Pharmacy Tech III

This position may qualify for a sign-on bonus.

Full Time, Rotate

The individual in this position acts under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist and provides assistance in dispensing functions, including: purchasing, inventory control of all drug classes, sterile product preparation and associated equipment maintenance, and automated dispensing cabinet equipment and inventory maintenance. Also performs technical duties to maintain pharmaceutical dispensing functions to all neonate, child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients, including inpatients and outpatients. 
 

This individual’s responsibilities include (but are not limited to):  Accurately fill and label medication orders with correct strength, dosage form, and quantity in a timely manner.  Accurately stock automated dispensing cabinets (ADCs) in a timely manner.  Fill/refill emergency crash carts, boxes, and kits timely and accurately.  Re-package and label oral medications/extemporaneous preparations and maintain appropriate records. Assure all medications are checked by a pharmacist prior to dispensing.  Stock medications into pharmacy inventory, including sterile compounding areas.  Maintain adequate medication stock levels and proper storage of medications.  Deliver medications to patient care areas.  Attend to medication requests and phone calls.  Prepare complex IV admixtures (i.e., chemotherapy, biotherapy) accurately, consistent with IV policies and procedures (USP<797> and USP <800>).  Comply with state and federal regulatory requirements, Joint Commission standards and Tenet and hospital policies and procedures.  Assist in pharmacy performance improvement and quality assurance activities.  Assist with automation maintenance and troubleshooting, including ADCs, packagers, barcode printers, and scanners.  Lead specialty initiatives within the Pharmacy Department (i.e., Controlled Substance Diversion and Prevention, Patient Safety, Tech Check Tech, etc.).  Assist in performing various duties as assigned.

Education
Required:  High school graduate or equivalent

Experience
Required:  3 years of hospital experience

Certifications
Required:  Registered Pharmacy Technician license or Pharmacy Technician certification, as required by state law.  Accredited training in sterile products preparation.

 

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Embark on a rewarding career with Valley Baptist - Harlingen hospital. If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare with a personal touch.

At Valley Baptist - Harlingen, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status