Pharmacy Tech I

Phoenix Children's Hospital, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoenix Children’s Hospital, Inc. seeks a licensed Pharmacy Technician to assist in the procurement, storage, preparation, distribution and delivery of medications to patients under pharmacist supervision.

You will support pharmacy operations, handle inventories, use the pharmacy information system, and ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance in a busy hospital setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Arizona Pharmacy Technician license or ability to obtain before start date.
• Nationally certified (PTCB) is required.
• Hospital experience is preferred.
• Ability to compound IV medications is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation and dispensing of medications under pharmacist supervision.
• Handle non-sterile compounding and packaging activities per regulations.
• Deliver medications and supplies to patient areas per timelines and policies.
• Utilize pharmacy information software to process requests and billing.
• Provide first-line customer service to hospital staff and patients.
• Maintain inventory and assist with stock management and QA records.
• Participate in department process improvements and training.
• Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Skills

Licensed Pharmacy Technician

Pharmacy operations

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Arizona Pharmacy Technician license or ability to obtain

PTCB Certification

Tools

Pharmacy information software

Job description

Shift: Mon-Fri, Sat, Sun, (Days Vary), Shifts Vary, 6:30am-10:30pm

Category: Pharmacy

Posting #: 1061000

Employee Type: Varies

Position Summary

This position, under the direct supervision of a Pharmacist, assists in the procurement, storage, preparation, distribution, and delivery of medications and information and other pharmaceutical products to Phoenix Children’s patients in a timely and accurate fashion and in accordance with established Federal, State, and local laws & regulations and policies and procedures. This position receives direct supervision from Inpatient Pharmacy Supervisors and Managers.

Position Duties

• Preparation and Dispensing Medications
  a. Assists in accurately preparing and labeling medications in accordance with Board of Pharmacy regulations and department policy.
  b. Receives and responds to directions from pharmacists.
  c. Prepares medications and verifies accuracy under the supervision of a pharmacist prior to dispensing in accordance with scope of practice and department policies and procedures.
• Non-Sterile Compounding and Repackaging
  a. Performs non-sterile compounding and repackaging of both hazardous and non-hazardous medications per Federal, State, and local laws and regulations.
  b. Adheres to department policies & procedures, USP 795 standards, USP 800 standards, and control substance regulations.
  c. Accurately completes corresponding recordkeeping and quality assurance documentation and ensures proper interim steps and final verification is performed by a Pharmacist.
• Delivers medications and supplies to patient areas.
  a. Delivers medications and supplies to patient areas per hospital and department timelines, guidelines, and hospital and pharmacy policies & procedures.
  b. Restocks automated dispensing cabinets, rotates stock, and removes expiring medications of both patient specific doses and unit-dosed items available in the patient care areas and medication rooms prior to expiration.
• Utilizes pharmacy information software.
  a. Utilizes the pharmacy information software to appropriately process pharmacy requisition and medication requests for nursing units, clinics, and other hospital departments to ensure timely availability of medications and supplies.
  b. Bills medications and credits, when appropriate, to patient charge record to ensure accurate and timely revenue capture.
• Customer Service
  a. Actively serves as the first line for customer service support for the Pharmacy by answering telephones professionally.
  b. Provides direct service to hospital staff and external customers who come to the Pharmacy. Actively triages calls in a timely manner and defers calls to Pharmacist when issue is outside normal scope.
  c. Exhibits Phoenix Children’s Values of excellence in clinical care, service, and communications at all times.
  d. Proactively and independently solves customer service issues where appropriate.
• Inventory Management
  a. Assists in maintaining inventory levels of medications and supplies.
  b. Assists the pharmacy supply chain team with receipt of medications and supplies from designated vendors and Materials Management and stocks inventory accordingly.
  c. Rotates pharmacy inventory to ensure oldest stock is utilized first and all expired supplies and medications are removed prior to stated expiration date.
• Quality Assurance
  a. Accurately completes and documents various quality assurance measures and checklists including, but not limited to; refrigerator temperature logs, nursing unit inspections, inventory management logs, and any other record keeping tool required during staffing shift.
  b. Follows all department and hospital environment of care and waste control for pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical waste in accordance with established standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Department Requirements
  a. Participates in a variety of department process improvement initiatives, in-service programs, and meetings and conferences to maintain ongoing awareness of current practices, methods, and techniques.
  b. Utilizes departmental training to serve as a trainer for new staff. Completes hospital & department education.
• Performs miscellaneous job related duties as requested.
  

Phoenix Children’s Mission, Vision, & Values

Mission

To advance hope, healing and the best healthcare for children and their families

Vision

Phoenix Children’s will be the leading pediatric health system in the Southwest, nationally recognized for exceptional care, innovative research and advanced medical education.

We realize this vision by:

• Offering the most comprehensive care across ages, communities and specialties
• Investing in innovative research, including emerging treatments, tools and technologies
• Advancing education and training to shape the next generation of clinical leaders
• Advocating for the health and well-being of children and families

Values

• We place children and families at the center of all we do
• We deliver exceptional care, every day and in every way
• We collaborate with colleagues, partners and communities to amplify our impact
• We set the standards of pediatric healthcare today, and innovate for the future
• We are accountable for making the highest quality care accessible and affordable

Position Qualifications

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Required

Experience

Hospital experience.

Preferred

Ability to compound intravenous medications (IV).

Preferred

Additional Requirements

Licensed Pharmacy Technician in the State of Arizona or able to obtain license as a Pharmacy Technician in the State of Arizona prior to start date.

Required

Nationally Certified PTCB.

Required

Physical Requirements & Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential

• 1. Physical Requirement - Climbing - Occasionally
• 2. Physical Requirement - Feeling (sensing textures and temperatures) - Constantly
• 3. Physical Requirement - Fine Motor Skills (pinching, gripping, etc) - Constantly
• 4. Physical Requirement - Hearing - Constantly
• 5. Physical Requirement - Pushing/pulling - Constantly
• 6. Physical Requirement - Reaching - Constantly
• 7. Physical Requirement - Sitting - Frequently
• 8. Physical Requirement - Standing - Frequently
• 9. Physical Requirement - Stooping/crouching/kneeling/crawling - Frequently
• 10. Physical Requirement - Talking - Constantly
• 11. Physical Requirement - Tasting/smelling - Frequently
• 12. Physical Requirement - Walking - Constantly
• 13. Physical Requirement - Near Vision - Constantly
• 14. Physical Requirement - Far Vision - Constantly
• 15. Physical Requirement - Color Discrimination - Constantly
• 16. Physical Requirement - Use of keyboard, mouse and/or computer equipment - Constantly
• 17. Physical Requirement - Lift up to 35 pounds without assistance - Frequently
• 18. Physical Requirement - Lift more than 35 pounds without assistance - Occasionally
• 19. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Inside office environment - Applicable
• 20. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Outdoor weather conditions - Applicable
• 21. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Extreme temperatures - Applicable
• 22. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Confined areas - Applicable
• 23. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - High places - Applicable
• 24. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Airborne communicable diseases - Applicable
• 25. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Bloodborne pathogens or bodily fluid - Applicable
• 26. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Fumes or airborne particles - Applicable
• 27. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Hazardous materials exposure - Applicable
• 28. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Radiation exposure - Applicable
• 29. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Toxic or caustic chemicals - Applicable