Baylor Scott & White Health
Location
Rowlett, Texas
The Pharmacy Technician assists in the distribution of medications and related functions, maintaining a specialized area of responsibility. Responsibilities include entering medication orders, compounding, inventory control, and assisting patients and medical staff under supervision.
A high school diploma or GED is required along with at least one year of experience. Certification as a Pharmacy Technician or Pharmacy Intern from the TX Board of Pharmacy is also necessary.
The Pharmacy Technician 2 assists in the technical aspects of the distribution of medications and related functions, with the ability to perform tasks independently and to maintain a specialized area of responsibility while aiding in the delivery of pharmaceutical care.
Maintains a specialized area of responsibility while aiding in the delivery of care in areas such as Purchasing, Receiving, Auditing, Sterile and nonsterile compounding, Billing, Informatics, Medication Reconciliation, Licensing, Contracting, and Marketing.
Enters medication orders from doctors' order sheets/prescriptions and fills according to label, ensuring that the correct product is dispensed and that the dosage form and charge quantity are in accordance with formulary; enters correct billing data as required. Completes and files appropriate paperwork to ensure payment for and delivery of pharmacy supplies. Monitors lost charges.
Orders supplies daily and coordinates returns for credit when pharmaceuticals have expired.
Coordinates the Drug Recall Process.
Assists in maintaining a clean, orderly, and fully stocked work environment in accordance with established policies and procedures. Performs inventory control: Stocking, cleaning and facing prescription and OTC shelves.
Compounds or admixes ingredients appropriately for dispensing, cart fill and sterile preparation while under the supervision of the Pharmacist.
Perform IV admixtures using aseptic techniques and in compliance with accepted regulatory standards as required.
Helps patients and medical staff with nonjudgmental questions under the direct supervision of a pharmacist preceptor. Answers simple questions from medical staff and patients.
Delivers medication appropriately to patients, and delivers delivery carts to floors daily.
General understanding of Pharmacy Care modalities, terminology, pharmaceutical calculations, terminology, drug use and aseptic techniques, standards, and equipment.
Knowledge of procedures and standards for the labeling and dispensing of prescription medications.
Must be able to read, write and follow instructions and flow chart protocols.
Ability to sort, check, count, and verify numbers.
Ability to follow established safety, infection control, environmental and isolation practices and procedures at all times.
Interpersonal skills required to interact effectively with patients and staff.
using required software applications, data entry, information security, electronic medical documentation, hand held scanning and email.
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