Pharmacy Technician - IV Compounding - Tufts Medical Center : Job Details

Schedule

Day shift, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Job ProfileSummary

​This role focuses onprovidingpharmacy related services in a hospital or retail setting.In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Pharmacy Services duties: Delivers pharmaceuticals. Includes professionals who are trained and sometimes licensed to dispense medicine/controlled substances.An organizational related support or service (administrative or clerical) role or a role that focuses on support of daily business activities (e.g., technical, clinical, non-clinical)operatingin a“hands on” environment.The majority oftime is spentinthe delivery of support services or activities, typically under supervision.A senior level role that requires broad knowledge of operational procedures and tools obtained through extensive work experience and may require vocational or technical education.Works under limited supervision for routine situations,provides assistanceand training tolower levelemployees, and problems typically are not routine and require analysis to understand.

Job Overview

Under the general supervision of a pharmacist, this role performs pharmacy-related functions in compliance with department policies and procedures thatprovideoptimalpharmaceutical care.This roleis responsible forprovidingpharmacy services, including, but not limited to preparing pharmaceuticals, distributing pharmaceuticals, performing inventory control, compliance audits, financial transactions,providingcustomer service, andmaintainingpharmacy records.This role is also responsible forassistingwith ordering, receiving, and inspecting medication and supplies.

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications:

1. High school diploma or equivalent.

2.Certified Pharmacy Technician(CPhT).

3.Massachusetts Pharmacy TechnicianRegistration.

4. One (1) year of pharmacy-related experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

1.Associate'sdegree.

2.Two (2) Years of pharmacy-related experience in a hospital setting.

Duties and Responsibilities:Theduties and responsibilities listedbeloware intended to describe the general nature of workandare not intended to be an all-inclusive list.Other dutiesand responsibilitiesmay be assigned.

1.Participatesin advanced financial transaction and audit activities.

2.Completes routine benefit investigation forhigh costand complex medications.

3.Performs audits of narcoticutilization, inventory control, and cost accounting or billing for specialized areas.

4.Engages in advanced customer service activities.

5.Investigates and resolves medication issues orrequest, andcommunicates directly with patients or health care providers.

6.Communicates medication-related issues to allappropriate heathcare professionals.

7.Completes advanced data collection activities.

8.Completes medication profile data collection and medication history collection.

9.Communicates effectively with nursing, physicians, and ancillary services to meet the needs of these departments andmaintainsa positive working relationship and image of the pharmacy department.

10.Maintains collaborative, team relationships with peers and colleagues in order to effectively contribute to the working groups achievement of goals, and to help foster a positive work environment.

The following duties only apply to hospital technicians:

1.Performs complex non-sterile and hazardous sterile medication preparation activities.

2.Operatesadvanced, innovative technology toassistinpreparationof sterile products.

3.Makes complex allergy testing kits that require serial dilutions (complex math calculations).

4.Prepares a variety of products including specialized dilutions and specialty infusions.

5.Partakes in advanced medication dispensing activities.

6.Performs process validationutilizingbar code scanning technology i.e., technology checks technician.

7.Removes scheduled II-IV medications from the narcotic vault for the replenishment of automated dispensing cabinets.

8. Navigates workflows for high priority orders and prescriptions.

9. Displays versatility within the operations to supporttimelymedication dispensing.

Physical Requirements:

1. Ability to walk and stand 90% of the day and to occasionallylift upto 30lbs.

2. Frequent reaching andgrasping below,at, and above shoulder level.

3. Pushing and/or pushing non-motorized equipment (e.g.carts, IV rolling rack, and medication rolling racks, etc.) weighing 40 to 60lbs.

4. Requires manual dexterity using fine hand manipulation tooperateprescription medications and computer keyboard.

5.Abilityto see medications, computer screen,and reports.

6. Reading automated dispensing reports regularly.

7. Works in an area with some discomfort due to dust, dirt, and temperature changes.

8. May be exposed to broken glass and some exposure to hazardous chemicals.

Skills&Abilities:

1.Ability to be organized and systematic.

2. Ability to communicate effectively.

3.Ability to perform work ina timelyand efficient manner.

4.Possessexcellent telephone etiquetteskills.

5. Extensiveknowledge of medications including:Brand and generic names, dosing forms, indications, formulary status and strengths.

6.Applies to Hospital Technicians Only:Knowledge ofhazardous substance handling,complex sterile compounding techniques,and mathematical calculations.

Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community healthcare to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, MelroseWakefield Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford, Care at Home - an expansive home care network, and large integrated physician network. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at Tufts Medicine. Tufts Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation by emailing us [email protected].