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Pharmacy Tech II FT 70 hrs biweekly
•30 days ago
| Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
|---|---|
| Location | Sioux City, IA Sioux City, Iowa |
About this job
Department:
SC101_10010 Pharmacy
Expected Weekly Hours:
35
Shift:
Night Shift
Position Purpose:
Under direct supervision, prepares medication orders, prescriptions, unit dosages and sterile IV products. Assists in maintenance of inventory levels of supplies and equipment. Ensures pharmacist verification of all work performed. Trains new employees and other trainees in daily operations of their responsibility. Adheres to the principles of Service Excellence Guiding Behaviors and the philosophy and mission of Mercy in all aspects of job performance.
Job Description Details:
MERCY MEDICAL CENTERPOSITION DESCRIPTION
Position Title:Pharmacy Technician II
Job Code:1272
Reports To:Director Pharmacy
Pay Grade:PG 14
Dept/Clinic:Pharmacy
FLSA:Non-Exempt
Date:March 2016
OSHA:1 - Exposure
POSITION PURPOSE
Under direct supervision, prepares medication orders, prescriptions, unit dosages and sterile IV products. Assists in maintenance of inventory levels of supplies and equipment. Ensures pharmacist verification of all work performed. Trains new employees and other trainees in daily operations of their responsibility. Adheres to the principles of Service Excellence Guiding Behaviors and the philosophy and mission of Mercy in all aspects of job performance.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES:
1.
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide service/care appropriate to the age of the patients served, in accordance with Mercy standards.
2.
Prepares unit dose medications by repackaging, following established departmental procedures.
3.
Packages and labels medications where appropriate.
4.
Demonstrates proficiency in the use of the pharmacy outpatient computer system, including but not limited to; prescription preparation, third party billing and reversal of claims.
5.
Maintains inventory of drugs and supplies. Maintains records as requested. Appropriately receives and documents shipments of pharmaceuticals and supplies, unpacks, prices and properly places them into inventory.
6.
Maintains pharmacy areas in a clean and orderly manner.
7.
Completely and efficiently fills and delivers medications, orders and supplies to and from patient care units and ancillary departments.
8.
Maintains high level of accuracy essential in preparation of IV admixture and other sterile products by monitoring accuracy level and following standard practices.
9.
Prepares I.V. admixtures as well as any other sterile preparation encountered in pharmacy setting according to departmental policies.
10.
Prepares IV chemotherapy admixtures utilizing chemo batch process according to departmental policies.
11.
Prepares home health admixtures according to established departmental policies as needed.
12.
Answers telephone and in person inquiries from nursing staff with regard to IV orders, delivery times, locations, etc. Closely communicates with nursing units in order to maintain adequate IV solution inventory levels.
13.
Maintains confidential records through filling and preparation of orders and other medication information.
14.
Demonstrates proficiency in use of hospital-automated medication dispensing system (Pyxis).
15.
Accurately fills unit dose patient medication drawers as assigned.
16.
Demonstrates proficiency in use of departmental telephone system including but not limited to; call transfer, paging, and message taking.
17.
Demonstrates proficiency in effective communication with patients, general public, hospital personnel and fellow employees, in person and via telephone.
18.
Demonstrates proficiency in computer skills for area of responsibility.
19.
Demonstrates proficiency in use of equipment used in primary practice area, including but not limited to use of the Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) compounder.
20.
Completes monthly inspections of area of responsibility on time.
21.
Performs limited duties of pharmacy bookkeeper as assigned.
22.
Is knowledgeable of and actively participates in improving patient safety and reducing risk to patients. Complies with Safety and Infection Control Policies and Procedures.
23.
Knows, understands, incorporates, and demonstrates the Mercy and Trinity Health Mission, Vision, and Values in behaviors, practices, and decisions.
24.
Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations, Mercy and Trinity Health's Organizational Integrity Program, Standards of Conduct, as well as other policies and procedures in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical, and professional behavior.
25.
Maintains confidentiality of information pertaining to clients, physicians, employees, and Mercy business.
26.
Demonstrates general working knowledge of computers and department specific software (i.e. Healthstream, internet, etc.)
27.
Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties so assigned.
MISSION STATEMENT
We serve together in Mercy and Trinity Health, in the spirit of the Gospel, to heal body, mind and spirit, to improve the health of our communities and to steward the resources entrusted to us.
GUIDING BEHAVIORS
The Guiding Behaviors are the behaviors necessary for all of us to achieve our Vision. They are:
* We support each other in serving our patients and communities.
* We communicate openly, honestly, respectfully and directly.
