Position Summary: Under the technical direction of a registered Pharmacist, performs a variety of clerical functions and duties relating to the distribution of medications and other functions of Pharmacy Services.

Position Performance Area/Expectations: 

Medication Preparation for Distribution

• Completely and accurately fills all orders within the requested time frame.


• Accurately and completely prepares unit dose tablets, capsules, and oral liquids.


• Accurately and completely prepares intravenous admixtures, including chemotherapy and hyperalimentation, abiding to aseptic technique.


• Properly maintains IV cleanroom per policies and procedures.


• Ensures Pharmacist checks each order before distribution.


• Has authority to transport medication(s)  throughout organization including off campus locations

Automated Dispensing Units

• Maintains adequate stock levels in order to prevent shortages; does not overstock.


• Completely and accurately refills the units within the assigned time frame.


• Follows through when discrepancies are discovered, according to policies and procedures.

Labeling and Documentation

• Labels all medications according to pharmacy policy and procedures.


• Affixes cautionary statements and explanation labels as needed.


• Maintains complete and accurate logs/ records.

 

Inventory and Supplies

• Checks expiration dates on all dated supplies.


• Rotates stock and disposes of outdated supplies according to pharmacy guidelines.


• Reorders medication and supplies to prevent shortages; does not overstock.

Equipment

• Operates all equipment according to manufacturers’ specifications and policy.


• Notifies Manager of needed repairs to prevent any further equipment damage.

Support Functions

• Reviews patient charges from code blue box and adjusts promptly and accurately.


• Answers phone inquiries promptly and courteously.


• Triages requests from nurses.


• Utilizes EPIC to complete job functions.

Position Requirements:

• High School Diploma


• Illinois license for Pharmacy Technician


• Keyboarding experience.


• Numerical aptitude.


• Pharmacy Certification is required


• Ability to speak and write English fluently.

$25.00/hour