Title: Production Technician

Hourly/Salary: Hourly, non-exempt

Shift: 10 hour shifts, 10p-830am; Shift premiums, 7 days on and 7 days off, or a 3/4 and 4/3 rotation

Shift differential and production based incentives

MedWiz is the premier pharmacy partner for long-term-care communities that share our commitment and priority to patient-care first. We have transformed the conventional medication management process by being high-touch and patient -focused. At MedWiz we work tirelessly to streamline the often-disjointed communication process between the integral stakeholders in the medication ordering and administration life-cycle. We accomplish this by simplifying processes, educating and communicating frequently. Our comprehensive technology solutions and breadth of pharmaceutical products and services – allow us to be nimble and creative in offering the right service everyone of our unique customer needs. MedWiz understands its customers’ needs and has the industry’s highest standards – with strict adherence to federal and state regulations.

SUMMARY

Reporting to the Production Manager, the Overnight Pharmacy Technician plays a vital role in the accurate and efficient packaging and distribution of medications to patients. This multifaceted role encompasses three key responsibilities: Filling Technician, Dosis Operator, and Toter.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Predictable, reliable, and punctual attendance is an essential function of the job role. The essential role of the overnight pharmacy technician is to prepare and setup the following day’s pharmacy production for success.

Filling Technician:

· Print medication labels accurately and ensure they correspond with the prescriptions.

· Pull all medications that are available to print to prepare for the next day’s production.

· Hand-pack medications following established protocols and safety guidelines.

· Submit packed medications to pharmacists for verification and quality assurance.

· Maintain organized workstations and restock supplies for the upcoming shifts.

· Achieve production targets by efficiently packing blister cards, aiming to pack 35 blister

cards per hour, totaling up to 250 per day.

· Assist the RPH in the preparation of IV medications as needed by the RPH.

Dosis Operator:

· Monitor the Dosis queue to ensure adequate stock is available and all orders in the queue are cleared to run.

· Using the Dosis system and visual cues identify and replenish all cannisters that appear “Red” within the Dosis system.

· Monitor the Dosis system to ensure the Dosis towers continue to run throughout the night. Inclusive of replenishing needed cannisters and troubleshooting issues that present themselves throughout the night (i.e. cannisters at attention, or other mechanical issues.)

· Replenish and maintain Dosis supplies including lids, blisters, and labels.

· Properly manage Dosis discrepancies and returns. Inclusive of reusing cards to fill orders in queue and returning pills from discrepancy cards to their designated cannisters.

· Sort all cards that are accurately filled by Dosis towers and bring to the RPH final review station.

Toter:

· Verify the accuracy of medications before packaging for delivery.

· Scan each medication item to ensure proper tracking within the system.

· Place verified medications into appropriate facility receptacles according to delivery schedules.

· Re-scan medications after placement to verify their correct location.

· Safely and securely bag medications for delivery, maintaining the integrity of the packaging and preventing damage.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:?

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

The regular work schedule for this position is approximately 40 hours per week (Monday-Friday) and may require weekends and/or holidays/additional hours and/or overtime as necessary.

10 hour shifts, 10p-830am

Shift premiums, possibility of 7 days on and 7 days off, or a 3/4 and 4/3 rotation

Must regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include: Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception, Ability to adjust focus and Ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, bend, and walk.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education & Experience: High School Diploma or GED; State license to handle medication, Pharmacy Technician Certification; or 1-3 years of pharmacy experience; or an equivalent mix of education and experience. CPHT certification preferred.

Computer Skills: Intermediate proficiency with Pharmacy and medication distribution software. Experience with long term care pharmacy software preferred.

Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as medication documentation, business correspondence and procedure manuals; ability to write routine reports and business correspondence; ability to speak effectively, both in person and by telephone, to customers or employees of the organization.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals; ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs; ability to understand and interpret statistical reports, data charts and graphs.

Attendance: Regular and punctual attendance is critical to the success of this role. Failure to maintain consistent attendance may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination, as outlined in company policy