- Processes refill requests, collates and prepares prescriptions for distribution.
- Prepares substantially all bulk compounds in the pharmacy.
- Works in the unit dose drug distribution system (FastPak and Medi-Dose/MILT) including packaging unit dose medications and filling unit dose cassette drawer as needed.
- Follows all competency assessments per the IV Pharmacist as outlined in the SOPs
- Answers routine phone inquiries regarding patient prescriptions based on information available through the computer system.
- Replenishes Ward Stock to wards and clinics and delivers all types of medications including controlled substances and chemotherapy.
- Uses judgment and initiative in developing efficient methods of operation which facilitate the clerical and computer support functions of the pharmacy.
- Informs procurement staff/administration to order and maintain proper levels of medication/supplies.
- Performs Performance Improvement activities, including participation in meetings and educational programs, collecting and reporting data.
- Knowledge of drugs and chemicals.
- Knowledge of trade name medications and generic equivalents as well as pharmaceutical measures (metric and apothecary), pharmaceutical terms and definitions and Latin names used in pharmaceutical nomenclature.
- Knowledge of the hospital formulary, including dosage forms relative to strength, potency, physical form, and appearance of medications stocked by the pharmacy.
- Knowledge of entitlement programs governing eligibility to receive supplies and medications from the pharmacy, dispensing of supplies involves policies regarding patient status, which differ from medication dispensing.
- Other duties as assigned.
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Pharmacy Technician - Iron Mountain, United States - Department Of Veterans Affairs
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Summary
The incumbent performs a variety of general and specialized technical and clerical support functions in Pharmacy Service and enhances the efficiency and effectiveness of the professional staff.
Processes refill requests, collates and prepares prescriptions for distribution. Determines if prescriptions are for window pickup or mailing. Also fills prescriptions for medical supplies. Ability to complete a heavy volume of work accurately on a daily basis is essential.Duties
Aseptically prepares for dispensing:
IV solutions and hyperalimentation using laminar flow hoods.
This includes selection of appropriate reconstitution solution and final diluent and concentration, interpretation of the medication order, accurate compounding using aseptic technique and appropriate personal protective precautions, appropriate labeling, stop date review and notification and complete documentation of the lot numbers, dispensing and the return and destruction of IV solutions.
Checks admixtures for particulate matter and is responsible for seeing that solutions ordered at specific times are prepared and delivered to the proper areas.
Appropriately cleans the IV rooms and workstations. Restocks all required supplies. Completes all other tasks the IV pharmacist delegates.Work Schedule: 7:30am-4:00pm with rotating weekends and holidays.
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives:
Not authorized.