Pharmacy Technician - Inpatient (FT- 0.9 FTE, Variable Shift)

Position Summary: 

The Pharmacy Technician supports the inpatient pharmacy department and/or Oncology/Infusion Pharmacy to provide safe and prompt pharmaceutical care to patients. The Pharmacy Technician is a Nationally Certified Pharmacy Technician or Technician in Training licensed by the Montana Board of Pharmacy. The Pharmacy Technician – Inpatient role requires sterile IV room training and competencies, chemotherapy IV preparation training and competencies, medication reconciliation and/or Technician Checking Technician (“Tech check Tech or TCT”) training and routine quality assurance checks.

Minimum Qualifications:

Required

• High School Diploma
• At least 18 years of age
• Acquire Montana License for Tech in Training within 30-days of hire

Preferred

• National Certification as Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) upon hire OR will be required to become certified within one year of obtaining Technician in Training license
• 1 year of Pharmacy Technician experience
• Proficiency and working knowledge of aseptic technique for preparing sterile products and subsequent completion of Chemotherapy IV preparation training
• Completion of didactic training and written examination requirements for TCT role

Essential Job Functions:

In addition to the essential functions of the job listed below, employees must have on-time completion of all required education as assigned per DNV requirements, Bozeman Health policy, and other registry requirements.

• Essential Job Functions for Technician- Intravenous and Chemotherapy Trained:
• Compound and dispense medications, IV medications, chemotherapy and hazardous medications under supervision of a pharmacist.
• Perform aseptic technique and use of closed system transfer devices.
• Ensure clean and safe operation of rooms and IV hoods.
• Distribute medication to all areas of the hospital including accurately preparing restock bins to replenish automated dispensing cabinets (ADCs), controlled substances and hazardous medications.
• Supports workflow functions within the inpatient and/or oncology pharmacies.
• Perform audit and quality improvement tasks as assigned by pharmacy leadership .
• Essential Job Functions for Technician- Medication Reconciliation Technician:
• Obtains medication histories and confirms accuracy of initial home medication use on all patients within 24 hours of admission to the hospital.
• Utilizes appropriate resources to complete medication history including but not limited to interview of the patient and/or family/caregiver and primary care provider. Review pharmacy records, prescription bottles or medication administration record.
• Document all medication histories within the electronic health record and communicate completed medication histories with the Pharmacist.
• Essential Job Functions for Technician TCT:
• Check select oral and IV medications filled by another Pharmacy Technician.
• Perform second check for unit dose fills, automated dispensing cabinet picks, premixed or pre-checked IV piggybacks and floor stock supplies that were filled or stocked by another technician.
• Maintain competencies and quality assurance checks.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrates sound judgement, patience, and maintains a professional demeanor at all times.
• Ability to work varied shifts in a busy and stressful environment.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Exercises tact, discretion, sensitivity and maintains confidentiality.
• Computer applications, MS Office, internet applications and standard office equipment.
• Maintain competency with electronic health record.

Schedule Requirements

• This role requires regular and sustained attendance.
• The position may necessitate working beyond a standard 40-hour workweek, including weekends and after-hours shifts.
• On-call work may be required to respond promptly to organizational, patient, or employee needs.

Physical Requirements

• Lifting (Repeatedly – 50 pounds): Exerting force occasionally and/or using a negligible amount of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects or people.
• Sit (Occasionally): Maintaining a sitting posture for extended periods may include adjusting body position to prevent discomfort or strain.
• Stand (Repeatedly): Maintaining a standing posture for extended periods may include adjusting body position to prevent discomfort or strain.
• Walk (Repeatedly): Walking and moving around within the work area requires good balance and coordination.
• Climb (Rarely): Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like using feet and legs; may also use hands and arms.
• Twist/Bend/Stoop/Kneel (Repeatedly): Twisting, bending, and stooping require flexibility and a wide range of motion in the spine and joints.
• Reach Above Shoulder Level (Repeatedly): Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling objects as necessary above the shoulder, requiring strength and stability.
• Push/Pull (Repeatedly): Using the upper extremities to press or exert force against something with steady force to thrust forward, downward, or outward.
• Fine-Finger Movements (Continuously): Picking, pinching, typing, or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than using the whole hand as in handling.
• Vision (Continuously): Close visual acuity to prepare and analyze data and figures and to read computer screens, printed materials, and handwritten materials.
• Cognitive Skills (Continuously): Learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, complete tasks independently, and make timely decisions in the context of a workflow.
• Exposures (Continuously):Bloodborne pathogens, such as blood, bodily fluids, or tissues. Radiation in settings where medical imaging procedures are performed. Various chemicals and medications are used in healthcare settings. Job tasks may involve handling cleaning products, disinfectants, and other substances. Infectious diseases are caused by contact with patients in areas that may have contagious illnesses. Emotionally challenging situations, such as dealing with distressed patients or difficult family interactions.

*Frequency Key:  Continuously (100% - 67% of the time), Repeatedly (66% - 33% of the time), Occasionally (32% - 4% of the time), Rarely (3% - 1% of the time), Never (0%).