Retail Pharmacy Technician

Cancer Care Specialists of Illinois; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Cancer Care Specialists in Decatur, IL seeks a Pharmacy Technician under the supervision of the Pharmacist to prepare, package and dispense medications and maintain accurate records.

The role supports inventory control, billing for services, and uses EPIC/QS1/Simplifi systems while upholding safety and confidentiality in a fast-paced oncology setting.

Previous retail pharmacy experience is preferred; Illinois licensure and EPIC training are required.

Qualifications

• High school graduate.
• Current Illinois Pharmacy Technician licensure.
• Must complete EPIC training and pass required tests.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, package and label prescriptions per policy.
• Sell prescriptions on-site and prepare for delivery.
• Maintain inventory and documentation in pharmacy systems.
• Assist Pharmacist with inventory control and order replenishment.
• Maintain cleanliness and confidentiality in the pharmacy area.

Skills

Pharmacy procedures

Inventory management

EPIC software

Chemotherapy safety

Education

High school diploma

Illinois Pharmacy Technician license

EPIC training

Tools

EPIC

QS1

Simplifi

Nucleus cabinet

Job description

Location:

Decatur, IL

Job Id:354

# of Openings:1

SUMMARY:

Under the general supervision of the Pharmacist, the Pharmacy Technician is responsible for preparing, packaging and dispensing medications as prescribed and ordered by a licensed provider. The Pharmacy Technician also assists with inventory control, maintains required records, and bills accurately for pharmaceutical services.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepares, packages and labels prescriptions as ordered by the provider and directed by the Pharmacist and in compliance with Pharmacy policies/procedures and federal/state regulations.
• Sells prescriptions directly to patient on-site, prepares prescriptions for delivery to appropriate clinic, and labels prescriptions for FedEx deliveries.
• Initials all labels and other required documentation.
• Files prescription hard copies according to pharmacy policies/procedures.
• Restocks pharmacy supplies as needed.
• Assists the Pharmacist with inventory control.
• Assesses inventory of medications and supplies daily and orders as needed.
• Verifies items received per invoice and notifies Pharmacist of any discrepancies.
• Puts away drug deliveries and other supplies in a timely manner.
• Updates inventory on hands in pharmacy operating system and in Nucleus cabinet.
• Utilizes EPIC/QS1/Simplifi systems to dispense and document work.
• Maintains proper bin reconciliation for all processed medications that have not been received by the patient.
• Maintains cleanliness of pharmacy area and documents in Simplifi.
• Maintains appropriate records related to medication distribution and dispensing in EPIC/QS1/Therigy.
• Discards chemotherapy waste and other biohazardous substances in approved containers and according to Pharmacy procedures. Prepares biohazardous waste for disposal from the facility.
• Serves as a resource person for physicians, nurses and other staff regarding Pharmacy issues and questions. Recognizes situations that exceed technician authority (e.g. drug information) and refers to Pharmacist.
• Maintains a safe and efficient working environment in the Pharmacy by maintaining a clean work area and following all regulations in accordance with regulatory agencies and Pharmacy policies.
• Complies with established personal protective equipment requirements necessary for protection against exposures to chemotherapeutic agents, blood and body fluids, other potentially infectious materials, chemical disinfectants, and other hazardous substances.
• Professional Communication
• Maintains confidentiality in matters relating to all aspects of employment, including patient/family/significant other confidentiality.
• Interacts with patients/family/significant others with a variety of developmental and sociocultural backgrounds.
• Maintains professional relationships and conveys relevant information to other members of the health care team.
• Internal Contacts: Pharmacist, physicians, nursing staff, office staff, other Pharmacy staff, billing representatives, etc., and staff at other CCSI facilities.
• External Contacts: Other pharmacies, hospitals, pharmaceutical representatives, etc.
• Relays information appropriately over telephones, facsimiles, pagers, and other communication devices, and follows-through as needed.
• Communicates appropriate information to physicians, supervisors, and/or other members of the healthcare team as needed, and follows-through on physician orders and requests.
• Teamwork
• Works collaboratively as a health care team member.
• Provides pharmaceutical information as needed to those who require information, including physicians, nursing staff, radiation staff, and other Pharmacy staff.
• Assists with tasks necessary for the efficient and effective operation and organization of the Pharmacy.
• Maintains positive attitude with patients, family/significant others and coworkers.
• Professional Development
• Attends staff meetings and mandatory inservices.
• Responsible for maintaining/meeting own continuing education requirements for licensure (20 technician specific CE hours every two years).
• Contributes to the quality of patient care and participates in quality improvement initiatives.

OTHER DUTIES:

Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS:

High school graduate or equivalent. Current licensure with the State of Illinois as a Pharmacy Technician, certification obtained in accordance with Illinois law. Must take EPIC training and successfully pass required tests.

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE:

One to three years retail pharmacy technician experience. Prefer oncology pharmacy experience.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

Knowledge of basic pharmacy procedures and equipment. Knowledge of metric system. Knowledge of drug and medical nomenclature. Knowledge of pharmacy medication order systems. Knowledge and skills to prepare and dispense drugs and medications. Knowledge of safety precautions and procedures related to exposure to chemotherapy and hazardous substances, blood and other potentially infectious materials. Verbal and written English communication skills for safe and effective patient care and to meet documentation standards. Eye, hand, and auditory coordination. Ability to operate office equipment, including telephones, PCs, copiers, facsimiles, etc. Ability to use pharmaceutical compounding equipment for compounding sterile and non-sterile products. Ability to maintain inventory of drugs and supplies. Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work meeting time constraints and with moderate direct supervision. Ability to judge the appropriate action in response to changes, circumstances or problems. Ability to work under pressure with time constraints; ability to meet deadlines and work with frequent interruptions. Ability to maintain professional attitude at all times. Ability to function in a sometimes demanding and fast-paced work environment related to changing patient needs, including work with patients with acute, chronic, and complex disease processes and those who are dying. Understands errors in processing, preparation or dispensing of pharmaceuticals may delay treatment of patients and/or cause adverse effects, including death. Understands and practices patient confidentiality. A positive attitude towards health care team members and diverse patient populations.

PHYSICAL REQUISITES OF JOB:

Standing, walking, sitting, carrying, pushing, pulling, lifting, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, twisting, reaching, handling, kneeling, and wrist and digital dexterity. Speaking, hearing, and visual acuity to receive and interpret instructions; communicate with patients and other health care professionals; use telephone system; and operate pharmacy and general office equipment.

Manual dexterity to prepare and dispense drugs and medications. Concentrated mental/visual acuity, corrected vision to work with detail material, and ability to recognize clear liquids, turbid solutions, and chemical reactions. Frequent, prolonged periods of sitting or standing in order to prepare drugs and medications. Frequent bending and reaching. Physical stamina required to endure long periods of preparing drugs and medications. Exerting force (frequently up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 20 pounds or more) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including pharmacy supplies, etc. Able to move quickly from place to place on occasion. Possible driving.

MENTAL DEMANDS:

Must be able to work under stress and adapt to changing conditions. Must be able to respond to emergency situations in a calm, professional manner.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Pharmacy environment. Frequent work interruptions. Job duties involve frequent potential for exposure to chemotherapy and other hazardous substances, chemical disinfectants, etc., and limited exposure to blood and body fluids. Special protective equipment must be used for required preparations of hazardous substances and spill cleanup.