PHARMACY RESOURCE TECHNICIAN

Description

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION

This job description is a record of the essential functions of the listed job. The job description provides the employee, Administration, Human Resources, applicants, and other agencies with a clear understanding of the job, where it fits into the organization, and the skill and work requirements in relation to other jobs. Jobs are always changing to some degree and the existence of the approved job description is not intended to limit normal change and growth. The facility will make reasonable accommodations to otherwise qualified individuals who are capable of performing the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

POPULATION SERVED

The position involves indirect patient care for a population of patients between the ages of 18 and older. Age specific experience and/or special training and/or expertise is required to serve this population.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direct supervision of a Licensed Pharmacist, the Pharmacy Resource Technician completes a variety of Pharmacy tasks and services and is responsible for the daily operations of the pharmacy within established policies and guidelines of the Pharmacy Department. This position does not provide direct care to patients.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

This position requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent and CA State Pharmacy Technician license. Must work efficiently under broad guidelines established by the State Board of Pharmacy for supportive personnel and must frequently exercise judgment in decision making. Must understand the limitations of his/her drug knowledge, and must be able to communicate effectively both personally and professionally. Must possess the ability to handle information in a confidential manner and maintain a high degree of accuracy. Ability to maintain assigned work hours: Requires endurance to perform tasks over long periods of work hours.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Working knowledge of aseptic technique and ability to prepare sterile IV products
• Working knowledge of current drug dosage forms, strengths, generic and trade name
• Ability to read, understand and transcribe pharmaceutical information, perform pharmacy calculations and maintain efficiency and accuracy
• Must be able to work effectively under the direction of licensed pharmacist
• Prepares patient medication profiles from physician orders
• Filling and managing inventory of the automated dispensing machine (Pyxis)
• Answering phone calls from nurses, physicians or other hospital personnel
• Record keeping
• Advise Director of malfunctioning equipment, maintenance problems, and any unusual situations, occurrences
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Requirements

DEMANDS AND CHARACTERISTICS OF WORK, EQUIPMENT USAGE, AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

PERCENTAGE OF WORK TIME 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%

Standing/Walking X

Sitting X  

Twisting X  

Lifting/Carrying X  

Pushing/Pulling X  

Climbing (Ascending/descending) X  

Bending/Stooping X  

Using arm muscles frequently or for extended periods X 

Using leg muscles frequently or for extended periods X  

Using back muscles frequently or for extended periods X  

LIFTING REQUIREMENTS – Individuals in patient care positions are required to lift a patient with or without assistance.

2-10 Pounds X 

11-20 Pounds X 

21-30 Pounds X 

31-40 Pounds X  

41-50 Pounds X  

51 Pounds or More X  

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Working in hot, cold, wet surroundings X  

Working outdoors X  

Working with or near chemicals X

Working near radiation sources X  

Potential exposure to communicable diseases X  

Working with hazardous waste materials X 

Utilizing essential upgraded or adaptive equipment as industry standards require X

Using hand tools X

Operating vehicle X  

Potential for cuts and bruises X  

EXCHANGE OF IDEAS

Ability to express or exchange ideas X

Ability to understand communication of others with or without adaptive devices X

Ability to perform advanced level mathematics X

Ability to read at a secondary level X

WORKPLACE BEHAVIORS

I. RESULTS ORIENTATION – Meets current objectives and positions the organization for future growth. Completes daily tasks and assignments and processes large volumes of work associated with the operation of the department.

II. SOCIAL SENSITIVITY - Builds positive relationships based on respect for others. Demonstrates a helpful, positive attitude. Maintains effective communication with peers, medical staff, patients, visitors, and families.

III. QUALITY OUTCOMES – Meets and exceeds expectations of internal and external customers. All organizational and departmental standards regarding quality of performance are met. Demonstrates a strong commitment to confidentiality. Participates in quality improvement programs as directed.

IV. SAFE WORKING ENVIRONMENT – Demonstrates an awareness of and adherence to safety and legal requirements established at the facility with an emphasis on maintaining a safe environment for all persons working in the facility.

A. Accident/Injury Reporting – Reports any accidents, injuries, and unsafe equipment and conditions to supervisor by the end of the shift and reports any pre-existing conditions as identified by the ADA.

B. Unsafe Conditions – Immediately reports and corrects, if possible, unsafe conditions or equipment.

C. Workplace Standards – Compiles with relevant regulations, standards and policies governing safe workplace environment (OSHA, Accreditation, etc.)

D. Safety Techniques – Maintains current knowledge of all aspects of the facility’s safety program by attending safety-related training as mandated upon hire and thereafter as required by facility.

E. Modified Work – Accepts modified work assignments after receiving the physician’s release to return to work following an accident/ injury.