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Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

Under general supervision, assist the pharmacist to fill physician's orders, select, assemble, and place medications for inpatient (acute care; hospital) and/or outpatient (ambulatory; retail; home infusion) services. A Registered Pharmacy Technician will be evaluated for advancement to a Certified Pharmacy Technician after knowledge achieved from an approved training program (as applicable to state) and passing national technician certification.

Essential Job Functions

*Assisting the pharmacist in preparation of medications for patients within an inpatient (acute care; hospital) and/or outpatient (ambulatory; retail; home infusion) service area. Functions include, accepting new written, faxed or electronic prescription orders from a prescriber or a prescriber's agent; accepting new verbal prescription orders for non-controlled drugs from a prescriber or a prescriber's agent as authorized by state law and responsible pharmacist authorization.

*Entering information into and retrieving information from an electronic health record or prescription processing computer system. Ensuring the accurate charge and credit functions related to medication orders are processed for patient billing.

*Preparing and affixing labels; stocking prescription drugs and retrieving those drugs from inventory locations; counting and pouring drugs into containers prior to dispensing by a pharmacist; performing non-sterile drug compounding as defined under guidelines published by United States Pharmacopeia as defined in site-specific training guidelines/program.

*Operating technology used for drug dispensing (Robotics)

*As authorized per state law/regulations (please check state regulations or with manager on rules): Sending or receiving electronic prescriptions between pharmacies accessing the same prescription records in a centralized database or pharmacy computers linked in any other manner. Performing sterile and non-sterile drug compounding and stocking of automated drug cabinets and technician checking of technician work.

*Assisting in the education and precepting of new pharmacy technicians, pharmacy students and participation in performance improvement activities.

*Outpatient: Packaging and selling a prescription drug to a patient or patient representative and assisting with insurance claim processing. Stocking of automation in retail pharmacy.

*Assist in maintaining a clean and safe work environment. Other functions as outlined, and in accordance with, respective State Board of Pharmacy rules and regulations.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. Pharmacy Technicians may practice at the top of their respective State Licensing Board Regulations.

Licensing/Certification

*Registration with respective State Board of Pharmacy as a Registered Pharmacy Technician. In Kentucky, all technicians must be registered, but there is no requirement for certification or completion of a non-employer training program. (required)

*Valid state driver’s license (required)valid state driver’s license (required)

Education

High school diploma, GED or foreign school diploma equivalent to a U.S. high school diploma.

OR

Have been employed continuously since before April 8, 2009, as a pharmacy technician without a high school diploma, GED or foreign school diploma equivalent to a U.S. high school diploma. (required)

Work Experience

Previous experience working in Retail, Ambulatory, Outpatient, Hospital, Acute Care, or Home Infusion pharmacy (preferred)

Training

None

Language

None

Patient Population

Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.

Neonates (0-4 weeks)

Infant (1-12 months)

Pediatrics (1-12 years)

Adolescents (13-17 years)

Adults (18-64 years)

Geriatrics (65 years and older)

Working Conditions

Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur

May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights

May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids*

May have periods of constant interruptions

*Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.

Physical Requirements

Lifting/Carrying (0-50 lbs.) 1-33%

Lifting/Carrying (50-100 lbs.) 0%

Push/Pull (0-50 lbs.) 1-33%

Push/Pull (50-100 lbs.) 0%

Stoop/Kneel 1-33%

Crawling 0%

Climbing 0%

Balance 0%

Bending 1-33%

Sitting 1-33%

Walking 34-66%%

Standing 67-100%%

Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards

Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)

Perform shift work

Hear alarms/telephone/audio recorder

Reach above shoulder

Repetitive arm/hand movements

Finger Dexterity

Color Vision

Acuity - near

Hazards

Use of latex products

Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents

Exposure to moving mechanical parts

Exposure to dust/fumes

Skills

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Stocking Medications

Mathematically Proficient

Point of Sale Equipment Operation

Processing Prescriptions

Dispensing Prescriptions

Robotic Dispensing Systems

Prioritization

Performance Improvement

Packaging Medications

Insurance Claim Processing

Compounding Medications

Attention to Detail

Customer Service

Problem Solving

Active Listening

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Professional Judgement

Diagnostic Testing

Roper St. Francis Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

• Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans

• Prescription drug coverage

• Flexible spending accounts

• Life insurance w/AD&D

• Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible

• Paid time off

• Educational Assistance

• And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

0.01

Work Shift:

Rotating Shifts (United States of America)

Department:

Pharmacy - Acute Pharmacy - Roper Hospital

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@RSFH.com .