PHARMACY TECHNICIAN 1 - INPATIENT (FULL-TIME / EVENINGS)
Req #: | 162203 |
Department: | HARBORVIEW MEDICAL CENTER PHARMACY |
Job Location: | Harborview Medical Center |
Posting Date: | 07/24/2019 |
Closing Info: | Open Until Filled |
Salary: | $3,368.00 to $5,274.00 per month |
Union Position: | Yes |
Shift: | Evening Shift |
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Harborview Inpatient Pharmacy has an outstanding opportunity for a FULL-TIME PHARMACY TECHNICIAN 1 (EVENING SHIFTS). The Pharmacy Technician 1 assists the Pharmacist in professional activities and performing assigned tasks. All activities of Pharmacy Technicians are performed under the general supervision of a registered Pharmacist. Positions in this class are characterized by the performance of certain routine and repetitive functions, and may engage in preparation and packaging of medications and other pharmacy-related functions.
Responsibilities:
- Fill medications from Pyxis refill sheets for the entire hospital.
- Deliver medications to nursing units and other areas of the hospital.
- Package medications in single-unit packages.
- Restock shelves in the unit dose fill and front counter areas.
- Complete monthly outdate check and cleaning as assigned by Supervisor.
- Fill Ward Stock Requisition sheets for Nursing Units.
- Package patient-specific medications in single-unit packages.
- Perform bulk compounding of pharmaceuticals from a formula, under the supervision of a Pharmacist.
- Perform computer entry of prescriptions and charge/credit data.
- Triage clinical inquiries requiring a pharmacist’s professional judgment.
- Answer inquiries not requiring a pharmacist’s professional judgment.
- Know and follow all Pharmacy Department policies and procedures.
- Work in the IV room and compound IV medications in accordance with USP 797 standards.
- Handle and prepare hazardous drugs in accordance with USP 800 standards.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
- Six months of experience as a Pharmacy Assistant OR equivalent education/experience.
- LEGAL REQUIREMENT: State of Washington Pharmacy Technician certification.
DESIRED:
- High school education or GED certificate.
- Knowledge and experience with sterile intravenous admixture practices preferred.
- Good communication and organizational skills.
CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT:
UW Medicine is committed to being a drug-free workplace. We require a pre-employment drug screen. The use of marijuana for medical purposes accompanied by a prescription, even if permitted by state law, will not be considered acceptable for purposes of explaining a positive lab test result for marijuana.
Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.
The University of Washington is a leader in environmental stewardship & sustainability, and committed to becoming climate neutral.
The University of Washington is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 / 206-543-6452 (tty) or dso@uw.edu.