Specialty Pharmacy Technician (Full Time) | Unity Hospital – Rochester Regional Health

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Specialty Pharmacy Technician (Full Time) | Unity Hospital

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Job IDREQ_152164 FACILITYUnity Hospital LOCATIONRochester, New York

SUMMARY

The Pharmacy Technician – Specialist assists Pharmacists in pharmaceutical preparation, distribution, and record keeping functions in the delivery of pharmaceutical supplies to patients of all ages in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. The PhT Specialist works in a specialized area of Pharmacy (i.e. IV room, Narcotic Vault, or OR setting) and provides advanced knowledge and experience to that area of practice.

STATUS: Full TimeLOCATION: Unity HospitalDEPARTMENT: Pharmacy/OncologySCHEDULE: Day

ATTRIBUTES
• High School diploma or GED
• Minimum 6 months of pharmacy experience including experience within any specialized area of pharmacy
• National Pharmacy Technician Certification and NYS Office of Professions Registered Pharmacy Technician.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills for routine interaction with inter- and intra-departmental staff, patients, and visitors

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Medication Preparation & Delivery. Process and prepare medication orders by repackaging bulk medication into individual size packages; round to floors in an accurate and timely manner to deliver medication; add measured drugs or nutrients to intravenous solutions under sterile conditions
• Documentation & Reporting. Ensure concise, pertinent and complete patient care documentation using EMR system (Electronic Medical Record); use pharmacy information system to run reports and access medication data; receive and store incoming supplies and verify quantities
• Maintenance & Sterilization. Clean and maintain the repackaging machine after use; non-sterile compounding and prepare oral liquids, creams and ointments in a clean environment; measure and combine medication accurately with proper documentation; ensure proper disposal of medication

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSM – Medium Work – Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONSRegistered Pharmacy Technician – New York State Office of Professions; CPhT – Pharmacy Technician Certification – Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB)

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

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