Pharmacy Technician

Position Summary: Under the technical direction of a registered Pharmacist, performs a variety of clerical functions and duties relating to the distribution of medications and other functions of Pharmacy Services.

Position Performance Area/Expectations:

Medication Preparation for Distribution

• Completely and accurately fills all orders within the requested time frame.
• Accurately and completely prepares unit dose tablets, capsules, and oral liquids.
• Accurately and completely prepares intravenous admixtures, including chemotherapy and hyperalimentation, abiding to aseptic technique.
• Properly maintains IV cleanroom per policies and procedures.
• Ensures Pharmacist checks each order before distribution.
• Has authority to transport medication(s) throughout organization including off campus locations

Automated Dispensing Units

• Maintains adequate stock levels in order to prevent shortages; does not overstock.
• Completely and accurately refills the units within the assigned time frame.
• Follows through when discrepancies are discovered, according to policies and procedures.

Labeling and Documentation

• Labels all medications according to pharmacy policy and procedures.
• Affixes cautionary statements and explanation labels as needed.
• Maintains complete and accurate logs/ records.

Inventory and Supplies

• Checks expiration dates on all dated supplies.
• Rotates stock and disposes of outdated supplies according to pharmacy guidelines.
• Reorders medication and supplies to prevent shortages; does not overstock.

Equipment

• Operates all equipment according to manufacturers’ specifications and policy.
• Notifies Manager of needed repairs to prevent any further equipment damage.

Support Functions

• Reviews Automated Dispensing Cabinet Profile Override Report and obtains active physician orders.
• Reviews Automated Dispensing Cabinet Discrepancy Reports for accuracy, capturing lost charges.
• Reviews patient charges and makes adjustments promptly and accurately.
• Prepares controlled substance records according to regulations and policy.
• Maintains departmental records and files in an orderly manner; quickly retrieves files upon request.
• Answers phone inquiries promptly and courteously.

Position Requirements:

• High School Diploma
• Illinois license for Pharmacy Technician
• Keyboarding experience.
• Numerical aptitude.
• Pharmacy Certification is required
• Ability to speak and write English fluently.

This is a full-time, rotating shifts, every other weekend position.