PHARMACY TECH II - Blount Memorial Hospital

• JOB SUMMARY

  • Performs all aspects of drug distribution, recordkeeping and inventory control under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist. Responsible for advanced technical functions as outlined in job requirements.

• JOB SPECIFICATIONS
  • Education and/or experience: Certification by Pharmacy Technician Certification Board required. Two years pharmacy experience or completion of accredited technician training program. Satisfactory performance as Technician I during six-month probation period required.
    
  • Knowledge: Should have working knowledge of drugs names, medical abbreviations, aseptic technique and pharmacy calculations.
    
  • Skills: Good computer and math skills. Proficient performance of at least three of the following functions:
    • Preparing cancer chemotherapy admixtures
    • Purchasing and inventory control management activities including: maintaining and updating inventory shelf labels; processing vendor returns and recalls; and assisting pharmacist with monthly narcotic inventories and recordkeeping.
    • 340B inventory control, auditing, and patient management.
    • Coordinating unit stock systems, including automated devices.
    • Drafting, revising and assisting in implementation of new/revised policies and procedures.
    • Coordinating training of new volunteers, students and technical staff.
    • Coordinating regular technician meetings.
    • Managing automation systems, such as Robot and Carousel
    • Proficient order entry skills including: accurately entering orders, alerting pharmacist of drug interactions, allergies, duplicate therapies, unusual dosages, and consults.
    • Obtaining and documenting the medication history of patients in the emergency department and patients admitted to hospital.
      
  • Abilities: Ability to communicate clearly. Ability to perform advanced technical skills.

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