Convent Hospital
Job Summary:
Full Time
Varied 40 hours a week Job Summary
The Pharmacy Technician III will perform many pharmacy-related functions under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist and perform administrative/operational functions of the department
to including
but not limited to medication preparation, distribution, and inventory maintenance.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Supports and promotes the mission and values of Covenant Health Ministry. Assists in routine preparation of medications and inventory management. Prepares and compounds non-sterile compounds and sterile compounds, including hazardous medications. Demonstrates
ability
to calculate figures and amounts relating to dosage calculations. Stays up to date with continuing education requirements pertaining to general pharmacy practice, as well as sterile compounding. Assists in the prescription filling process in different
settings
including the inpatient pharmacy, outpatient pharmacy, and infusion center. Issues pharmacy supplies to various departments throughout the hospital. Helps maintain an orderly, clean
environment
including cleanliness of pharmacy stock and supplies. Removes unneeded or outdated drugs from stock and prepares
for
return or disposal. Assists the Pharmacy Inventory Coordinator with maintaining pharmacy inventory and performs purchasing duties as needed. Participates in the training of new pharmacy technicians. Assists in the supervision of new pharmacy technicians. Assists with medication area inspections throughout the organization. Assists with special projects. Exercises care in the operation and use of hospital equipment and reference materials.
Performs routine cleaning and preventative maintenance to ensure
continuing
functions of equipment.
Maintains work areas in a clean and organized manner. Performs general clerical duties for the department. Reports to work as scheduled or
communicates
deviations to
Director
of Pharmacy and Employee Health (if applicable) Adheres to Personal Appearance Policy Performs work within specified
time frames . Adapts positively to frequent interruptions and changes in workload. Demonstrates sound professional judgment consistent with clinical/academic background. Complies with all requirements related to risk management, safety, security, and infection control. Adheres to health system and departmental policies and procedures.
Complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations. Works cooperatively with all staff.
Voices concerns and suggestions to appropriate persons in a positive
manner . Participates in departmental and organizational performance improvement and
CQI
activities. Supports and promotes the mission and values of Covenant Health and the Catholic Health Ministry. Other duties
as
consistent with this role.
Job Requirements:
(education and experience/preferred and required) Job knowledge and skills Ability to be committed to the observation of aseptic techniques in handling sterile products and equipment, and the maintenance of a stringently clean work area at all times. Ability to deliver patient care in a manner that is appropriate to the demographics and/ or specific needs of the patient population served by the hospital. Demonstrates proficiency in assessing,
responding , and adapting treatment of care to meet the needs of the patient population served by the hospital. Ability to extend hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction. Ability to pick, pinch, type or otherwise work with fingers rather than the whole hand.
Ability to apply pressure to object with fingers and
palm Ability to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken and written
word . Ability to receive detailed information through oral and written communication (e.g., in normal office
setting ), and to make fine discrimination in sound. Ability to plan and perform a wide variety of duties requiring general knowledge of policies and procedures applicable
for
that area.
Requires considerable judgment to work independently toward general results, devising methods, modifying, or adapting standard procedures to meet different conditions, making decisions based on precedent and
policy Ability to establish and maintain communications and positive working relationships within the department and with other hospital departments.
Ability to develop relationships with patients, employees, regulatory agencies, vendors, and the public. Ability to accept constructive feedback and initiate appropriate actions to correct situations. Visual acuity
sufficient
for work which deals largely with preparing and analyzing data and figures, computer terminal operation, extensive reading.
Operation of machines (including inspection), using measurement devices, assembly, or fabrication of parts at distances close to the eyes. Ability to endure periods of heavy workload or excessive stress; ability to work with frequent interruptions and respond appropriately to unexpected situations
Education and Experience National Certification by
a
NH Board of
Pharmacy approved
certification organization (PTCB preferred)
required . NH Certified Pharmacy Technician with the State of NH Board of Pharmacy required. Sterile compounding attestation from the State of NH Board of Pharmacy prior to independent sterile compounding
required . Two years of institutional pharmacy technician experience
strongly
preferred. Advanced Pharmacy Technician with the State of NH Board of Pharmacy preferred. High school diploma or GED certificate
strongly
preferred. Hospital experience preferred.
An equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed above may be substituted for the above education and experience requirements.
Covenant Health Mission Statement We are a Catholic health ministry, providing healing and care for the whole person, in service to all in our communities.
Our Core Values: Compassion We show respect, caring and sensitivity towards all, honoring the dignity of each person, especially the poor, vulnerable and suffering.
Integrity We promote justice and ethical behavior, and responsibly steward our human, financial and environmental resources.
Collaboration We work in partnership, dialogue and shared purpose to create healthy communities.
Excellence We deliver all services with the highest level of quality, while seeking creative innovation.
Applicants, employees and former employees are protected from employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, and genetic information (including family medical history).
