Pharmacy Technician 2 at Oregon Health & Science University

Portland, Oregon, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Computer Keyboarding Skills, Medical Terminology, Pharmaceutical Mathematics, Attention to Detail, Inventory Management, Regulatory Compliance, Controlled Substances Management, Automated Dispensing Systems, Communication Skills, Problem-Solving Skills, Team Collaboration, Time Management, Flexibility, Hazardous Medication Handling, Customer Service, Technical Support

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Department Overview This position provides technical support to pharmacists through preparation of unit doses, data entry, delivery of medications, and cartfill exchange. Functions as a liaison and a point of contact for various pharmacy operations and interdisciplinary team members. Facilitate and prioritizes time sensitive duties which may include but are not limited to delivery of urgent medications, pharmacy program support and operational procedures. Person working this shift is responsible for ensuring accountability and accuracy of standard operations procedures in these areas. Position works under direct supervision of a Pharmacist who is responsible for the safe and proper distribution and use of drugs in inpatients and outpatients who range in age from neonates, infants 65. Be able to perform duties as specified in Pharmacy Technician 1 Class specification as applicable to work unit. Function/Duties of Position Assist pharmacist through performance of the following technical support activities: Computer order entry of inpatient and outpatient orders. Filling unit dose medication orders. Select ordered medications from inventory to fill new orders or to provide 24-hours medication for distribution to patient's room. Answering telephone, filing, billing / crediting and medication profile maintenance. Load and refill medications into automated dispensing cabinet stations. Maintain manufacturing logs and documents to ensure compliance with regulatory agencies. System optimization, hardware maintenance, user support, reporting, file transmission and assistance in problem-solving pertaining to automation and technology. Performs a detailed and thorough audit of controlled substances medications dispensed for a patient and reconciles against products documented as adminisered or returned to the pharmacy for wasting. Demonstrates the ability to strengthen accountability, identify suspected diversion, and responds to known or suspected diversion incidents to avoid serious patient care, legal, and compliance implications. Perform Unit Dose functions including: Tube medications from pharmacy to hospital and clinic areas Repackage medications for unit dose dispensing; maintain and replenish stock for emergency trays and kits. Return medications to stock and perform credits. Record refrigerator temperature daily. Process narcotics for removal from Pharmacy inventory and order replacements as needed. Maintain barcode medication integrity by ensuring medications are barcoded before leaving the pharmacy. Required Qualifications High School Diploma, active State of Oregon Pharmacy Technician License AND 1 year of pharmacy work experience, or equivalent additional education; AND Certification from the national Pharmacy Technician Certification Board or National Healthcareer Association. Certification must be maintained. Job Related Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Competencies): Must possess computer keyboarding skills. Ability to read and understand medical-related terms. Ability to perform basic pharmaceutical mathematics calculations. Skill at manipulating small objects, e.g., needles, syringes, ampules. Preferred Qualifications Formal pharmacy technician training program Inpatient and outpatient hospital pharmacy experience. Medical and scientific nomenclature Additional Details Possible exposure to hazardous chemicals and noise. Understand the difference of non-hazardous and hazardous medications; safely handle hazardous medications per regulatory guidelines. Flexibility in scheduling of shift times. Accountability for accuracy associated with performance of the duties to this position. Benefits: Healthcare Options - Covered 100% for full-time employees and 88% for dependents, and $25K of term life insurance provided at no cost to the employee Two separate above market pension plans to choose from Vacation- up to 200 hours per year depending on length of service Sick Leave- up to 96 hours per year 8 paid holidays per year Substantial Tri-met and C-Tran discounts Additional Programs including: Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) All are welcome Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.

Responsibilities

The Pharmacy Technician 2 provides technical support to pharmacists by preparing unit doses, entering data, and delivering medications. They also serve as a liaison for pharmacy operations and ensure accountability and accuracy in medication distribution.