Pharmacy Tech I FR/Flex D/E OPs

Carilion Clinic - Roanoke, VA

Full-time

Roanoke, VA

Hospitals

About the position

The Certified Pharmacy Technician I works under the direct supervision of a Pharmacist to provide essential services to Pharmacy customers. This role is pivotal in supporting the Pharmacist in delivering Pharmaceutical Care. The main areas of responsibility for this position include one or more of the following: Basic Zone Tech, CRCH Tech, Non-Sterile Compounding, or Billing. The Pharmacy Technician is expected to manage the inventory, stocking, and maintenance of the carousel and Pyxis units, including handling downtimes effectively. Additionally, the technician will be responsible for delivering medications to various units and departments throughout the hospital, ensuring that all medications are accounted for and delivered in a timely manner. The role also involves performing charges, credits, and returns in the Epic system, managing the Epic message/call center, and overseeing the management of expiring drugs throughout the hospital. Monthly unit inspections are a critical part of the responsibilities, as well as checking in, reconciling, and refilling EMS boxes, code trays, and other necessary supplies. The technician will prepare non-sterile kits for the IV Admixture and dispensing areas, and will also be responsible for preparing medications for patient-specific needs, floor stock, cart fill, and departmental dispensing, which includes the cleaning and dispensing of leeches. Furthermore, the technician will manage the dispensing and returns of controlled substances through the C-II Safe and will be tasked with researching and resolving any discrepancies related to the Pyxis system as appropriate. This position requires a high level of attention to detail and accuracy, as well as a strong customer service orientation. The technician must be familiar with a large number of medications and be able to solve simple mathematical and logistical problems in the work environment. Effective time management and the ability to work efficiently and accurately with minimal supervision are essential for success in this role.

Responsibilities

• Work under the direct supervision of a Pharmacist to provide services to Pharmacy customers.
• Support the Pharmacist in providing Pharmaceutical Care.
• Manage the inventory, stocking, and maintenance of the carousel and Pyxis units, including downtimes.
• Deliver medications to units and departments throughout the hospital.
• Perform charges, credits, and returns in Epic.
• Manage Epic message/call center.
• Manage expiring drugs throughout the hospital.
• Complete monthly unit inspections.
• Check in, reconcile, and refill EMS boxes, code trays, and others.
• Prepare non-sterile kits for the IV Admixture and dispensing areas.
• Prepare medications for patient-specific, floor stock, cart fill, and departmental dispensing, including cleaning and dispensing of leeches.
• Manage the dispensing and returns of controlled substances through the C-II Safe.
• Research and resolve Pyxis discrepancies as appropriate.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Successful completion of an approved Pharmacy Technician training course is preferred.
• Successful completion of Pharmacy Service Line competencies within 6 months of hire is required.
• Previous pharmacy work experience is preferred.
• Registration with the Virginia Department of Health Professionals is required.
• Nationally Certified Pharmacy Technician is required within 9 months of hire.
• Must maintain familiarity with a large number (1000-2000) of medications.
• Must be customer service oriented.
• Requires knowledge and use of general office equipment and procedures, including computer/keyboard.
• Must be able to solve simple mathematical and logistical problems in the work environment.
• Must be able to effectively budget time, work efficiently and accurately, and follow procedures with minimum supervision.