Acute Pharmacy Technician
Company: Banner Health
Location: Tucson
Posted on: May 3, 2024
Job Description:
Primary City/State:Tucson, ArizonaDepartment Name:
Pharmacy-HospWork Shift: VariedJob Category:Pharmacy*Up to a $5,000
sign-on bonus available!Pharmacy careers are better at Banner
Health. We are committed to developing the careers of our team
members. We care about you, your career today and your future. If
you are looking to leverage your abilities - apply today.The
inpatient pharmacy at Banner University Medical Center Tucson
provides medications to patients in all areas of the hospital. In
this role, you will join a team that dispenses approximately three
million doses of medication annually and service a very acutely ill
population and provide an elevated level of pharmacy services to
our patients 24 hours a day. You will have the opportunity to work
in an inpatient pharmacy supporting a busy Level 1 Trauma Center,
assisting with filling medications, stocking shelves, taking
inventory, and delivering medications to our nursing units. If you
are a candidate that is initiative-taking, seeking opportunities to
gain experience and grow in our unique pharmacy setting, apply
today.As an Acute Pharmacy Technician joining the team, you will
become part of an elite professional group of technicians. You will
have an elevated level of expertise and work alongside a very
motivated team to provide first-class service to our patients. You
will have the opportunity to work in unison with outstanding
pharmacists and very dedicated nursing staff. You -will learn
robotics and electronic dosage preparation via our Carousel - an
automated dispensing system. Banner University Medical Center
Tucson has 122 (automated dispensing) Pyxis units distributed
throughout the medical center and you will become familiar with
Pyxis medication dispensing units. Daily activities may include
walking approximately 3+ miles over an 8-hour shift and handling
heavy boxes and/or totes. - You will have the opportunity to gain
experience in inpatient pharmacy operations to include, including
compounding procedures, IV preparation, and total parenteral
nutrition compounding. In addition, you -will have the opportunity
to interact with the nursing staff on about thirty-five nursing
units as we provide first-class service to our patients.Banner
University Medical Center Tucson has full-time evening and varied
shift positions available.
- The evening shift position works five 8-hour shifts per week
from 1:30pm-10:00pm and 2:00pm-10:30pm.
- The varied shift position works five 8-hour shifts per week
that include day and evening shifts. The day shift is from
6:00am-2:30pm and the evening shifts are from 1:30pm-10:00pm and
2:00pm-10:30pm. You will work varied days and shifts within these
hours. The positions include weekends and rotating holidays (1
major and 1 minor holiday per year). Enjoy a flat rate $1/hour
weekend shift differential and an 18%-night shift differential when
applicable. Schedules are subject to change based on business
needs. If you want to be a part of a caring, supportive team this
role is for you - apply today! .*Recruiter to provide details of
sign-on bonus during the interview process.Banner - University
Medical Center Tucson is nationally recognized for providing
exceptional patient care, teaching future health-care professionals
and conducting groundbreaking research. Also located on the campus
is Diamond Children's - recognized for its specialized pediatric
services including neonatal and intensive care, emergency medicine
and cancer therapies. Banner - University Medical Center Tucson is
a Level 1 Trauma Center, meaning we care for the most critically
injured patients. The hospital is consistently listed among the
nation's top hospitals in the prestigious Best Hospitals ranking by
U.S. News & World Report. The academic medical center has earned
Magnet Recognition becoming the only hospital in southern Arizona
to meet the rigorous standards of the American Nurses Credentialing
Center's Magnet Recognition Program - for nursing excellence. The
hospital's physicians are full-time faculty of the University of
Arizona College of Medicine - Tucson. Our specialty services
include comprehensive heart and cancer care, advanced neuroscience
techniques and a multi-organ transplant program.POSITION
SUMMARYThis position will work under the supervision of the
pharmacist performing routine duties in packaging, distribution,
non-sterile compounding, and record-keeping of pharmaceutical
supplies. Serves as a liaison between the customer and the
pharmacist. Becomes proficient in preparing compounded intravenous
medications, total parenteral nutrition products, and
chemotherapeutic agents within compliance with USP regulations.
