Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Certified Pharmacy Technician - Investigational Drug Services
Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, Tennessee, United States, 37247
Pharmacy Clinical Team Lead-VUH IDS
Performs tasks within the pharmacy in direct support of the ongoing duties and responsibilities of a pharmacist with occasional guidance. Tasks performed contribute directly to the preparation and/or dispensing of a final dosage form for administration to a patient and are directly supervised by a pharmacist. Provides customer service by answering phone requests and triaging calls to the appropriate person if they cannot answer the requested information. Applies departmental processes regarding inventory control. Vanderbilt Health is hiring a Certified Pharmacy Technician to join the Investigational Drug Services team! Position Highlights: Provides support for clinical trials at Vanderbilt University Hospital on the main campus. Responsible for inventory management, dispensing investigational medication preparations, meeting compliance requirements and other operational needs in IDS. Four 10-hour shifts. No weekends. Previous IV experience is preferred. Must be a Certified Pharmacy Technician through either PTCB or NHA. Key Responsibilities: Assists the pharmacist in the preparation, dispensing and/or distribution of medications. Applies departmental processes regarding inventory control. Performs activities as directed by Pharmacists &/or Pharmacy Managers in accordance with federal, state and local laws/regulations and hospital policies. Delivers outstanding customer service to both internal and external customers. Operates computer systems and utilizes technology. The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned. Technical Capabilities: Pharmaceutical Computer Literacy (Fundamental Awareness): Has demonstrated a basic understanding of computers or has successfully completed training for applications that are used to support medication use processes. Pharmaceutical Drug Preparation, Dispensing & Distribution (Novice): Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency to successfully review, prepare, dispense and distribute prescribed medications. Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance & Compliance (Novice): Demonstrates working knowledge of the appropriate rules and regulations as they apply to the department and work areas. Drug Inventory & Records Management (Novice): Possesses fundamental proficiency working with drug inventory and records management. Allied health is among the fastest growing occupations in healthcare today. This area can be defined as credentialed professionals who perform supportive, diagnostic, and therapeutic health care services to promote health and prevent disease in a variety of settings. These areas are crucial to Vanderbilt Health's reputation for excellence in these areas that has made us a major center for patient referrals from throughout the Mid-South. Each year, people throughout Tennessee and the southeast choose Vanderbilt Health for their health care because of our leadership in medical science and our dedication to treating patients with dignity and compassion. Core Accountabilities: Organizational Impact: Performs tasks that are typically routine that may impact team's performance with occasional guidance. Problem Solving/Complexity of work: Utilizes some discretion and research to solve routine problems. Breadth of Knowledge: Applies knowledge of standards, established processes and procedure that apply to your own job. Team Interaction: Provides guidance to entry level co-workers. Core Capabilities: Supporting Colleagues: Develops Self and Others: Continuously improves own skills by identifying development opportunities. Communicates Effectively: Openly shares information with others and communicates in a clear and courteous manner. Delivering Excellent Services: Serves Others with Compassion: Invests time to understand the problems, needs of others and how to provide excellent service. Ensuring High Quality: Performs Excellent Work: Checks work quality before delivery and asks relevant questions to meet quality standards. Managing Resources Effectively: Demonstrates Accountability: Takes responsibility for completing assigned activities and thinks beyond standard approaches to provide high-quality work/service. Fostering Innovation: Applies Technology: Absorbs new technology quickly; understands when to utilize the appropriate tools and procedures to ensure proper course of action. Adapts to Change: Embraces changes by keeping an open mind to changing plans and incorporates change instructions into own area of work. Position Qualifications: Certifications: Certified Pharmacy Technician - National Healthcareer Association, Certified Pharmacy Technician - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board, LIC-Pharmacy Technician - Tennessee. Work Experience: Relevant Work Experience. Experience Level: Less than 1 year. Education: Graduate of an approved discipline specific program. Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled.
Performs tasks within the pharmacy in direct support of the ongoing duties and responsibilities of a pharmacist with occasional guidance. Tasks performed contribute directly to the preparation and/or dispensing of a final dosage form for administration to a patient and are directly supervised by a pharmacist. Provides customer service by answering phone requests and triaging calls to the appropriate person if they cannot answer the requested information. Applies departmental processes regarding inventory control. Vanderbilt Health is hiring a Certified Pharmacy Technician to join the Investigational Drug Services team! Position Highlights: Provides support for clinical trials at Vanderbilt University Hospital on the main campus. Responsible for inventory management, dispensing investigational medication preparations, meeting compliance requirements and other operational needs in IDS. Four 10-hour shifts. No weekends. Previous IV experience is preferred. Must be a Certified Pharmacy Technician through either PTCB or NHA. Key Responsibilities: Assists the pharmacist in the preparation, dispensing and/or distribution of medications. Applies departmental processes regarding inventory control. Performs activities as directed by Pharmacists &/or Pharmacy Managers in accordance with federal, state and local laws/regulations and hospital policies. Delivers outstanding customer service to both internal and external customers. Operates computer systems and utilizes technology. The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned. Technical Capabilities: Pharmaceutical Computer Literacy (Fundamental Awareness): Has demonstrated a basic understanding of computers or has successfully completed training for applications that are used to support medication use processes. Pharmaceutical Drug Preparation, Dispensing & Distribution (Novice): Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency to successfully review, prepare, dispense and distribute prescribed medications. Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance & Compliance (Novice): Demonstrates working knowledge of the appropriate rules and regulations as they apply to the department and work areas. Drug Inventory & Records Management (Novice): Possesses fundamental proficiency working with drug inventory and records management. Allied health is among the fastest growing occupations in healthcare today. This area can be defined as credentialed professionals who perform supportive, diagnostic, and therapeutic health care services to promote health and prevent disease in a variety of settings. These areas are crucial to Vanderbilt Health's reputation for excellence in these areas that has made us a major center for patient referrals from throughout the Mid-South. Each year, people throughout Tennessee and the southeast choose Vanderbilt Health for their health care because of our leadership in medical science and our dedication to treating patients with dignity and compassion. Core Accountabilities: Organizational Impact: Performs tasks that are typically routine that may impact team's performance with occasional guidance. Problem Solving/Complexity of work: Utilizes some discretion and research to solve routine problems. Breadth of Knowledge: Applies knowledge of standards, established processes and procedure that apply to your own job. Team Interaction: Provides guidance to entry level co-workers. Core Capabilities: Supporting Colleagues: Develops Self and Others: Continuously improves own skills by identifying development opportunities. Communicates Effectively: Openly shares information with others and communicates in a clear and courteous manner. Delivering Excellent Services: Serves Others with Compassion: Invests time to understand the problems, needs of others and how to provide excellent service. Ensuring High Quality: Performs Excellent Work: Checks work quality before delivery and asks relevant questions to meet quality standards. Managing Resources Effectively: Demonstrates Accountability: Takes responsibility for completing assigned activities and thinks beyond standard approaches to provide high-quality work/service. Fostering Innovation: Applies Technology: Absorbs new technology quickly; understands when to utilize the appropriate tools and procedures to ensure proper course of action. Adapts to Change: Embraces changes by keeping an open mind to changing plans and incorporates change instructions into own area of work. Position Qualifications: Certifications: Certified Pharmacy Technician - National Healthcareer Association, Certified Pharmacy Technician - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board, LIC-Pharmacy Technician - Tennessee. Work Experience: Relevant Work Experience. Experience Level: Less than 1 year. Education: Graduate of an approved discipline specific program. Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled.