Pharmacy Technician Specialist Transitional Care
Pharmacy Technician Specialist Transitional Care
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Job Summary
The Pharmacy Technician Specialist is responsible for providing pharmacy services including but not limited to dispensing preparing compounding and delivering pharmaceuticals performing inventory control compliance audits financial transactions providing customer service and/or maintaining pharmacy records; is responsible for calculation measurement and compounding in accordance with USP and other best practice standards; works as part of an interdisciplinary patient care team and under direction of the Clinical Pharmacist(s) Clinical Pharmacy Specialists and/or other pharmacist leaders; performs technical pharmacy tasks such as medication history collection or specialized medication handling compounding and or processing; performs specialized pharmacyfocused tasks such as optimizing daily operations through automation technology and information systems management data analysis purchasing and inventory management (including controlled substances) 340B compliance and data analysis regulatory standards compliance diversion monitoring and prevention transitional care coordination and/or investigational drug services; is a role model to other departmental team members and actively participates in the onboarding and training of staff under the direction and guidance of Pharmacy Leadership; may provide oversight to daily operations of the department assisting with compliance activities supporting the pharmacy leaders and pharmacistsincharge; is designed to utilize and extend knowledge and competency while performing technical pharmacy functions of the Ambulatory Pharmacy Inpatient Pharmacy Infusion Pharmacy or Pharmaceutical Research Center.
Specific responsibilities of the Pharmacy Technician Specialist will be documented and retained internally by the Department of Pharmacy
Primary Responsibilities
The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job responsibilities performed.
Selects packages and labels medication and supply orders for inspection and approval by a pharmacist. Processes medication orders following proper protocol including accurate data entry of patient information insurance information (if applicable) and medication order details for verification. Selects correct drug product fills and matches labels for each medication order.
Maintains tracks and monitors inventory levels of medications and pharmaceutical supplies in accordance with established par levels and informs the appropriate individual of stock needs and shortages.
Uses general knowledge of medical informatics including orderentry systems automated dispensing devices barcode technology systems which may include packaging devices and/or barcode medication administration (BCMA) systems clinical integrated systems and system/application maintenance in the performance of daily duties.
Delivery of medications pharmacy products and/or pharmacy services to patients agents of the patient or patient care areas in compliance with regulatory standards pertaining to medication handling storage and/or security.
Calculates measures and compounds medications in accordance with USP 795 USP 797 USP 800 and/or other established practices and policies; may include nonsterile compounding sterile compounding and hazardous medication compounding.
In collaboration with the health care team pharmacist and/or patient identifies and resolves in partnership with a pharmacist when required patient specific medication management or medication therapy needs
Obtains detailed comprehensive medication history from various sources using strong communication skills for further pharmacist verification and/or performs specialized medication handling and/or compounding practices for unique patient populations
Acts as a role model provides training to team members provides daily oversight to operations and/or compliance activities and supports the pharmacistincharge and/or leader with the daily activities of the pharmacy technicians.
Performs specialized pharmacyfocused tasks such as optimizing daily operations through automation technology and information systems management data analysis purchasing and inventory management (including controlled substances) 340B compliance and data analysis regulatory standards compliance diversion monitoring and prevention transitional care coordination and/or investigational drug services.
Perform all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications :
Education & Experience Required
High School Graduate or equivalent
3 years experience
Maryland Technician Registration
Education & Experience Preferred
Some college
Specialty experience
National Certification (CPhT)
Knowledge Skills & Abilities
Prioritizes work responsibilities and manages multiple demands.
Demonstrates an awareness of selfresponsibility and accountability for own professional practice.
Adheres to all best practice standards and guidelines within scope of professional practice and follows all hospital policies procedures and guidelines.
Maintains competency in work and pharmacyrelated technology and applications and supports orientation and/or training of team members when appropriate.
Seeks validation of knowledge base skill level and decision making as necessary and assertively seeks guidance in areas of question.
Practices effective problem identification and resolution skills as a method of sound decision making. Accepts change as a part of the problemsolving process.
Demonstrates effective communication methods and skills using lines of authority appropriately.
Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs current literature workshops inservice meetings etc.
Identifies the extent of the health systems adherence to best practices and guidelines relevant to medication management.
Attends hospital and departmental meetings as required.
Utilizes appropriate customer relations skills when interacting with patients their families visitors team members and others to ensure all customers are treated with respect and dignity.
Represents the department on hospital committees professional associates and community organizations where appropriate.
Participates in the development of policies procedures and guidelines pertaining to medication use and management.
Maintains knowledgeability of the daily operations of UMMS including the Pharmacy Department through active engagement and awareness of departmental communications via mailbox bulletin boards and/or email.
Maintains knowledgeability of the mission vision and values of UMMS.
Additional Information :
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Compensation:
Pay Range: $24.89$34.84
Other Compensation (if applicable):
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
