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Saint Vincent Hospital

Pharmacy Tech I FT Rotating

Saint Vincent Hospital, Worcester, Massachusetts, us, 01609

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$5,000

Sign‑on Bonus Based on Eligibility Saint Vincent Hospital

offers a whole new experience in health care. Combining an advanced, state‑of‑the‑art facility with a commitment to providing the best quality of life to members of the Worcester community, Saint Vincent Hospital excels at offering the best care in a friendly atmosphere. From advanced heart and vascular services to comprehensive orthopedics and rehabilitation programs, our robust surgical facility—including Da Vinci robotic surgery and CyberKnife technology—and comfortable, compassionate women & infants programs mean you don’t have to travel far for high‑quality health care: we’re right here in the heart of Worcester. Onboarding Process : Candidates must successfully complete a background check and pre‑employment health screening, including a drug screen. Summary

The individual in this position acts under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist and provides assistance in dispensing functions, including purchasing, inventory control of all drug classes, sterile product preparation and associated equipment maintenance, and automated dispensing cabinet equipment and inventory maintenance. The role also performs technical duties to maintain pharmaceutical dispensing functions for all neonate, child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients, including inpatients and outpatients. Responsibilities

Accurately fill and label medication orders with correct strength, dosage form, and quantity in a timely manner. Accurately stock automated dispensing cabinets (ADCs) in a timely manner. Fill/refill emergency crash carts, boxes, and kits timely and accurately. Re‑package and label oral medications/extemporaneous preparations and maintain appropriate records. Respond appropriately to requests for STAT orders, routine orders, department requests, and ADC stock‑out bulletins. Assure all medications are checked by a pharmacist prior to dispensing. Stock medications into pharmacy inventory, including sterile compounding areas. Maintain adequate medication stock levels and proper storage of medications. Deliver medications to patient care areas. Attend to medication requests and phone calls. Prepare simple IV admixtures (excluding chemotherapy, biotherapy) accurately, consistent with IV policies and procedures (USP and USP). Comply with state and federal regulatory requirements, Joint Commission standards, and Tenet and hospital policies and procedures. Assist in performing various duties as assigned. Qualifications

Education

– High school graduate or equivalent. Experience

– Must be 18 years of age. Preferred: Hospital experience. Certifications

Required: Registered Pharmacy Technician license/certification, as required by state law. Preferred: Accredited training in sterile products preparation and IV Admixture Certification. Physical Demand

Lift/position up to 50 lbs. Push/pull up to 50 lbs. of force. Frequent standing and walking. Frequent reaching, stooping, and bending. Requires manual dexterity, mobility, touch, and auditory ability to perform all related duties. Vaccination

Tenet complies with federal, state, and/or local laws regarding mandatory vaccination of its workforce. If offered this position and required to be vaccinated under applicable law, proof of full vaccination or an exemption must be provided before start date. Exemption holders must submit to regular testing as required by law. Equal Employment Opportunity

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. Seniority Level

Associate Employment Type

Full‑time Job Function

Health Care Provider Industry

Hospitals and Health Care and Medical Practices Massachusetts, United States

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