Pharmacy Tech III PRN Days

Tenet Healthcare; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Pharmacy Technician to support medication dispensing and inventory management. This role involves accurately filling medication orders, maintaining inventory levels, and preparing IV admixtures under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in hospital pharmacy practices and compliance with regulatory standards. Join a compassionate team committed to delivering high-quality care in a friendly atmosphere, ensuring the best possible health outcomes for the community.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hospital experience required.
• Registered Pharmacy Technician license or certification required.

Responsibilities

• Accurately fill and label medication orders in a timely manner.
• Maintain adequate medication stock levels and proper storage.
• Prepare complex IV admixtures consistent with policies.

Skills

Medication Dispensing

Inventory Control

IV Admixtures Preparation

Pharmaceutical Compliance

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Automated Dispensing Cabinets (ADCs)

Pharmacy Management Software

Job description

Saint Vincent Hospital offers a whole new experience in health care. By combining our advanced, state-of-the-art facility with our commitment to providing the best quality of life to the many members of our Worcester community. Saint Vincent Hospital excels at offering the best care in a friendly atmosphere. From our advanced heart and vascular services to our comprehensive orthopedics and rehabilitation programs, our robust surgical facility including our Da Vinci robotic surgery and Cyberknife technology, to our comfortable and compassionate women & infants programs - you don't have to travel far for high-quality health care: We're right here, in the heart of Worcester.

Onboarding Process: Please be advised that candidates must successfully complete a background check and pre-employment health screening which includes a drug screen.

Summary

The individual in this position acts under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist and provides assistance in dispensing functions, including: purchasing, inventory control of all drug classes, sterile product preparation and associated equipment maintenance, and automated dispensing cabinet equipment and inventory maintenance. Also performs technical duties to maintain pharmaceutical dispensing functions to all neonate, child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients, including inpatients and outpatients.

Responsibilities

This individual’s responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

1. Accurately fill and label medication orders with correct strength, dosage form, and quantity in a timely manner.
2. Accurately stock automated dispensing cabinets (ADCs) in a timely manner.
3. Fill/refill emergency crash carts, boxes, and kits timely and accurately.
4. Re-package and label oral medications/extemporaneous preparations and maintain appropriate records.
5. Assure all medications are checked by a pharmacist prior to dispensing.
6. Stock medications into pharmacy inventory, including sterile compounding areas.
7. Maintain adequate medication stock levels and proper storage of medications.
8. Deliver medications to patient care areas.
9. Attend to medication requests and phone calls.
10. Prepare complex IV admixtures (i.e., chemotherapy, biotherapy) accurately, consistent with IV policies and procedures (USP<797> and USP <800>).
11. Comply with state and federal regulatory requirements, Joint Commission standards and Tenet and hospital policies and procedures.
12. Assist in pharmacy performance improvement and quality assurance activities.
13. Assist with automation maintenance and troubleshooting, including ADCs, packagers, barcode printers, and scanners.
14. Lead specialty initiatives within the Pharmacy Department (i.e., Controlled Substance Diversion and Prevention, Patient Safety, Tech Check Tech, etc.).
15. Assist in performing various duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education
Required: High school graduate or equivalent

Experience
Required: 3 years of hospital experience

Certifications
Required: Registered Pharmacy Technician license or Pharmacy Technician certification, as required by state law. Accredited training in sterile products preparation.

Tenet complies with federal, state, and/or local laws regarding mandatory vaccination of its workforce. If you are offered this position and must be vaccinated under any applicable law, you will be required to show proof of full vaccination or obtain an approval of a religious or medical exemption prior to your start date. If you receive an exemption from the vaccination requirement, you will be required to submit to regular testing in accordance with the law.