Inpatient Pharmacy Technician – IV Compounding & Delivery

University of Washington; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Harborview Medical Center is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to join the Inpatient Pharmacy team. You will assist the Pharmacist with preparation and packaging of medications and deliver to nursing units under supervision.

This full-time role features a rotating/variable shift and requires six months of experience as a Pharmacy Assistant or equivalent, plus State of WA Pharmacy Technician certification. A pre-employment drug screen is required.

Qualifications

• Six months of experience as a Pharmacy Assistant OR equivalent education/experience.
• State of Washington Pharmacy Technician certification.
• Pre-employment drug screen required.

Responsibilities

• Work in the IV room and compound IV medications in accordance with USP 797 standards.
• Deliver medications to nursing units and other areas of the hospital.
• Package medications in single-unit packages.
• Restock shelves in the unit dose fill and front counter areas.
• Complete monthly outdate check and cleaning as assigned by Manager.
• Package patient specific medications in single-unit packages.
• Perform bulk compounding of medication, under the supervision of a Pharmacist.
• Triage clinical inquiries requiring a pharmacist's professional judgement.
• Answer inquiries not requiring a pharmacist's professional judgement.
• Fill medications for automated dispensing cabinet refills for the entire hospital
• Handle, dispense and deliver hazardous drugs in accordance with USP 800 standards.
• Know and follow all Pharmacy Department policies and procedures.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Pharmacy experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Pharmacy Technician certification (WA)

Job description

Harborview Medical Center is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to join the Inpatient Pharmacy team. You will assist the Pharmacist with preparation and packaging of medications and deliver to nursing units under supervision.

This full-time role features a rotating/variable shift and requires six months of experience as a Pharmacy Assistant or equivalent, plus State of WA Pharmacy Technician certification. A pre-employment drug screen is required.