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Job Title
Pharmacy Technician - Inpatient
Location
Vero Beach
Facility
Indian River Hospital
Department
Ancillary Pharmacy-Indian River Hospital
Job Code
000602
Shift
Variable
Schedule
5:00am-1:30pm/10:00am-6:30pm
Job Summary
Join Cleveland Clinic's Indian River team, where you will work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-first healthcare. Cleveland Clinic is recognized as the No. 4 hospital in the nation, according to the U.S. News & World Report. At Cleveland Clinic, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. As an Inpatient Pharmacy Technician, you will:
- Support the pharmacist on duty in providing pharmacy services.
- Package, prepare, and distribute medications.
- Be responsible for inventory control.
- Provide courteous customer service.
- Maintain pharmacy records.
The ideal future caregiver is someone who:
- Is professional, responsible, and punctual.
- Thrives in a team environment.
- Demonstrates a strong work ethic.
- Effectively multi-tasks while paying attention to details and staying organized.
- Has previous inpatient pharmacy technician experience.
Cleveland Clinic provides what matters most: career growth, delivering world-class care to our patients, continuous learning, exceptional benefits and working for an organization that offers many long-term career paths. Join us and experience a culture where opportunities to advance and the support to get there go hand-in-hand.
Job Responsibilities
Preparation Accurate and timely preparation of medications which may include selection, labeling, repackaging, non-sterile compounding, and sterile compounding.
Distribution Accurate and timely delivery of medications to the appropriate storage locations.
Inventory Maintains accurate and appropriate inventories of medications and supplies. Accurately and timely completion of assigned inventory audits such as cycle counts and nursing unit inspections.
Regulatory compliance Maintains a safe and clean work area by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations. Documents regulatory requirements such as temperature logs, scheduled activities, and training in an accurate and timely manner.
Communication and teamwork Communicates with other caregivers and patients in an effective and positive manner. Demonstrates emotional control and intelligence in managing work relationships. Attends and actively participates in team huddles and meetings. Assist with pharmacy caregiver and student training. Shares responsibility for accomplishment of the team's tasks and goals.
Technology Appropriately uses information systems, technology, and automation to complete assigned tasks.
Other duties as assigned.
Education
High School Diploma or GED.
Completion of a formal pharmacy technician training program preferred.
Certifications
Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) is preferred at time of hire. CPhT through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) is required within 18 months. Licensed in Florida as a registered pharmacy technician.
Complexity of Work
Ability to perform algebraic calculations necessary for the preparation of extemporaneous compounds. Proficient in basic computer skills.
Work Experience
Six month of hospital experience preferred.
Physical Requirements
Typical physical demands include ability to perform the job while standing, walking, reaching, stretching and sitting for prolonged periods; manual dexterity sufficient to perform computer, dispensing, and compounding.
Personal Protective Equipment
Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our tobacco free and drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substance and nicotine. All new caregivers must clear a nicotine test within their 90-day new hire period. Candidates for employment who are impacted by Cleveland Clinic Health System's Smoking Policy will be permitted to reapply for open positions after one year.
Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.
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