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Pharmacy Technician

Johns Hopkins Medical Management Corporation

#Inventory Management #Healthcare #Pharmacy Technician #Medication Orders #Sterile Compounding #Pharmaceuticals #Automated Dispensing Machines #PTCB #Hospital Pharmacy

Quick overview

The Pharmacy Technician assists pharmacists in preparing and delivering medications and pharmaceutical products. Responsibilities include managing automated dispensing machines, maintaining accurate records, and handling inventory and hazardous materials.

Requirements summary

Candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED and at least 6 months of hospital pharmacy technician experience. Registration with the state of Maryland and PTCB certification are required.

high schoolprofessional certificateInventory ManagementMedication PreparationMedical DocumentationPatient Care DeliverySterile CompoundingPharmacy AutomationHazardous Medication HandlingNon-sterile Compounding

Job description

Overview Johns Hopkins Intrastaff is the internal staffing agency for the Johns Hopkins Health System and partner hospitals, providing temporary support to a variety of the Johns Hopkins locations.
Our employees are the strength of our service.
Intrastaff is unique because it's one of the very few agencies where a person has the benefit of being a temporary employee and also feels like a member of a large organization.
Working at Hopkins means joining a culturally diverse team that includes some of the best nurses, physicians and allied health professionals in the world.
Directly or indirectly, you'll have exposure to cutting-edge technology and groundbreaking medical research.

Payrate

$24-$26/hr. (Based on
Experience)
Location:
Johns
Hopkins
Care at
Home
Central
Fill
Pharmacy
Schedule:
Monday-
Friday 7:30am to 4:00pm

Responsibilities

The Pharmacy Technician is responsible for assisting central pharmacists and technicians in the delivery of medications and pharmaceutical products under direct supervision of a Pharmacist. Documents and updates documentation on various pharmaceutical products that are loaded in the automated dispensing machines. Communicates with pharmacy staff and nurses about medication when necessary and appropriate. Prepare medications accurately in accordance with prescriptions and medication orders. Assist in the preparation of sterile and non-sterile compounds. Maintain accurate records, including labeling, documentation, and tracking of medications. Support inventory management by ordering, receiving, and stocking medications and supplies. Deliver medications to patient care areas following established procedures. Monitor expiration dates and remove expired medications from inventory. Handle hazardous medications in compliance with safety policies and procedures. Communicate effectively with pharmacists, nurses, and other healthcare team members. Report medication errors or potential issues in accordance with guidelines. Maintain and clean pharmacy equipment and automation systems. Participate in ongoing education and training program.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required. 6 months of Hospital Pharmacy Technician experience required. Must be registered as a Pharmacy Technician with state of Maryland. Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) required. Maintains continuing education requirements Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.