Pharmacy Technician III (Certified)

DCH Health System; Tuscaloosa (AL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

DCH Health System is seeking a Pharmacy Technician III, certified, to assist pharmacists in providing medications for inpatients and outpatients. The role includes advanced narcotic and sterile/non-sterile product duties, with responsibility for inventory and adherence to safety standards.

The position requires Alabama registration as a technician, national certification (PTCB/ExCPT), and sterile IV compounding skills or Advanced Narc Vault experience, along with proficient computer use and

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be registered as a technician in Alabama by start date.
• Must be nationally certified by PTCB or ExCPT.
• Must have sterile IV compounding skills for oncology/TPN or Advanced Narc Vault skills.
• Must operate a computer, calculator and telephone, and read/write/speak English.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacists in providing medications for inpatients and outpatients.
• Perform advanced narcotic functions and sterile/non-sterile product duties as assigned.
• Maintain inventory and assist with restocking and purchasing.
• Follow UPS 797/800 standards and support hazardous medication production.
• Train new pharmacy technicians as a preceptor when required.
• Participate in performance improvement activities.

Skills

Sterile IV compounding

Computer and calculator operation

Strong English communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Alabama state technician registration

PTCB or ExCPT certification

Tools

Pharmacy computer systems

Sterile compounding equipment

Job description

Overview

The pharmacy technician III, certified assists pharmacists in providing medication to inpatients and outpatients of all ages and helps the pharmacist in any routine duties not requiring professional judgment.

Responsibilities

• Must successfully demonstrate and maintain Pharmacy Technician II, certified, competencies and be able to function in those areas as assigned.
• Accurately follows the assigned workflow in the advanced areas during their shift to include Advanced Narcotic functions, Surgery satellite, non-sterile and sterile products areas.
• Assists with maintaining accurate inventory; placing new inventory and restock/credits into appropriate places; and, participating in the efficient and economical use of supplies and resources; appropriately checks in inventory and basic purchasing.
• Demonstrates an understanding of UPS 797/800 standards and proper aseptic technique. Provides technical and clerical assistance to the pharmacists in the processing of medication orders and the monitoring of drug therapy. Maintains competency in production of hazardous medications.
• Systematically checks assigned area monthly for removal of outdated medication and cleanliness.
• Functions as a preceptor when assigned to train newly-hired pharmacy technicians in their new work areas.
• Participates in performance improvement activities.

DCH Standards:

• Maintains performance, patient and employee satisfaction and financial standards as outlined in the performance evaluation.
• Performs compliance requirements as outlined in the Employee Handbook
• Must adhere to the DCH Behavioral Standards including creating positive relationships with patients/families, coworkers, colleagues and with self.

• Performs essential job functions in a manner that ensures the safety of patients, visitors and employees.
• Identifies and reduces unsafe practices that may result in harm to patients, visitors and employees.
• Recognizes and takes appropriate action to reduce risks and hazards to promote safety for patients, visitors and employees.

• Requires use of electronic mail, time and attendance software, learning management software and intranet.
• Must adhere to all DCH Health System policies and procedures.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Anyone hired after 12/31/2019 must be a high school graduate or have the equivalent.

Must be registered as a technician in State of Alabama by start date.

Must be registered as a technician in State of Alabama by start date.

Must have national certification by PTCB or ExCPT.

Must have and maintain Sterile IV compounding skills with Oncology or TPN compounder setup and production skills or have Advanced Narc Vault skills

Must be able to operate a computer, calculator and a telephone, transfer carts and other related pharmacy equipment. Must be able to read, write legibly, speak, and comprehend English.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Able to stand, walk, reach, sit, crouch and stoop for extended periods of time. Must be able to carry objects weighing 35 pounds. Requires good motor coordination with good manual and finger dexterity. Must have the ability to communicate with staff and patients of all ages. Physical presence onsite is essential. Hearing and vision must be normal or corrected to within normal range. Able to perform the duties with or without reasonable accommodation.