* We are fully present.
* We are all accountable.
* We trust and assume goodness in intentions.
* We are continuous learners.
COMMITMENT
Must be able to embrace and adhere to the Guiding Behaviors of the organization and support the Mission of Trinity Health.
Must demonstrate good work habits such as time management, attendance, punctuality, team building and other behaviors aligned to the Guiding Behaviors of the organization.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Must have GED or High School Diploma, & IPA Certification. Must have basic math and typing skills. Must have successfully completed pharmacy technician training program. Must have completed technician-training objectives in; sterile product formulation, oncology product formulation, centralized pharmacy services. Previous experience in pharmacy setting helpful, but not required. Medical and/or science background helpful, but not required. Must have a general working knowledge of computers and department specific software (i.e. Healthstream, internet, etc.) Must be comfortable operating in a collaborative, shared leadership environment. Must possess a personal presence that is characterized by a sense of honesty, integrity, and caring with the ability to inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission, vision, goals, and values of Mercy and Trinity Health.
Mercy cultivates, upholds and supports a safe work environment. Associates support patient and staff safety by demonstrating aptitude and maintaining organizational employment standards and requirements. Associate job performance is continually appraised and formally evaluated during the course of employment with Mercy.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Must successfully pass employment physical examination and must adhere to applicable organizational requirements on an annual basis for Employee Health Directives. Must possess the ability to comply with Mercy and Trinity Health policies and procedures. During designated shift will frequently lift 30-40 pound case lots of pharmaceuticals and/or IV solutions and continuously bend, stand or walk May occasionally be exposed to aspirated medications. Ability to function under stressful situations. The essential functions for the Pharmacy Tech II position include performing the following physical activities continuously (67-100% of the workday): standing, walking and handling (medications, IV's). Physical activities performed frequently (34-66% of the workday) include bending, reaching, repetitive motion of the fingers/wrist/arm/shoulder and pinching and physical activities performed occasionally (0-33% of the workday) are sitting, crouching/kneeling, climbing, lifting and carrying less than 10 lbs. And pushing and pulling 21-50 lbs.
These essential functions identify the major requirements of the job. They are not an exhaustive list of all job requirements. An employee may be called upon to perform physical actions not specifically identified in this job description.
Trinity Health's Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health employs more than 120,000 colleagues at dozens of hospitals and hundreds of health centers in 21 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.
Trinity Health's dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.
SC101_10010 Pharmacy
Expected Weekly Hours:
35
Shift:
Night Shift
Position Purpose:
Under direct supervision, prepares medication orders, prescriptions, unit dosages and sterile IV products. Assists in maintenance of inventory levels of supplies and equipment. Ensures pharmacist verification of all work performed. Trains new employees and other trainees in daily operations of their responsibility. Adheres to the principles of Service Excellence Guiding Behaviors and the philosophy and mission of Mercy in all aspects of job performance.
Job Description Details:
MERCY MEDICAL CENTERPOSITION DESCRIPTION
Position Title:Pharmacy Technician II
Job Code:1272
Reports To:Director Pharmacy
Pay Grade:PG 14
Dept/Clinic:Pharmacy
FLSA:Non-Exempt
Date:March 2016
OSHA:1 - Exposure
POSITION PURPOSE
Under direct supervision, prepares medication orders, prescriptions, unit dosages and sterile IV products. Assists in maintenance of inventory levels of supplies and equipment. Ensures pharmacist verification of all work performed. Trains new employees and other trainees in daily operations of their responsibility. Adheres to the principles of Service Excellence Guiding Behaviors and the philosophy and mission of Mercy in all aspects of job performance.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES:
1.
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide service/care appropriate to the age of the patients served, in accordance with Mercy standards.
2.
Prepares unit dose medications by repackaging, following established departmental procedures.
3.
Packages and labels medications where appropriate.
4.
Demonstrates proficiency in the use of the pharmacy outpatient computer system, including but not limited to; prescription preparation, third party billing and reversal of claims.
5.
Maintains inventory of drugs and supplies. Maintains records as requested. Appropriately receives and documents shipments of pharmaceuticals and supplies, unpacks, prices and properly places them into inventory.
6.
Maintains pharmacy areas in a clean and orderly manner.
7.
Completely and efficiently fills and delivers medications, orders and supplies to and from patient care units and ancillary departments.
8.
Maintains high level of accuracy essential in preparation of IV admixture and other sterile products by monitoring accuracy level and following standard practices.
9.
Prepares I.V. admixtures as well as any other sterile preparation encountered in pharmacy setting according to departmental policies.
