Home Infusion IV Pharmacy Technician 3 - Relief

Ohsu-Psu; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Part time

Job summary

OHSU seeks a Pharmacy Technician to provide support for home infusion and hospital pharmacy operations. Responsibilities include sterile compounding, packaging for patient deliveries, and coordinating with pharmacists on patient care.

This relief role requires attention to aseptic technique and accurate medication handling. Qualifications include an active Oregon Pharmacy Technician license, 2 years of pharmacy experience or equivalent education, and PTCB/NHA certification.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Active Oregon Pharmacy Technician license required.
• 2 years of pharmacy work experience or equivalent education.
• Certification from PTCB or NHA required and maintained.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, mix and compound sterile medications following aseptic guidelines.
• Maintain cleanliness and sterility of USP ISO 5/7/8 areas through regular cleaning.
• Prepare and package medications for patient deliveries.
• Organize and restock work areas and remove expired medication.
• Coordinate patient care by handling telephone, filing, and updating medication profiles.
• Perform other technician duties as assigned.

Skills

Medical terminology

Pharmaceutical calculations

Needle/syringe handling

Aseptic technique

Fluid transfer systems

Prioritization

Interpersonal communication

Work under supervision

Education

High school diploma

Oregon Pharmacy Technician license

PTCB or NHA certification

2 years pharmacy experience or equivalent education

Job description

Department Overview

This position provides technical support to pharmacists through preparation of intravenous admixtures, unit

doses, inventory management, and preparation of Home Infusion deliveries. Home infusion technicians

working this shift are responsible for ensuring accountability and accuracy of standard operations procedures

in home infusion pharmacy. Position works under direct supervision of a Pharmacist who is responsible for

the safe and proper distribution of medication to home infusion patients.

Relief employees must be available to work at least four (4) days per pay period as determined according to the department needs

Function/Duties of Position

• Prepare, mix and compound sterile medications, including chemotherapy, following aseptic procedure guidelines.

• Maintain cleanliness and sterility of USP ISO 5, 7, and 8 areas through daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning

• Prepare and package medication and supplies for patient deliveries.

• Organize and restock work areas during and prior to end of shift, and remove expired medication

• Coordinate patient care by answering telephone, filing, medication profile update and maintenance.

• Perform other technician duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma,

• Active State of Oregon Pharmacy Technician License AND

• 2 years of pharmacy work experience, or equivalent additional education;AND

• Certification from the national Pharmacy Technician Certification Board or National Healthcareer Association. Certification must be maintained.

Job Related Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Competencies):

• Ability to read and understand medical-related terms.
• Ability to perform basic pharmaceutical mathematics calculations.
• Skill at manipulating small objects, e.g., needles, syringes, ampules.
• Ability to use mechanical system for transfer of fluids.
• Knowledge of and skill at application of aseptic technique.
• Ability to establish priorities in workflow.
• Good interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work under supervision of diverse Pharmacists.

Preferred Qualifications

• Formal pharmacy technician training program
• Inpatient and outpatient hospital pharmacy experience
• Medical and scientific nomenclature

Additional Details

Possible exposure to hazardous chemicals and noise. Flexibility in scheduling of shift times. Accountability for accuracy associated with performance of the duties to this position.

Why apply to OHSU?

We are Oregon's only public academic health center. In addition to caring for patients, we lead groundbreaking research. We also train the next generation of health care professionals. As Portland's largest employer, we give you opportunities to learn and advance in a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and Southwest Washington.All are welcome. OHSU welcomes people of all ages, ethnicities, genders, national origins, religions and sexual orientations. We are striving to build an anti-racist, multicultural institution and encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply. To request reasonable accommodation, contact [e-mail]