PHARMACY TECH II
Company: University of New Mexico - Hospitals
Location: Albuquerque
Posted on: September 17, 2023
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Job Description:
This position offers generous sign on bonus to external
hires.Shift differentials:17% - week nights15% - weekend days26% -
weekend nightsDepartment: Pharmacy-Ambulatory O/PFTE: 1.00Full
TimeShift: RotatingPosition Summary:Performs the duties of a
Technician Pharmacy I and II as required. Performs the duties under
the supervision of a licensed pharmacist. Inpatient to include
tasks such as answering the pharmacy phones, triaging medication
requests, delivering replenishments including controlled substances
and patient specific medications. Outpatient to include tasks such
as answering pharmacy phone line, learning and becoming efficient
with the pharmacy management system by entering patient
information, allergies, prescription information, and filling
prescriptions. Pharmacy technician shall understand medical and
pharmaceutical terminology, symbols, and abbreviations used in the
practice of pharmacy. Ensure adherence to Hospitals and
departmental policies and procedures. Patient care assignment may
include neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric age
groups.Detailed responsibilities:* DATA - Enter various data into
computer and forms, verify data, make corrections and ensure
accuracy* INVENTORY - Order medications from wholesaler and put
order on pharmacy shelf when received. Load medication into
distribution/dispensing technological solutions* MAINTENANCE -
Assist with the implementation and maintenance of software and
hardware associated with Pyxis, RxRobot, Optifill and other
departmental systems* MEETINGS - Attend and participate in
professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and
innovations* PATIENT ASSIST PROG - Maintain and monitor patient
assistance program to include procuring medication for UNM
Hospitals indigent patients* PATIENT ASSIST PROG - Research
qualifications, drug availability for IDP; assist patients with
form completion; submit requests to drug manufactures for patient
assistance programs* PHARMACY PRACTICE - Assist in various
technical activities associated with the preparation and
distribution of medications such as filling routine prescription
orders, prepackaging pharmaceuticals and other related duties*
PHARMACY PRACTICE - Have basic understanding of pharmacology and
basic knowledge of appropriate pharmacy references* PHARMACY
PRACTICE - Know medical and pharmaceutical terminology, symbols,
and abbreviations used in the practice of pharmacy and components
of a prescription* PHARMACY PRACTICE - Know trade and generic names
for medications frequently dispensed by the pharmacy* PHARMACY
PRACTICE - Understand federal and state laws and regulations that
affect pharmacy practice; specific regulations which address the
use of supportive personnel and technicians* PHARMACY PRACTICE -
Understand pharmaceutical calculations necessary for the
preparation and dispensing of drug products manufacturing,
preparation, packaging, labeling and proper storage of drug
products dosage forms and routes of administration* POLICY &
PROCEDURE - Participate in the development and implementation of
policies and procedures and/or guidelines within assigned area*
RECORDS - Maintain logs to include narcotic inventory and other
controlled substance records; maintain records on prescriptions
dispensed* REPORTS - May assist with preparation and maintenance of
a variety of reports; analyze and interpret reports as required*
INPT - Count, package and deliver controlled substances under the
supervision of a pharmacist; maintain narcotic inventory; order
narcotics under the supervision of the charge pharmacist* INPT -
Learn and become efficient with automated pharmacy systems (i.e.)
DoseEdge, Logistics, Pharmacy Keeper, Cerner, and BD Pyxis
Enterprise/Med station* INPT - Perform unit and/or in- house
inspections and medication safety audits* INPT - Process refills
with correct drug, dose, and dosage form. Review pharmacy label
before placing on medication for pharmacist approval for new orders
or when stock outs occur, delivery of patient specific medications
to include intravenous medications* OUTPT CASHIER - Perform basic
cashiering duties; collect money for prescription and related
purchases; close and balance register* OUTPT - Fill medication with
correct drug, dose, and dosage form. Review pharmacy label before
placing on medication for pharmacist approval* OUTPT - Learn and
become efficient with the pharmacy management system to enter
patient information, allergies, medical conditions, and patient
insurance plans* OUTPT - Type prescription information to include
drug name, dosage, and directions on how to take medication* OUTPT
- Adjudicate claims to patient's insurance plan/s, manufacturer
coupons, and patient assistance programs* OUTPT - Monitor paid
claims and troubleshoot all rejected claims to ensure proper plan
reimbursement is received and the appropriate copay is presented to
the patient* OUTPT - Weigh, measure and mix ingredients; compound
and prepare medication, emulsions, suspensions, liquids, powders
and ointments by using graduates, balance, mortar, pestle and
funnels* OUTPT - Obtain and document prior authorization from
patient health plan before medication administration* OUTPT - Send
message to provider to request a new prescription for patient*
OUTPT - Receive patient prescription refill requests; fax or call
in completed prescription refills; document prescription refill
requests for provider approval* OUTPT - Assist with planning and
coordinating of special projects, events and the area quality
improvement program; provide and coordinate staff training* OUTPT -
Perform return to stock for prescription not picked up within 7
days.QualificationsEducation:Essential:* High School or GED
Equivalent* TrainingNonessential:* Program GraduateEducation
specialization:Essential:* Complete Hospital Pharm Tech Training or
EquivNonessential:* Pharmacy TechExperience:Essential:1 year
directly related experienceNonessential:Bilingual English/Keres,
Tewa, Tiwa, Towa, Zuni, or NavajoBilingual
English/SpanishCredentials:Essential:* Certified Pharmacy
Technician in NM w/in 60 days* National Board Pharmacy Technician
Certification w/in 60Physical Conditions:Heavy Work: Exerting 50 to
100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force
frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move
objects or people. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of
those for Medium Work.Working conditions:Essential:* Sig Hazard:
Chemicals, Bio Hazardous Materials req PPEDepartment: Clinical
Care
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