Pharmacy Technician Positions

PHARMACY TECHNICIAN 1 Req #: 27013 Department: HMC PHARMACY-INPATIENT Job Location: Harborview Medical Center Posting Date: 11/01/2006 Closing Info: Open Until Filled Salary: 50% - 100% of $2448 - $3502 per month. Shift: Rotating/Variable Notes: This posting will be used to recruit for two rotating/variable positions: part-time (50%) and full-time (100%) position. Our Pharmacy Department has an outstanding opportunity for a Pharmacy Technician 1. This individual will assist the Pharmacist in professional activities and perform assigned tasks . All activities of Pharmacy Technicians are performed under the direct supervision of a registered Pharmacist. Additionally, the person in this role may engage in preparation and packaging of medications and other pharmacy related functions. . Competitive candidates will be able to effectively triage and communicate with patients, have ability to perform computer entry of prescriptions and charge/credit data, and perform bulk compounding of pharmaceuticals from a formula, under the supervision of a Pharmacist. Inherent to success in this position is organizational skills and use of professional judgment. This position provides opportunities to work in a this position provides opportunities to work in a This position provides opportunities to work in an area that promotes a place where healing, science, and learning come together, the opportunity to network with other practitioners in different specialties and to continuously learn about new cutting-edge therapies. As an employee you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please view this page. Minimum requirements include knowledge of Pyxis to be able to fill medications; Ability to deliver medications to nursing units and other areas of the hospital; Ability to accurately maintain inventory of Pharmaceuticals and supplies. Desired Qualifications include previous experience as a Pharmacy Technician. Apply online at www.washington.edu Pharmacy Technician Pharmacy Technician-Relief Pool, 60818x1615x1307 Company: Group Health Cooperative Job City and State:US-WA-Seattle Building Name: Multiple Buildings Job Category: Pharmacy Salary/Wage: Union-UFCW Local 21; Schedule: Days and shifts are variable. Status: Full Time, Employee Reference Code: 60818x1615x1307 Position Location: CMB, Central Hospital Pharmacy and Home Infusion EMB, Eastside Hospital Pharmacy Other pharmacies as assigned Responsibilities: Prepare of IV fluids & medications, including chemotherapy & TPN, using aseptic technique. Computer order entry using two different computer systems. Prescription filling. Prepare & delivering of unit dose medication for hospitalized patients. Pre-packing of medications for unit of use. Maintaining inventory in pharmacy and patient care areas. Ability to maintain excellent communication and interaction with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, other technicians & clerical staff. Answering telephones and triaging calls. Ability to manage time to facilitate accomplishment of a broad range of tasks in a timely manner. Ensure the timely and appropriate distribution of drug therapy in compliance with state and federal laws and in accordance with Group Health Cooperative policies and procedures. Facilitates patient focused care through a collaborative team approach with patients, pharmacy staff, and other health care professionals. Ensures that all oral, written, and electronic communication and documentation is accurate, complete and appropriate. Demonstrates willingness and ability to assume responsibility and accountability. Adheres to customer service standards that ensure all Group Health customers will be treated in a friendly, caring, courteous, and professional manner and that communication is efficient and effective. Must have knowledge of Pharmacy law and its standards of practice. Able to perform pharmaceutical calculations, identify drug names and have knowledge of most common uses. Floats to several clinics within specified geographical region and must be able to work in those pharmacies. Skills: Computer entry skills. Excellent written & verbal communication and customer service skills. Experience: Recent hospital experience preferred Physical Requirements: Sitting, standing, walking some lifting up to 25 lbs. Pharmacy Technician License required. Apply online at www.ghc.org Out of town opportunity PHARMACY TECHNICIAN Employer: NOT LISTED Source: Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Job Code: 0002566797 Location: MADISON, WI 98002 Date: 11-05-2006 Job Description Description: PHARMACY TECHNICIAN With strong customer service skills sought to join our mental health clinic pharmacy team in Madison, WI. F/T, M-F, 8-5. Great pay/benefits. Resume to: deblaunchrm@msn.com /fax 866-289-9195 Job Title: Pharmacy Technician - South Tacoma Employer: Franciscan Health System Location: Tacoma, WA Date: 11-06-2006 Job Description Pharmacy Technician - South Tacoma – 00106Z3 This job is responsible for routinely compounding and distributing medication and pharmaceutical supplies, in accordance with FHS standards and procedures and regulatory requirements. Work is performed under the direct supervision of a pharmacist. Graduation from an accredited Pharmacy Technician training program, and one year of hospital work experience or hospital rotation within an accredited training program. Job Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge of the standards, techniques and tools relating to pharmaceutical patient care. Knowledge of mathematical functions, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, basic algebra and calculations. Knowledge of the regulatory requirements applicable to pharmaceutical patient care. Ability to mix oral powders and compounded drugs and to prepare intravenous admixture and other parental drugs. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships including coworkers, physicians, customers and on-coming shift. Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing. Ability to understand and apply standards, procedures and techniques to the work assignment. Licensure/Certification: Licensed as a Pharmacy Technician by the Washington State Board of Pharmacy. Current CPR Certification. Profile Job Field Pharmacy Locations Tacoma Organization FHS - St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma Education Level Technical Diploma (±12 years) Status Full Time Overtime Status Non-Exempt 7/40 Hours per 2 week pay period 64 Week-End Requirements None Minimum Pay Rate 14.75 Pay Basis Hourly Shift Start Time Variable Shift End Time Variable Schedule Mon-Fri Apply online at www.fhshealth.org