Pharmacy Technician-Inpatient Pharmacy

Complies with federal and local rules and regulations in regard to pharmacy activities and with medication management and use policies and procedures.

Assists pharmacist in preparation and dispensing of medications.

Calculates and compound ingredients required to prepare extemporaneous preparations and IV solutions under pharmacist supervision.

Performs double checks on the prepared medications.

Maintains the required records of dispensing.

Follows proper aseptic technique and IV room procedures in preparation of IV admixtures.

Ensures and maintains medication proper storage conditions.

Performs inspections of nursing units to assure safe and secure storage of medications.

Operates and maintains pharmaceutical equipment according to policies and procedures

Conducts checks and calibration of equipment as required

Ensures that the equipment is used in the correct manner to obtain optimal results and report to supervisor if equipment malfunction and/or need for repair.

Maintains cleanliness of equipment taking into consideration general organization hygienic and sterilization rules and regulations

Participates in the medication distribution process as applicable

Ensure that medications are stored appropriately and securely.

Maintain sufficient inventory of medications, material supplies and equipment including expiry management, variance management and recalls)

Respond to incidents, adverse drug reactions, medication errors, and report appropriately.

Perform shift duties as assigned, including weekends and public holidays.

Perform other related duties as assigned

Assist in training and coaching pharmacy technicians.

Ensure implementation of quality improvement initiatives in regard to relevant service areas.

Ensure patient confidentiality.

Participate in training and education sessions for department staff and other healthcare professionals in the safe and secure handling of drugs and equipment as assigned.

Participate in the orientation and training of new employees as assigned.

Ensure appropriate internal and external sharing of information based on governing policies and procedures.

Maintain updated professional knowledge.

Complete and maintain all regulatory requirements including licensure and certification and other mandatory training within established time frames.

Adhere to Punctuality as per assigned schedule

Ensure Patient and hospital information confidentiality

Ensure safe and appropriate medication preparation for distribution to units and patient

Maintains the sufficient inventory of medications, material supplies and equipment for the performance of duties

Reconciles processed work by verifying entries and comparing system reports to balances Maintains historical records