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Pharmacy Tech

Rush Copley Medical Center
Aurora, Illinois, United States, 60502
Full-time

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  • Rotates stock and disposes of outdated supplies according to pharmacy guidelines.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.

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24 days ago
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