Ochsner Health - Lafayette, LA
posted about 2 months ago
Full-time - Entry Level
Remote - Lafayette, LA
1,001-5,000 employees
Ambulatory Health Care Services
About the position
The Pharmacy Technician-Certified position at Ochsner Health System involves delivering medications under supervision, maintaining automated dispensing machines, and entering data into the pharmacy order entry system. The role requires effective communication and teamwork to ensure patient care and safety, while also adapting to the needs of various patient populations. This full-time position operates primarily during night shifts and may require weekend and on-call availability.
Responsibilities
- Deliver medications to designated areas under supervision according to detailed instructions, policies, and procedures.
- Refill and maintain automated dispensing machines.
- Price manual medication orders, inventory, and reorder stock in the pharmacy.
- Enter data into a computer system and print labels as necessary.
- Review physician's orders and enter patient medication orders into the pharmacy order entry system.
- Identify problems with orders and notify pharmacist or nursing for clarification or additional patient information.
- Accurately compound IV Admixtures and other assigned preparations utilizing aseptic technique and proper pharmaceutical procedures.
- Maintain stock in all assigned areas including the IV room and other pharmacy areas.
- Perform related clerical duties including typing, answering phone, filing, and greeting nurses and physicians at the Pharmacy window.
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent required.
- Current Pharmacy Technician Certification issued by the Board of Pharmacy in the state of practice required.
- Preferred 1 year of hospital experience.
- Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
- Proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience in a hospital setting.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.
Benefits
- Health insurance coverage.
- Paid time off for holidays and vacations.
- Opportunities for professional development and growth.
