Pharmacy Technician

Registered Pharmacy Technician- South Campus Pharmacy

Job Category: Pharmacy Tech

Requisition Number: PHARM003205

Full-Time

On-site

Portsmouth, OH 45662, USA

Description

Current Employees: If you are currently employed at SOMC please log into UKG Pro to use the internal application process.

Department: South Campus Pharmacy Shift/schedule: Full Time (40 hrs/wk)

General Summary: Works under the supervision of the Pharmacy Business Manager, Pharmacist-In-Charge, and Registered Pharmacist Supervisor. The Registered Pharmacy Technician's primary job function is to assist the Pharmacist in the preparation and distribution of medications, inventory, and stock replacement. Assures the appropriate billing for SOMC patient and staff. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or successful completion of an equivalent High School Exam Required

Licensure: If practicing in Ohio: Registration with the Ohio Board of Pharmacy as a Registered Pharmacy Technician required. Must comply with all licensure and CE requirements as outlined by the board of pharmacy. Additional information and guidance can be found at:

If practicing in Kentucky: Registration with the Kentucky Board of Pharmacy is required. Must comply with all licensure and CE requirements as outlined by the board of pharmacy pursuant to KRS 315.135. Additional information can be found at:

Experience: N/A

Job Specific Duties and Performance Expectations: The following is a summary of the major job duties of this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time.

1. Fills floor stock from stock requisitions/inventory reconciliation/and computer-generated pick lists.
2. Fill the inpatient carts by a Pharmacy Info System generated fill list report for pharmacist check-off.
3. Profiles physician orders in computer system for pharmacist review.
4. Reconciles I.V.'s, and/or critical care drips on the floor and makes necessary adjustments on time and rate.
5. Has knowledge of all drugs used in Surgery (brand/generic names), strength of drugs, and charge mechanism for patient billing.
6. Ability to recognize narcotic discrepancies and perform audits as necessary.
7. Restocks anesthesia carts in OR suites in a timely and efficient manner.
8. Delivers medications to nursing units/hospital departments; Accomplishes hourly medication runs to nursing units/hospital departments.
9. Enters patient charges/credits into computer profile system.
10. Checks incoming orders of medications and pharmacy supplies against purchase requisitions for accuracy and completeness.
11. Provides prompt, efficient, and courteous service to pharmacy window and telephone inquiries; takes messages when necessary or directs inquiry to the appropriate person.
12. Communicates with Purchasing Agent regarding stock levels and items needed to assure adequate inventory. Assures stock rotation and placement of items in appropriate storage areas.
13. Responsible for general cleanliness of work area/department.
14. These duties may be performed in part or in whole depending on assignment and/or shift.

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Southern Ohio Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, race, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other basis under the law.