University of Illinois - Chicago, IL

posted 3 months ago

Full-time - Intern
Chicago, IL
Educational Services

About the position

The Pharmacy Technician I Intern position at the University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System involves performing pharmacy technical functions under the supervision of licensed pharmacists. This role is essential for supporting the pharmacy services in a hospital setting, ensuring the safe and effective preparation and distribution of medications.

Responsibilities

  • Preparation of medication orders for unit dose and intravenous admixture.
  • Select the correct medication or medical supply from stock based on a physician order.
  • Prepare intravenous admixtures and other sterile products using aseptic techniques.
  • Compound and reconstitute drug products on a timely basis, and document all the necessary information for their preparation.
  • Demonstrate safe and effective handling of hazardous medication in preparation techniques and disposal.
  • Label the medication in accordance with Departmental Standards and Policy and Procedures.
  • Prepare pediatric dilution when required.
  • Repackage the appropriate amount of medication.
  • Record all necessary information for the preparation and control of extemporaneous packaging.
  • Dispose of all needles, syringes, and pharmaceutical waste in the appropriate container.
  • Maintain the integrity of the laminar flow hood through routine cleaning, changing of the pre-filters, and adhering to all preparation procedures.
  • Transport medications and admixtures to the assigned pharmacy or nursing unit and place in the correct storage area.
  • Fill and maintain Automated Medication Dispensing Cabinet System (AMC) as necessary.
  • Collect, fill, and deliver approved patient specific medications to assigned patient care areas and place in the correct storage area.
  • Acquire drugs from other satellites or locations when necessary.
  • Maintain a clean and organized pharmacy environment.
  • Routine cleaning of all areas of pharmacy including counters, shelves, computer monitors, computer keyboards, unit-dose medication drawers, carts, AMC, conference room, and break area.
  • Assisting in the perpetual inventory of controlled substances as assigned.
  • Assisting in the maintenance of minimum acceptable inventory and a maximum turnover of drugs, monitoring and removing expired drugs from inventory.
  • Processing AMC rejects, and returning medications not administered to patients to inventory.
  • Answer telephone promptly and courteously in accordance with UI CARE standards.

Requirements

  • Current registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the State of Illinois.

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Paid vacation
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid sick leave
  • Defined benefit pension plan
  • Tuition waivers for employees and dependents
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