Pharmacy Tech 1 - Part-Time

FMOL Health; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

FMOL Health seeks a Pharmacy Technician to fill routine unit-dose orders under close supervision, count, package and label meds, and assist pharmacists with non-prescription orders.

Responsibilities include interpreting EPIC pharmacy labels, managing Pyxis stock, preparing non-sterile compounds, handling dispensing documentation, and maintaining clean, compliant work areas.

Candidates should have a high school diploma and pass the National Pharmacy Technician exam and state certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Successful passing of the National Pharmacy Technician exam.
• State Pharmacy Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Fill routine unit-dose orders under pharmacist supervision.
• Count, package and label unit doses for inspection.
• Assist with non-prescription pharmaceutical orders and stock control.
• Follow EPIC labels, Pyxis management and relevant safety procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Pharmacy terminology

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

National Pharmacy Technician exam

State Pharmacy Certification

Tools

EPIC

Pyxis system

DoseEdge

Simplifi

Carousels

Prepackaging systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Under close supervision, fills routine orders for unit doses and prepackaged pharmaceuticals. The Pharmacy Technician counts, packages and labels unit doses for inspection by pharmacist and fills routine orders for non-prescription pharmaceuticals.

Under close supervision, fills routine orders for unit doses and prepackaged pharmaceuticals. The Pharmacy Technician counts, packages and labels unit doses for inspection by pharmacist and fills routine orders for non-prescription pharmaceuticals.

Responsibilities

• General Duties
  • Understand the pharmacy workflow for medication returns and medication disposal. Interpretation and understanding of medical abbreviations. Identification and differentiation of different types of medication orders (Scheduled, PRN, Once, STAT, Now). Responsible for the accurate interpretation of EPIC pharmacy labels. Ensures all medication related work is reviewed by a pharmacist.
  • Recognizes and identifies various classifications of medications, medication names, dosage forms and routes of administration. Ability to use available print and online references as appropriate. Ability to appropriately label all medication dosage forms including auxiliary labels for expiration and storage as required. Ability to troubleshoot Pyxis equipment (i.e. failed drawers, inventory, outdates, discrepancies). Ability to utilize technology in the pharmacy including, but not limited to Carousels, DoseEdge, Simplifi, Pyxis, Prepackaging Systems.
  • Responsible for the preparation of non-sterile compounding and packaging. Ability to accurately draw up oral syringes, compound oral suspensions. Recognizes the regulations for repackaging medications and complies with all required labeling and documentation procedures for non-sterile compounding and packaging. May be exposed to certain hazardous materials, including but not limited to chemotherapeutic agents and agents causing reproductive risks.
  • Responsible for answering phones, assisting caller with missing medication, responding to Pyxis stockouts in a timely manner, and responding to EPIC in-basket messages. Responsible for inventory, storage and supply maintenance of assigned areas. Processes patient charges (including narcotic charges) in an efficient and timely manner, credits and returns to stock any medication not used by patients.
  • Responsible for exchanging emergency carts and completion of required documentation. Maintain cleanliness of all equipment and work areas. Observes and adheres to all departmental and hospital policies and procedures and follows all safety, quality assurance and infection control standards.
  • Responsible for knowing the laws and regulations related to controlled substances and meeting expectations for handling-controlled substances securely and completing all required documentation. Knowledge of departmental quality assurance processes. Actively participates in various departmental committees and educational activities as assigned. Responsible for understanding and upholding regulatory requirements as stated by LABP, USP, TJC, CMS, and any other governing/accrediting body for OLOL. Ability to use Microsoft Office products, fax and copy machines and other office equipment as necessary.
  • Other duties as assigned.
• Behavior and Leadership Responsibilities
  • Interacts professionally and appropriately with other healthcare professionals, OLOL team members, and external vendors or surveyors.
  • Demonstrates ability to coach/train other technicians and pharmacy students.
  • Demonstrates communication, professional knowledge and technical skill, continuous learning and exhibits a passion for the Mission, Vision and Values according to the Department of Pharmacy Technician Career Ladder Expectations.

Education

High School or equivalent

Special Skills

Ability to effectively follow directions, analyze problems and interpret analytical data. Strong communication skills with an emphasis on customer service skills. Attention to detail to provide high quality care and accurate medication preparation.

Certification/License

Successful passing of the National Pharmacy Technician exam; State Pharmacy Certification