Pharmacy Technician 1, JHS Specialty Pharmacy, On Call/Pool

Jackson Health System; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Pharmacy Technician I to join their dynamic team. This role involves working under the supervision of licensed pharmacists to provide essential support in compounding and dispensing medications. You'll be part of a mission-driven organization that values compassion and expertise, ensuring the highest quality of care for patients. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about making a difference in people's lives, this opportunity is perfect for you. Embrace the chance to grow professionally while contributing to a leading healthcare institution.

Qualifications

• Requires 0 to 3 years of related experience.
• Must hold a Registered Pharmacy Technician license (RPT) and be CPHT certified.

Responsibilities

• Replenishes automated drug distribution machines following standard procedures.
• Prepares sterile products under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
• Maintains assigned area in a neat, clean, and orderly manner.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Critical Thinking

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Hospital's Inpatient Pharmacy Clinical Information Management System

Job description

Pharmacy Technician 1, JHS Specialty Pharmacy, On Call/Pool

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Department: JHS Specialty Pharmacy Svcs

Address: 1611 NW 12th Ave, Miami, Florida, 33136

Shift details: On Call/Pool

Why Jackson

Jackson Health System is a nationally and internationally recognized academic medical system offering world-class care to any person who walks through our doors. For more than 100 years, Jackson has evolved into one of the world's top medical providers for all levels of care, no matter if it's for a routine patient visit or for a lifesaving procedure. With more than 2,000 licensed beds, we are also proud of our role as the primary teaching hospital for the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine.

Here, the best people come together to deliver Jackson's mission for our diverse communities. Our employees are committed to providing the best CARE by demonstrating compassion, accountability, respect, and expertise in everything we do.

Summary

Pharmacy Technician I works under the direct supervision of licensed pharmacists providing a high level of assistance in compounding (sterile and non-sterile preparations), distribution and dispensing of medication and other pharmaceutical related supplies.

Responsibilities

• Replenishes automated drug distribution machines following a standard procedure established by policy.
• Troubleshoots for problems related to the operation of the automated drug distribution machines.
• Forwards concerns that can not be corrected to the appropriate individual in a timely manner.
• Prepares sterile products (add-a-vials, syringes, IV Admixtures, chemotherapy, large volume parenteral) following standard procedures established by policy and under the supervision, and check of a licensed pharmacist.
• Assures that all quality related procedures are followed.
• Inputs information into the Hospital's inpatient pharmacy clinical information management system as requested.
• For areas not served by point of care automated dispensing equipment, assures that required medications and supplies are dispensed following established procedures.
• Performs extemporaneously compounding and prepackaging under the guidelines of pharmacy policy, and under the supervision, and check of a licensed pharmacist.
• Orders and receives medication inventory; rotates stock and checks expiration dates routinely.
• Follows all established procedures to assure the quality and security of the medication assets.
• Maintains assigned area in a neat, clean, and orderly manner.
• Assembles, tabulates and analyzes quality improvement data when requested.
• Assists in reports and survey tabulation when requested.
• Performs monthly patient care center reviews, as assigned.
• Enters data into the computer system specialized to that activity.
• Attends appropriate orientation, continuing education, and training courses to maintain competency in job skills and knowledge.
• Participates in required educational programs, including HIS, safety, infection control, AIDS awareness, age-related special needs and behaviors, etc.
• Assures a pharmacist checks each preparation prior to it being dispensed.
• Consults with a pharmacist or supervisor when necessary and as required by Florida Statutes, when making exceptions to a policy that would benefit the patient.
• Refers clinical questions to a pharmacist.
• Demonstrates behaviors of service excellence and CARE values (Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Expertise).
• Performs all other related job duties as assigned.
  
  

Experience

Generally requires 0 to 3 years of related experience.

Education

High School diploma is required.

Skill

Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work accurately while meeting multiple deadlines. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form. Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with critical thinking and professional composure. Ability to understand and follow instructions. Knowledge and skill in use of job appropriate technology and software applications. Must meet and maintain current all unit specific and organizational skills/competencies, certifications/licensures, as required by the clinical area.

Credentials

Must hold a Registered Pharmacy Technician license (RPT) and be CPHT certified or hold a Pharmacist Intern license (PSI).

Jackson Health System is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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