Effectively uses pharmacy computer systems to investigate and
respond to missing medication requests. Consistently demonstrates
an ability to assess a situation, consider alternatives, and choose
the appropriate course of action. May educate and train peer
Pharmacy Technicians, Technician Externs, Technician Trainees, and
volunteers. - Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary
to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients.CORE
FUNCTIONS1. -Identifies medications and other items for reorder as
necessary to maintain a continuous inventory of medications and
supplies. Receives, checks-in, and restocks medications ordered
through the wholesaler and other vendors verifying all quantities
against invoices. Assesses practical ways to deal with shorted
items and short-dated or unusable items. -2. -Manages users within
the automated dispensing technology database as per policy.
Investigates discrepancies and troubleshoots malfunctions in
automated dispensing technology. -3. -Exhibits excellent
interpersonal skills and is customer service oriented in all
contacts with patients, visitors and staff. Responds to standard
requests from internal customers. Interacts primarily with
department personnel, cross-department personnel, internal
customers, patients and physicians. -4. May use automated
dispensing technology or requisition to restock medications to
nursing and ancillary areas after checking by a pharmacist. When
allowed by law and policy, and upon completion of proper
training/competency assessment, may restock automated dispensing
technology using barcode scanning verification devices. Restocks
medications to all areas outside automated dispensing technology
which may include but not limited to trays, code carts and
emergency boxes. -5. Compounds non-sterile medication products.
Understands and appropriately follows all product
worksheets/recipes for documentation and check processes.
Understands and adheres to all applicable USP compounding
guidelines. Demonstrates knowledge of and consistently performs
calibrations of equipment and accurately measures components for
compounding. Repackages bulk medications into unit of use
packaging. Completes accurate documentation of medications
compounded and repackaged per policy. -6. Maintains a safe and
clean working environment by complying with all policies, laws, and
regulations. Performs quality control activities such as monthly
nursing unit inspections and pharmacy section checks in a timely
manner. Completes documentation of refrigerator temperatures, and
equipment maintenance activities as required. -7. Handles narcotic
medications following all federal and legal requirements as set
through policy and procedure. Understands all regulatory
requirements for receiving, compounding, repackaging, and
distribution for controlled substances. Consistently adheres to all
storage and inventory movement documentation requirements for
controlled substances.8. Becomes proficient in performing
compounding and labeling of intravenous non-hazardous compounds
using proper sterile and aseptic technique as appropriate to the
site of care. Understands the different product lines in sterile
populations (adult, pediatric, and neonate). Completes all required
environmental cleaning procedures. Documents all required tasks and
other information per policy. -MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS -Requires
Pharmacy Technician licensure and active Pharmacy Technician
certification OR Pharmacy Intern licensure in the state of
practice. Incumbents in Arizona are also required to provide the AZ
Board of Pharmacy Wallet Card at time of hire. -Ability to complete
moderate to difficult mathematical calculations using a hand-held
calculator is required. Strong customer service focus, exceptional
communication skills, strong attention to detail, prioritization
capabilities, superior problem-solving skills, and ability to
multi-task. Must have knowledge of computer software, particularly
medication management information system software, Microsoft
applications and automated dispensing systems. Must demonstrate
effective oral and written communication skills for interfacing
with all levels of staff, physicians, patients, and other contacts.
-Employees working at Banner Behavioral Health Hospital must
possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire
and maintain the card for the duration of their employment.
Employees working at Banner MD Anderson or BUMC-P Whole Health
Counseling must possess a State of Arizona Department of Public
Safety Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and
maintain the card for the duration of their employment.BSS Registry
Team members and Travelers are not eligible to drive on behalf of
Banner and are not required to possess a valid driver's license or
be eligible for coverage under the company's auto insurance
policy.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSAdditional related education and/or
experience preferred.EOE/Female/Minority/Disability/VeteransOur
organization supports a drug-free work environment.Privacy
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