Certified Pharmacy Technician – Inpatient Pharmacy – Lorain Hospital
Mercy Home Health, Lorain, OH, United States
Certified Pharmacy Technician – Lorain Hospital
Full Time - Scheduled for 40 Weekly Hours
Primary Shift Times - Days/Afternoons. Availability on Other Shifts for Coverage - As Needed
Rotating Weekends and Holidays
Reports to Title
Pharmacy Supervisor, Manager, or Director
Summary Of Primary Function/General Purpose Of Position
Under general supervision, assist the pharmacist in processing medication orders by selecting, assembling, and preparing medications to be dispensed for inpatient (acute care; hospital) and/or outpatient (ambulatory; retail; home infusion) services. The Certified Pharmacy Technician will have a variety of job responsibilities within the pharmacy that may encompass various activities.
Essential Job Functions
Assist the pharmacist in preparing medications for patients within an inpatient (acute care; hospital) and/or outpatient (ambulatory; retail; home infusion) service area. Functions include accepting new written, faxed or electronic prescription orders from a prescriber or a prescriber's agent; accepting new verbal prescription orders for non-controlled drugs from a prescriber or a prescriber's agent as authorized by state law and responsible pharmacist authorization.
Enter information into and retrieve information from an electronic health record or prescription processing computer system. Ensure the accurate charge and credit functions related to medication orders are processed for patient billing.
Prepare and affix labels; stock prescription drugs and retrieve those drugs from inventory locations; count and pour drugs into containers prior to dispensing by a pharmacist; perform non-sterile drug compounding as defined under guidelines published by the United States Pharmacopeia.
Stock automated drug dispensing cabinets, floor stock, and crash carts; transport medications by vehicle to off-site locations. Operate technology used for drug dispensing (robotics).
As permitted by state law/regulations: Accept verbal refill authorizations for dangerous drugs that are not controlled substances from a prescriber or the prescriber's agent, so long as there is no change from the original prescription and clarify prescriptions when no professional judgment is needed; send or receive copies of non-controlled prescriptions (i.e., Prescription transfers). Check associate technician work prior to dispensing.
Assist in the education and precepting of new pharmacy technicians, pharmacy students, and participate in performance improvement activities.
Outpatient: package and sell a prescription drug to a patient or patient representative and assist with insurance claim processing. Perform diagnostic laboratory testing as defined in state laws/guidelines.
Inpatient/Home infusion: perform sterile drug compounding as defined under guidelines published by the United States Pharmacopeia and infection-control procedures.
Assist in maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
Other functions as outlined, and in accordance with, respective State Board of Pharmacy rules and regulations.
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. Pharmacy Technicians may practice at the top of their respective State Licensing Board Regulations.
Licensing/Certification
ExCPT Certification provided by the National Health Career Association or Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) certification and registration with State Board of Pharmacy (required).
Education
High School Diploma or GED (required).
Completion of ASHP/ACPE tech training program - or - pharmacy technician training via Armed Forces/Veterans Affairs - or respective state department approved career tech high school program (preferred).
Work Experience
Previous experience working in Retail, Ambulatory, Outpatient, Hospital, Acute Care, or Home Infusion pharmacy (preferred).
Patient Population
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
Neonates (0-4 weeks)
Infant (1-12 months)
Pediatrics (1-12 years)
Adolescents (13-17 years)
Adults (18-64 years)
Geriatrics (65 years and older)
Working Conditions
Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.
May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.
May have periods of constant interruptions.
Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.
Skills
Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
Stocking Medications
Mathematically Proficient
Point of Sale Equipment Operation
Processing Prescriptions
Dispensing Prescriptions
Robotic Dispensing Systems
Prioritization
Performance Improvement
Packaging Medications
Insurance Claim Processing
Compounding Medications
Attention to Detail
Customer Service
Problem Solving
Active Listening
Verbal Communication
Written Communication
Professional Judgement
Diagnostic Testing
Medication Transport
What We Offer
Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible).
Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts.
Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders.
Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support.
Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affluent Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com.
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Full Time - Scheduled for 40 Weekly Hours
Primary Shift Times - Days/Afternoons. Availability on Other Shifts for Coverage - As Needed
Rotating Weekends and Holidays
Reports to Title
Pharmacy Supervisor, Manager, or Director
Summary Of Primary Function/General Purpose Of Position
Under general supervision, assist the pharmacist in processing medication orders by selecting, assembling, and preparing medications to be dispensed for inpatient (acute care; hospital) and/or outpatient (ambulatory; retail; home infusion) services. The Certified Pharmacy Technician will have a variety of job responsibilities within the pharmacy that may encompass various activities.
Essential Job Functions
Assist the pharmacist in preparing medications for patients within an inpatient (acute care; hospital) and/or outpatient (ambulatory; retail; home infusion) service area. Functions include accepting new written, faxed or electronic prescription orders from a prescriber or a prescriber's agent; accepting new verbal prescription orders for non-controlled drugs from a prescriber or a prescriber's agent as authorized by state law and responsible pharmacist authorization.
Enter information into and retrieve information from an electronic health record or prescription processing computer system. Ensure the accurate charge and credit functions related to medication orders are processed for patient billing.
Prepare and affix labels; stock prescription drugs and retrieve those drugs from inventory locations; count and pour drugs into containers prior to dispensing by a pharmacist; perform non-sterile drug compounding as defined under guidelines published by the United States Pharmacopeia.
Stock automated drug dispensing cabinets, floor stock, and crash carts; transport medications by vehicle to off-site locations. Operate technology used for drug dispensing (robotics).
As permitted by state law/regulations: Accept verbal refill authorizations for dangerous drugs that are not controlled substances from a prescriber or the prescriber's agent, so long as there is no change from the original prescription and clarify prescriptions when no professional judgment is needed; send or receive copies of non-controlled prescriptions (i.e., Prescription transfers). Check associate technician work prior to dispensing.
Assist in the education and precepting of new pharmacy technicians, pharmacy students, and participate in performance improvement activities.
Outpatient: package and sell a prescription drug to a patient or patient representative and assist with insurance claim processing. Perform diagnostic laboratory testing as defined in state laws/guidelines.
Inpatient/Home infusion: perform sterile drug compounding as defined under guidelines published by the United States Pharmacopeia and infection-control procedures.
Assist in maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
Other functions as outlined, and in accordance with, respective State Board of Pharmacy rules and regulations.
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. Pharmacy Technicians may practice at the top of their respective State Licensing Board Regulations.
Licensing/Certification
ExCPT Certification provided by the National Health Career Association or Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) certification and registration with State Board of Pharmacy (required).
Education
High School Diploma or GED (required).
Completion of ASHP/ACPE tech training program - or - pharmacy technician training via Armed Forces/Veterans Affairs - or respective state department approved career tech high school program (preferred).
Work Experience
Previous experience working in Retail, Ambulatory, Outpatient, Hospital, Acute Care, or Home Infusion pharmacy (preferred).
Patient Population
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
Neonates (0-4 weeks)
Infant (1-12 months)
Pediatrics (1-12 years)
Adolescents (13-17 years)
Adults (18-64 years)
Geriatrics (65 years and older)
Working Conditions
Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.
May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.
May have periods of constant interruptions.
Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.
Skills
Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
Stocking Medications
Mathematically Proficient
Point of Sale Equipment Operation
Processing Prescriptions
Dispensing Prescriptions
Robotic Dispensing Systems
Prioritization
Performance Improvement
Packaging Medications
Insurance Claim Processing
Compounding Medications
Attention to Detail
Customer Service
Problem Solving
Active Listening
Verbal Communication
Written Communication
Professional Judgement
Diagnostic Testing
Medication Transport
What We Offer
Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible).
Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts.
Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders.
Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support.
Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affluent Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com.
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