Certified Pharmacy Technician PRN BMH - Bronson Methodist Hospital

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Job description

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Location

BMH Bronson Methodist Hospital

Title

Certified Pharmacy Technician PRN BMH

Under the supervision of a Registered Pharmacist and according to policies, procedures and guidelines established within the organization, the department and the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, the Pharmacy Technician II assists pharmacists in filling prescriptions and preparing IV admixtures by interpreting, transcribing, and preparing medication(s) for dispensing. The Pharmacy Technician II is a role that builds upon the skills and competencies of the Pharmacy Technician I as part of a professional career pathway.  Fills orders with appropriate medications for review and approval by a Registered Pharmacist. Performs a variety of related technical, clerical and supply duties. The duties may vary somewhat depending on location of work (i.e. outpatient retail pharmacy, inpatient hospital pharmacy, infusion pharmacy, etc) or shift assignment. The technician will be responsible for competency in the requirement of Pharmacy Technician I as well as though outlined below in the Additional Job Description.. Employees providing direct patient care must demonstrate competencies specific to the population served.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.

• 2-5 years of relevant pharmacy experience in a hospital, retail pharmacy or elsewhere, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Permanent Pharmacy Technician license in good standing with State of Michigan is required.

• Internal applicants must have no current disciplinary action plans and the most recent performance evaluation score above 2.0.

• Skills in mathematics and basic algebra.

• Ability to read, interpret and analyze data from various systems and equipment in order to set an appropriate plan of action in coordination with the pharmacists.

• Effective communication skills to report and discuss findings, as needed with pharmacists, hospital personnel and external customers;

• Ability to foster a positive, professional working relationship with coworkers

• Self-motivation

• Accuracy and initiative to complete routine and urgent tasks

• Ability to effectively prioritize tasks within the constraints of stated objectives and to provide effective timely follow-up as needed.
Work which is constantly and exceptionally tiring mentally and/or visually. Conditions exist more than 90% of the work time.
Involves regularly lifting of bulky or moderately heavy weights (i.e., up to 50 pounds), and occasionally assisting with heavier tasks or expending the equivalent effort in pushing, pulling, or otherwise handling material, equipment, and other objects.

• Demonstrates ability to complete and maintain all competencies of a Pharmacy Technician I

• Job duties specific to outpatient/retail pharmacy includes:  all those required for Pharmacy Technician I as well as outpatient pharmacy purchasing of supplies and medications.

Functions in the role of OR Technician, ED Technician or Decentralized Pharmacy Technician

• Job duties specific to hospital or infusion pharmacy includes:  all those required for Pharmacy Technician I as well as one or more of the following: assisting the pharmacist in obtaining patient home medication histories and clarifying/reconciling home medications; utilizing the teach back method, able to provide patient medication education under the direction or supervision of the pharmacist; perform sterile medication compounding, which may include parenteral nutrition preparation, following institution policies, procedures, and protocols consistent with USP <797>; running and maintaining any pharmacy robotic medication compounding equipment; assisting the pharmacist, with oversight in reviewing and comprehending pharmacokinetic reports, collect and enter patient height/weight into the department documentation system, review and comprehend patient lab reports or other unit specific information.

Shift

Variable

Time Type

Part time

Scheduled Weekly Hours

10

Cost Center

5100 Pharmacy (BMH)

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Bronson Healthcare Group and its affiliates ("Bronson") strictly prohibit the acceptance of unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies ("Recruiters") in response to job postings or word of mouth. Unsolicited resumes sent to any employee of Bronson by Recruiters, without both a valid written agreement with Bronson and a direct written request from the Bronson Talent Acquisition Department for a specific job position, will be considered the property of Bronson. Furthermore, no fees will be owed or paid to Recruiters who submit resumes for unsolicited candidates, even if those candidates are hired. This policy applies regardless of whether the Recruiter has a pre-existing agreement with Bronson. Only candidates submitted through a specific written agreement with the Bronson Talent Acquisition Department for a named position are eligible for fee consideration.

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