Inpatient Pharmacy Technician III

Organization:

CPMC-California Pacific Med Center Van Ness

Position Overview:

Performs pharmaceutical procedures for medication preparation and distribution that ensures safe, effective, and cost-efficient medication therapy. Performs one or more of the following advanced level technician work: final medication checks under California Board of Pharmacy (CA BOP) approved technician-check-technician program; second-level controlled substance management functions including statistical analysis of controlled substance utilization; medication utilization data capture; complex, high-cost, or hazardous sterile compounding; knowledge of federal 340B program requirements with ability to optimize procurement strategies while meeting regulatory requirements, performs patient medication history interviews and EHR documentation. Exercises sound judgment and has developed clinical skills to provide pharmaceutical support to the patient's plan of care based on the diagnosis. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to ensure privacy and safety. Able to serve as primary trainer and competency administrator for all tasks.

Job Description:

EDUCATION:

Other: Graduate from an accredited Pharmacy Technician program

Advanced training in one of the core inpatient pharmacy technician accountabilities (e.g., Apexus Core Curriculum of the 340B University OnDemand, ASHP Sterile Compounding Certification, Sutter Health Hazardous Drug Compounding Course, Sutter Health Admission History Competency for Pharmacy Personnel, or other)

CERIFICATION & LICENSURE:

PHRMTECHR-Registered Pharmacy Technician

OR PHARMC-Certified Pharmacy Technician

OR PHARMT-Pharmacy Technician

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

4  years recent relevant experience

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of medical terminology, generic and trade pharmaceutical names, pharmaceutical calculations and laws and regulations.

• Knowledge and understanding of different Pharmacy practice settings, including narcotic delivery and procedures.

• Knowledge and ability to identify and employ pharmaceutical and medical terms, abbreviations and symbols commonly used in prescribing, dispensing, and record keeping of medications.

• Requires a basic working knowledge of legal requirements and accreditation standards including National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP), The Joint Commission (TJC), Title XXII, United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and United States Pharmacopeia (USP).

• Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.

• Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.

• General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook), related pharmaceutical technology, EHR, and EPIC.

• Carry out calculations and execute basic math skills needed for common dosage determination.

• Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.

• Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.

• Ensure the privacy of each patient’s PHI.

• Identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.

• Build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

• Ability to perform basic pharmacy buyer duties.

Job Shift:

Day/Evening

Schedule:

Full Time

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Variable

Weekend Requirements:

Rotating Weekends

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

40

Employee Status:

Regular

Number of Openings:

0

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $0.00 to $0.00 / hour

Qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment. Applicants for specific positions are still required to disclose certain convictions during the application process, and those convictions may also be considered in determining eligibility for employment in accordance with applicable law.

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