Pharmacy Technician

Where

Orlando, FL

What you'll be doing

Maintains accuracy in assisting pharmacists to ensure that all orders are processed, dispensed and delivered promptly. Correctly fills and accurately exchanges cassettes in a timely manner. Always obtains pharmacists verification before distribution of any medication. Always follows correct procedure for filling, recording and distributing pharmacy trays. Mixes sterile products as required, using aseptic technique under the laminar flow hood. Follows clean room guidelines and accurately prepares IV solutions and other sterile products including TPN. Cleans the laminar flow hood and work area thoroughly, wears appropriate attire and signs laminar flow hood log. Contacts patient care areas regarding unclear, expensive, short dated or problem IV medication orders. Provides documentation of attendance of at least one seminar on aseptic preparation of parenteral products. Accurately performs various functions involved in pharmacy department. Prepacks oral solid/liquid medication into unit-dose packaging in accordance with procedures and guidelines. Maintains appropriate levels of control floor stock items and accurately replaces medications in pyxis device. Carries out special projects or assignments as directed by supervisor. Screens and refers all incoming calls and department visitors to ensure that accurate and timely departmental communications are facilitated and that the department is presented in a positive manner. Keep pharmacy areas clean, stock, neat and well organized as expected. Functions as a trainer for new staff. Understands how to handle process and appropriately dispose of all waste materials, including all levels of hazardous waste, within the department. Knowledgeable about the appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and chemo spill kits in the event of a cytotoxic spill.

What your background should be

Some knowledge of medical terminology (preferred). Must demonstrate skills in aseptic technique (preferred). Starting january 1, 2011 must have 1500 hours work experience under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist or must have completed a board of pharmacy approved training program. Hospital pharmacy experience (preferred). Licensure, certification, or registration required. Must be registered with the state of board of pharmacy as a pharmacy technician (after Jan 1, 2010) Or be enrolled as a pharmacy technician student in a board of pharmacy approved training program. The technician student shall wear identification that indicates his or her status. Current PTCB or ICPT certification (preferred).

Required Schooling / Training

Not specified

Who is the client company

The company is an acute-care, not-for-profit healthcare organization.
If you are interested in this position, send your resume to apply@kochdavis.com