Location : Hollywood, Florida
Hollywood, Florida
At Memorial Healthcare System (MHS), our ever-growing pharmacy career options present unlimited opportunities to individuals passionate about advancing pharmacy practice.
As a nationally recognized and respected leader for providing A-rated patient care and safety, MHS prides itself on being able to grow and adapt to the rapidly evolving needs of our community and healthcare industry.
Summary :
The registered and certified pharmacy technician III works under the direct supervision of licensed pharmacists to provide distributive pharmacy services and support to the pharmacy department.
Additionally, provides a high level of assistance in distribution, dispensing, and compounding of sterile and non-sterile medications, and related supplies in compliance with accreditation, legal, regulatory, and safety requirements.
Responsibilities :
Trains, leads and serves as a resource to other technicians to help manage daily operational workflow.
Assists with development, organization, and implementation of process improvement, continuous quality and safety initiatives and outcomes.
Demonstrates proficiency in one or more specialty areas as required to meet the demands of the department (e.g. neonates, oncology, purchasing, automation, auditing , reimbursement, total parenteral nutrition, inventory management).
Independently executes and completes pharmacy projects or reports under the direction of pharmacy leadership.
Competent and skilled to perform all duties of Technician I and Technician II.
Able to perform all activities in the pharmacy technician scope of practice.
Competencies :
ACCOUNTABILITY, ANALYSIS AND DECISION MAKING - PHAP, CUSTOMER SERVICE, MEDICATION SAFETY - TECH, PATIENT AND FAMILY CENTERED CARE, PHARMACY AUTOMATION SYSTEMS AND EQUIPMENT - ADC, PREPARING SPECIALTY SOLUTIONS, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR
Education and Certification Requirements :
High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)Advanced Certified Pharmacy Technician (ACPHT) - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB), Certified Pharmacy Technician Exam (EXCPT) - National Healthcareer Association (NHA), Registered Pharmacy Technician (RPT LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL)
Additional Job Information :
Complexity of Work : The role requires advanced technological, analytical, and critical thinking skills, including effective communication skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to lead and work well with others in a team with minimal supervision.
The incumbent must demonstrate the ability to respond positively in a stressful environment and meet the physical demands of the department.
Required Work Experience : Two (2) years of experience as a Pharmacy TechnicianAdvanced computer skills preferred Other Information : Reference : Job Functions of a Technician I : -Maintains and supports medication distribution systems and distribution channels, including automated dispensing cabinets, unit dose systems, code carts, trays and kits.
- Prepares, fills, receives, delivers, stocks and restocks medication inventory and supplies for the pharmacy department and drug storage areas.
- Assists with customer service and patient needs, including answering telephones, managing work queues and completing medication histories.
- Prepares non-sterile compounded medications, including hazardous preparations.-Performs prescription data entry in pharmacy system when applicable.
- Process medication charges / credits when applicable.-Responsible for orienting and training new pharmacy technicians or students.
- Completes other responsibilities as assigned in support of pharmacy operations.Reference : Job Functions of a Technician II : -Competent and skilled to perform all duties of Technician I.
- Performs sterile compounding, including limited hazardous medications in accordance with regulatory requirements.-Assists with process improvement and continuous quality and safety monitoring initiatives.
- Assists with procurement of medications and supplies through various ordering platforms.-This list may not be all inclusive and subject to change
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements :
- Bending and Stooping 80%
- Climbing 40%
- Keyboard Entry 80%
- Kneeling 40%
- Lifting / Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater 0%
- Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient 100%
- Lifting or Carrying 2501 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient 80%
- Lifting or Carrying >
75 lbs Non-Patient 60%
- Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient 100%
- Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient 80%
- Pushing or Pulling >
75 lbs Non-Patient 60%
- Reaching 80%
- Repetitive Movement Foot / Leg 0%
- Repetitive Movement Hand / Arm 80%
- Running 60%
- Sitting 80%
- Squatting 0%
- Standing 80%
- Walking 80%
- Audible Speech 80%
- Hearing Acuity 80%
- Smelling Acuity 60%
- Taste Discrimination 0%
- Depth Perception 80%
- Distinguish Color 80%
- Seeing - Far 80%
- Seeing - Near 80%
- Bio hazardous Waste 40%
- Biological Hazards - Respiratory 40%
- Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion 40%
- Blood and / or Bodily Fluids 60%
- Communicable Diseases and / or Pathogens 40%
- Asbestos 40%
- Cytotoxic Chemicals 80%
- Dust 80%
- Gas / Vapors / Fumes 60%
- Hazardous Chemicals 80%
- Hazardous Medication 80%
- Latex 100%
- Computer Monitor 80%
- Domestic Animals 40%
- Extreme Heat / Cold 0%
- Fire Risk 40%
- Hazardous Noise 60%
- Heating Devices 0%
- Hypoxia 0%
- Laser / High Intensity Lights 60%
- Magnetic Fields 0%
- Moving Mechanical Parts 80%
- Needles / Sharp Objects 80%
- Potential Electric Shock 40%
- Potential for Physical Assault 0%
- Radiation 0%
- Sudden Decompression During Flights 0%
- Unprotected Heights 0%
- Wet or Slippery Surfaces 60%
Shift : Evenings
Evenings
Disclaimer : This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job.
It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.
Wages shown on independent job boards reflect market averages, not specific to any employer. We encourage candidates to talk to their Memorial Healthcare System recruiter to discuss actual pay rates, during the hiring process.
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