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.
