Under direct supervision and following prescribed procedures, assists in processing physicians' medication orders. Prepares various drugs and I.V. solutions for delivery to patients and labels pharmaceutical orders. Performs measuring, mixing, and pouring in conjunction with compounding activities for patient care.
Education
HS or equivalent.
Licensures/Certifications: Maryland Registered Pharmacy Technician, required Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) Certification, must obtain national or non-national certification within 90 days of hire
Skills:
Basic knowledge of the metric system.
Basic knowledge of the different types of pharmaceutical dosage forms and drug nomenclature.
Ability to perform the basic ratio and proportion mathematical calculations.
Ability to enter data via various computer applications in a timely manner.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Competent to safety handle medications
Patient &
Workplace
Safety: Employee has knowledge and understanding of patient and workforce safety as it relates to job duties.
Patient
Population: Demonstrates competency in the delivery of care and applies the knowledge to meet age-specific needs if applicable. Principal
Duties and Responsibilities
- Triages telephone calls / window requests.
- Operates pharmacy automation systems to include Medtech, AccuDose, DoseEdge, Medex, Pharmacy Keeper
- Prepares medication for dispensing using the pharmacy operations automated systems.
- Fills medication orders by obtaining appropriate drug products, preparing any necessary labels, completing appropriate records, and completing appropriate records for drug distribution. Notifies pharmacist of any discrepancies.
- Delivers medications as needed throughout the shift.
- Replenishes Pharmacy dispensing stock, places them in the appropriate locations and notifies Pharmacy Purchasing Coordinator of low stock situations. Assists in controlled substance inventory, record keeping and distribution.
- Develops and/or maintains competency in sterile preparations.
- Completes IV validation on a yearly basis.
- Passes Competency Evaluation for Sterile products annually
- Aseptically prepares sterile products using appropriate techniques.
- Maintains clean room in compliance with regulations.
- Assists with maintains all records for sterile processing.
- Performs compounding of medication products using appropriate techniques to measure, pour, and compound.
- Performs miscellaneous departmental housekeeping duties.
- Prepackages oral medications (i.e., tablets, capsules and liquids) and prepares I.V. solutions for dispensing to patients maintaining appropriate records..
- Completes assigned medication unit inspections by the 20th each month.
- Reads e-mail daily on scheduled work days.
- Sorts various documents sent to the department and appropriately distributes accordingly for processing in a timely fashion.
- Identifies and anticipates issues. Takes responsibility to resolve issue.
- Readily accepts challenges and performs assignments effectively.
- Other duties as assigned. All roles must demonstrate GBMC Values: Respect I will treat everyone with courtesy. I will foster a healing environment. Treats others with fairness, kindness, and respect for personal dignity and privacy. Listens and responds appropriately to others’ needs, feelings, and capabilities. Excellence I will strive for superior performance in every aspect of my work. I will recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of others. Meets and/or exceeds customer expectations. Actively pursues learning and self-development. Pays attention to detail; follows through. Accountability I will be professional in the way I act, look and speak. I will take ownership to solve problems. Sets a positive, professional example for others. Takes ownership of problems and does what is needed to solve them. Appropriately plans and utilizes required resources for various job duties. Reports to work regularly and on time. Teamwork I will be engaged and collaborative. I will keep people informed. Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others for the success of the team. Addresses and resolves conflict in a positive way. Seeks out the ideas of others to reach the best solutions. Acknowledges and celebrates the contribution of others. Ethical Behavior I will always act with honesty and integrity. I will protect the patient. Demonstrates honesty, integrity and good judgment. Respects the cultural, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of patients/families/coworkers. Results I will set goals and measure outcomes that support organizational goals. I will give and accept help to achieve goals. Embraces change and improvement in the work environment. Continuously seeks to improve the quality of products/services. Displays flexibility in dealing with new situations or obstacles. Achieves results on time by focusing on priorities and manages time efficiently. Pay Range $19.92 - $29.87 Final salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications, education, experience and alignment with our organizational needs. Equal Employment Opportunity GBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity 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.
