PHARMACY TECH II
Maryville-TN-37801-United States
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JOB SUMMARY
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JOB SPECIFICATIONS
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Education and/or experience: Certification by Pharmacy Technician Certification Board is required or Pharmacy Intern currently enrolled in a College of Pharmacy. Two years pharmacy experience, completion of accredited technician training program, or pharmacy intern program. Satisfactory performance as Technician I during six-month probation period required.
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Knowledge: Should have working knowledge of drugs names, medical abbreviations, aseptic technique and pharmacy calculations.
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Skills: Good computer and math skills. Proficient performance of at least three of the following functions:
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Preparing cancer chemotherapy admixtures
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Purchasing and inventory control management activities including: maintaining and updating inventory shelf labels; processing vendor returns and recalls; and assisting pharmacist with monthly narcotic inventories and recordkeeping.
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340B inventory control, auditing, and patient management.
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Coordinating unit stock systems, including automated devices.
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Drafting, revising and assisting in implementation of new/revised policies and procedures.
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Coordinating training of new volunteers, students and technical staff.
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Coordinating regular technician meetings.
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Managing automation systems, such as Robot and Carousel
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Proficient order entry skills including: accurately entering orders, alerting pharmacist of drug interactions, allergies, duplicate therapies, unusual dosages, and consults.
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Obtaining and documenting the medication history of patients in the emergency department and patients admitted to hospital.
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Abilities: Ability to communicate clearly. Ability to perform advanced technical skills.
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