10.
Prepares IV chemotherapy admixtures utilizing chemo batch process according to departmental policies.
11.
Prepares home health admixtures according to established departmental policies as needed.
12.
Answers telephone and in person inquiries from nursing staff with regard to IV orders, delivery times, locations, etc. Closely communicates with nursing units in order to maintain adequate IV solution inventory levels.
13.
Maintains confidential records through filling and preparation of orders and other medication information.
14.
Demonstrates proficiency in use of hospital-automated medication dispensing system (Pyxis).
15.
Accurately fills unit dose patient medication drawers as assigned.
16.
Demonstrates proficiency in use of departmental telephone system including but not limited to; call transfer, paging, and message taking.
17.
Demonstrates proficiency in effective communication with patients, general public, hospital personnel and fellow employees, in person and via telephone.
18.
Demonstrates proficiency in computer skills for area of responsibility.
19.
Demonstrates proficiency in use of equipment used in primary practice area, including but not limited to use of the Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) compounder.
20.
Completes monthly inspections of area of responsibility on time.
21.
Performs limited duties of pharmacy bookkeeper as assigned.
22.
Is knowledgeable of and actively participates in improving patient safety and reducing risk to patients. Complies with Safety and Infection Control Policies and Procedures.
23.
Knows, understands, incorporates, and demonstrates the Mercy and Trinity Health Mission, Vision, and Values in behaviors, practices, and decisions.
24.
Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations, Mercy and Trinity Health's Organizational Integrity Program, Standards of Conduct, as well as other policies and procedures in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical, and professional behavior.
25.
Maintains confidentiality of information pertaining to clients, physicians, employees, and Mercy business.
26.
Demonstrates general working knowledge of computers and department specific software (i.e. Healthstream, internet, etc.)
27.
Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties so assigned.
MISSION STATEMENT
We serve together in Mercy and Trinity Health, in the spirit of the Gospel, to heal body, mind and spirit, to improve the health of our communities and to steward the resources entrusted to us.
GUIDING BEHAVIORS
The Guiding Behaviors are the behaviors necessary for all of us to achieve our Vision. They are:
* We support each other in serving our patients and communities.
* We communicate openly, honestly, respectfully and directly.
* We are fully present.
* We are all accountable.
* We trust and assume goodness in intentions.
* We are continuous learners.
COMMITMENT
Must be able to embrace and adhere to the Guiding Behaviors of the organization and support the Mission of Trinity Health.
Must demonstrate good work habits such as time management, attendance, punctuality, team building and other behaviors aligned to the Guiding Behaviors of the organization.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Must have GED or High School Diploma, & IPA Certification. Must have basic math and typing skills. Must have successfully completed pharmacy technician training program. Must have completed technician-training objectives in; sterile product formulation, oncology product formulation, centralized pharmacy services. Previous experience in pharmacy setting helpful, but not required. Medical and/or science background helpful, but not required. Must have a general working knowledge of computers and department specific software (i.e. Healthstream, internet, etc.) Must be comfortable operating in a collaborative, shared leadership environment. Must possess a personal presence that is characterized by a sense of honesty, integrity, and caring with the ability to inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission, vision, goals, and values of Mercy and Trinity Health.
Mercy cultivates, upholds and supports a safe work environment. Associates support patient and staff safety by demonstrating aptitude and maintaining organizational employment standards and requirements. Associate job performance is continually appraised and formally evaluated during the course of employment with Mercy.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Must successfully pass employment physical examination and must adhere to applicable organizational requirements on an annual basis for Employee Health Directives. Must possess the ability to comply with Mercy and Trinity Health policies and procedures. During designated shift will frequently lift 30-40 pound case lots of pharmaceuticals and/or IV solutions and continuously bend, stand or walk May occasionally be exposed to aspirated medications. Ability to function under stressful situations. The essential functions for the Pharmacy Tech II position include performing the following physical activities continuously (67-100% of the workday): standing, walking and handling (medications, IV's). Physical activities performed frequently (34-66% of the workday) include bending, reaching, repetitive motion of the fingers/wrist/arm/shoulder and pinching and physical activities performed occasionally (0-33% of the workday) are sitting, crouching/kneeling, climbing, lifting and carrying less than 10 lbs. And pushing and pulling 21-50 lbs.
These essential functions identify the major requirements of the job. They are not an exhaustive list of all job requirements. An employee may be called upon to perform physical actions not specifically identified in this job description.
Trinity Health's Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health employs more than 120,000 colleagues at dozens of hospitals and hundreds of health centers in 21 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.
Trinity Health's dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.
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