Pharmacy Tech - Amergis
South Kingstown, RI
About the Job
South Kingstown
Schedule: Full Time
Shift: flex
Hours: mon - fri
On Call Rotation: No
Holiday Rotation: Yes
Weekend Rotation: Yes
BWeekly Hours: 4 0
Candidates must be licensed through the Rhode Island Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacy Technician II. Prior experience in hospital pharmacy is preferred but not required.
Under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist, theNon-Retail Pharmacy Technician assists the pharmacist in processing medicationorders by assembling and preparing medications to be dispensed for inpatientand/or outpatient services.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
+ Compounds and dispenses protocol specific medicationsordered by physicians
+ Assists pharmacists, physicians, nursing and clinicalpersonnel with pharmacy services
+ Assesses PAR levels and maintains department facilities withan adequate supply of medication, equipment, and materials to promoteefficiency and safety of patients
+ Processes prescriptions, evaluates for quality and accuratepatient identification and side labeling
+ Delivers medications to varies locations throughout thefacility
+ Inventories and exchanges daily medication located innursing stations, operating rooms, emergency rooms, and emergency carts
+ After pharmacist reviews the order for errors or potentialproblems, assists with transcribing the relevant information about the patientand the prescribed medications into the patient’s chart
+ Prepares trays and kits and refills anesthesia carts
+ Manages inventory of automated dispensing machines
+ Monitors for diversion of controlled substances
+ Maintains patient confidentiality at all times
+ Assists in keeping pharmacy clean and organized
+ Performs other duties as assigned/necessary
Minimum Requirements:
+ High School diploma or its equivalent certification
+ Graduate of accredited Pharmacy Technology Program
+ PTCB or NPTA license preferred or as required bystate/contract
+ Minimum of one year relevant experience preferred
+ Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice
+ Participation and completion of Amergis' Competency programwhen applicable
+ Current CPR if applicable
+ TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
+ Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)
+ Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
+ Successful completion of new hire training as applicable tojob site
+ Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAArequirements
+ Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to andfrom appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors,co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in theEnglish language is required
+ Computer proficiency required
+ Must be at least 18 years of age
Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
+ Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
+ Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
+ 401(k) savings plan
+ Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Source : Amergis
