and filing.
• Independently utilize unstructured time for clerical responsibilities, cleaning, organizing, and other value-addedactivities.
• Assist in orientation and education of departmental personnel.
• Attend and participate in pharmacy department and technician meetings.

4. Guest Relations

• Observe courtesy standards through pleasant verbal communication, facial expressions and tone of voice when interacting with colleagues and visitors.
• Demonstrate desired telephone skill by answering promptly and politely. Handle all calls with courtesy, accuracy, and respect for confidentiality.
• Verbally support teammates, department, and Jackson County Memorial Hospital.
• Accept responsibility and accountability for own actions. Handle problems between self and peers in a professional manner.
• Document written communication that is neat, legible, accurate, and respectful.

Professional Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Pharmacy Technician permit by Oklahoma Board of Pharmacy required (JCMH will provide training program for permit application).
• Pharmacy math assessment of 80% or greater required.
• Keyboarding skills of 30 wpm required. Hospital or retail pharmacy experience preferred.
• Computer experience required.
• Previous work history which demonstrates steady attendance and punctuality is essential.

Physical Demands:

• Physical requirements are attached. Near visual & hearing acuity required to perform essential duties of position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising client care.

FREQUENTLY USUALLY OCCASIONALLY INFREQUENTLY N/A

(at least 50%) (25 – 49%) (10 – 24%) (10%)

1 Standing/Walking..................................... X

2 Sitting ....................................................... X

3 Twisting.................................................... X

4 Lifting/Carrying......................................... X

5 Pushing/Pulling ........................................ X

6 Climbing (ascending/descending

ladders/stairs) .......................................... X

7 Bending/Stooping..................................... X

8 Using arm muscles frequently or for

extended periods ..................................... X

9 Using leg muscles frequently or for

extended periods ..................................... X

10 Using back muscles frequently or for

extended periods ..................................... X

11 Potential for wound care or invasive

procedures............................................... X

HOW OFTEN ARE THESE WEIGHTS LIFTED OR CARRIED?

FREQUENTLY USUALLY OCCASIONALLY INFREQUENTLY N/A

(at least 50%) (25 – 49%) (10 – 24%) (10%)

2 – 10 Pounds ........................................ X

11 – 20 Pounds ....................................... X

21 – 30 Pounds ....................................... X

31 – 40 Pounds ....................................... X

41 – 50 Pounds ....................................... X

50 Pounds or more.................................. X

DOES THE JOB REQUIRE?

FREQUENTLY USUALLY OCCASIONALLY INFREQUENTLY N/A

(at least 50%) (25 – 49%) (10 – 24%) (10%)

Working in hot, cold or wet surroundings . X

Working outdoors ..................................... X

Working with or near chemicals ............... X

Working near radiation sources ............... X

Working near fumes................................. X

Working with hazardous waste materials. X

Operating vehicles or machinery.............. X

Using hand tools or power tools ............... X

Wearing protective clothing (PPE) and

equipment................................................. X X