Comp Range: $18.62 - $27.92
Varied 40 hours a week Job Summary
The Pharmacy Technician III will perform many pharmacy-related functions under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist and perform administrative/operational functions of the department
to including
but not limited to medication preparation, distribution, and inventory maintenance.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Supports and promotes the mission and values of Covenant Health Ministry. Assists in routine preparation of medications and inventory management. Prepares and compounds non-sterile compounds and sterile compounds, including hazardous medications. Demonstrates
ability
to calculate figures and amounts relating to dosage calculations. Stays up to date with continuing education requirements pertaining to general pharmacy practice, as well as sterile compounding. Assists in the prescription filling process in different
settings
including the inpatient pharmacy, outpatient pharmacy, and infusion center. Issues pharmacy supplies to various departments throughout the hospital. Helps maintain an orderly, clean
environment
including cleanliness of pharmacy stock and supplies. Removes unneeded or outdated drugs from stock and prepares
for
return or disposal. Assists the Pharmacy Inventory Coordinator with maintaining pharmacy inventory and performs purchasing duties as needed. Participates in the training of new pharmacy technicians. Assists in the supervision of new pharmacy technicians. Assists with medication area inspections throughout the organization. Assists with special projects. Exercises care in the operation and use of hospital equipment and reference materials.
Performs routine cleaning and preventative maintenance to ensure
continuing
functions of equipment.
Maintains work areas in a clean and organized manner. Performs general clerical duties for the department. Reports to work as scheduled or
communicates
deviations to
Director
of Pharmacy and Employee Health (if applicable) Adheres to Personal Appearance Policy Performs work within specified
time frames . Adapts positively to frequent interruptions and changes in workload. Demonstrates sound professional judgment consistent with clinical/academic background. Complies with all requirements related to risk management, safety, security, and infection control. Adheres to health system and departmental policies and procedures.
Complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations. Works cooperatively with all staff.
Voices concerns and suggestions to appropriate persons in a positive
manner . Participates in departmental and organizational performance improvement and
CQI
activities. Supports and promotes the mission and values of Covenant Health and the Catholic Health Ministry. Other duties
as
consistent with this role.
Job Requirements:
(education and experience/preferred and required) Job knowledge and skills Ability to be committed to the observation of aseptic techniques in handling sterile products and equipment, and the maintenance of a stringently clean work area at all times. Ability to deliver patient care in a manner that is appropriate to the demographics and/ or specific needs of the patient population served by the hospital. Demonstrates proficiency in assessing,
responding , and adapting treatment of care to meet the needs of the patient population served by the hospital. Ability to extend hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction. Ability to pick, pinch, type or otherwise work with fingers rather than the whole hand.
Ability to apply pressure to object with fingers and
palm Ability to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken and written
word . Ability to receive detailed information through oral and written communication (e.g., in normal office
setting ), and to make fine discrimination in sound. Ability to plan and perform a wide variety of duties requiring general knowledge of policies and procedures applicable
for
that area.
Requires considerable judgment to work independently toward general results, devising methods, modifying, or adapting standard procedures to meet different conditions, making decisions based on precedent and
policy Ability to establish and maintain communications and positive working relationships within the department and with other hospital departments.
Ability to develop relationships with patients, employees, regulatory agencies, vendors, and the public. Ability to accept constructive feedback and initiate appropriate actions to correct situations. Visual acuity
sufficient
for work which deals largely with preparing and analyzing data and figures, computer terminal operation, extensive reading.
Operation of machines (including inspection), using measurement devices, assembly, or fabrication of parts at distances close to the eyes. Ability to endure periods of heavy workload or excessive stress; ability to work with frequent interruptions and respond appropriately to unexpected situations
Education and Experience National Certification by
a
NH Board of
Pharmacy approved
certification organization (PTCB preferred)
required . NH Certified Pharmacy Technician with the State of NH Board of Pharmacy required. Sterile compounding attestation from the State of NH Board of Pharmacy prior to independent sterile compounding
required . Two years of institutional pharmacy technician experience
strongly
preferred. Advanced Pharmacy Technician with the State of NH Board of Pharmacy preferred. High school diploma or GED certificate
strongly
preferred. Hospital experience preferred.
An equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed above may be substituted for the above education and experience requirements.
Covenant Health Mission Statement We are a Catholic health ministry, providing healing and care for the whole person, in service to all in our communities.
Our Core Values: Compassion We show respect, caring and sensitivity towards all, honoring the dignity of each person, especially the poor, vulnerable and suffering.
Integrity We promote justice and ethical behavior, and responsibly steward our human, financial and environmental resources.
Collaboration We work in partnership, dialogue and shared purpose to create healthy communities.
Excellence We deliver all services with the highest level of quality, while seeking creative innovation.
Applicants, employees and former employees are protected from employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, and genetic information (including family medical history).
Comp Range: $18.62 - $27.92