Pharmacy Tech III Certified PRN

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. Its about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Schedule: PRN

Shift: Monday - Friday - Days

Location: Altamonte AIC Pharmacy - 600 East Altamonte Drive Altamonte Springs, FL

The role you'll contribute:

Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all. Primary responsibility is the provision of medication distributive functions and pharmacy operational tasks, which includes but is not limited to assisting the pharmacist with all duties of preparing and dispensing of medications, inventory management, and regulatory compliance. Performs duties necessary for the effective daily operation of all department services and programs. Accurately responds to medication dispensing requests, prepares medications for pharmacist final review/check, delivers checked medications, and returns unused or expired medications to appropriate pharmacy areas.

The value you'll bring to the team:

Pharmacy Operations

Actively performs all pharmacy technician functions and maintains active proficiency in standard work parameters, hospital and pharmacy specific computer systems, and operational programs

Maintains operational expertise and competency and actively provides coverage of at least two of the following:

Central/distributive pharmacy operations

Sterile compounding

Decentral/ Automated Dispensing Cabinet delivery pharmacy operations Controlled substance Handling AND at least one of the following:

Hazardous Medication Sterile Compounding

Quality Assurance & USP required sampling

Technician Inventory Check (i.e., tech check tech where authorized) Medication History Supporting Clinical Services

Purchasing and Inventory Management -Maintains knowledge of the following:

Central/Distributive Pharmacy

IV Room/Sterile compounding

Decentral/ Automated Dispensing Cabinet delivery pharmacy operations

Controlled Substances handling AND Performs primary job function as: Medication History technician OR Inventory specialist

Participates in appropriate utilization of medication automation, technology, and computer systems. Maintains expertise in electronic health record system and be able to accurately interpret electronic records as needed

Accurately completes medication inventories and accurately prepares and dispenses patientspecific medication doses. Prevents improper drug, dose, dosage form selection, expiration dating, and barcode scanning issues when checking products Performs oral and injectable compounding, if applicable

Carries out special projects or assignments as directed by supervisor or manager

Understands how to handle process and appropriately dispose of all waste materials, including all levels of hazardous waste, within the department. Knowledgeable about the appropriate use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Hazardous Medication Spill Kits in the event of a hazardous medication spill. Pharmacy Practice

Facilitates medication safety practices by identifying and reporting potential medication errors such as look-alike sound-alike medications.

Prepares and delivers medication in an accurate, safe and timely manner Clinical Pharmacy Services

Supports practice in all pharmacy areas and clinical services Collaborates with other pharmacy staff

Collaborates with care providers and Pharmacists to optimize care and improve services Teamwork and Inter-Professional Collaboration

Presents to assigned areas on time and ready to work and does not exhibit unscheduled absenteeism

Assures continuity of care between shifts, among pharmacy staff assignments, and across pharmacy practice areas

Works effectively with all members of the healthcare team to ensure the best outcome for the patient

Demonstrates sensitivity to the perspective of the patient, caregiver, or health care colleague in all communications

Actively supports teammates (pharmacists, technicians, managers) Uses effective negotiation skills to resolve conflicts

Demonstrates through behavior AdventHealth s service standards of Own It, Make It Easy, Love Me, and Keep Me Safe. Teaching, Training, Precepting, and Mentorship

Mentors new-staff and assists with training

Precepts and mentors pharmacy student rotations and actively engages in student learning experiences, if applicable Supports pharmacy residency experiences, if applicable

Determines and finalizes competency

Demonstrates desire and aptitude for instructing, modeling, and coaching others Quality Improvement, Regulatory Compliance, and Accreditation

Supports and participates in medicationuse process improvements led by colleagues and peers

Supports regulatory compliance initiatives and supports institutional accreditation processes Professional Activities and Practice Advancements

Maintains a commitment to pharmacy practice by supporting improvements in and contributions to pharmacy practice Leadership and Organizational Involvement

Participates in departmental meetings

Participates in departmental educational activities

Supports practice advancement initiatives, clinical research projects, and stewardship initiatives led by colleagues and peers, if applicable

Participates in shared governance committee(s), if applicable

Maintains professional image

Performs other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE STRONGLY PREFERRED:

Strong verbal and written communication, organizational, problemsolving, and customer service skills

Flexibility and willingness to adapt to changes as necessary

Ability to interact constructively with supervisors, peers, and external customers Ability to follow direction from formal management personnel and work well under direct supervision of a pharmacist

Ability to identify, follow up, and resolve discrepancies

Ability to identify, mitigate, and assist in resolving pharmacy operational or program issues

Ability to keep accurate and complete records

Knowledge of medical terminology

Must be able to read, write and speak conversational English

Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:

Ability to teach pharmacy technician students

Proficiency in hospital computer system technology and automation

Knowledge and competence in aseptic techniques, hazardous drug compounding and USP 795, 797 and 800 standards (if applicable)

Knowledge and competence in the medication reconciliation process (if applicable

Qualifications

What you will need to succeed:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

High School degree or GED

One year of hospital pharmacy experience (Retail or ambulatory experience acceptable for medication history function in lieu of hospital experience)

PREFERRED:

Associates degree or technical degree in a related field or specific certification related to the position, preferably in a physical science, business or healthcare LICENSURE,

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION REQUIRED:

Applicable State Pharmacy Technician Registration (RPT)

Sterile Compounding Certification, if applicable per state legislation

Current certification from Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB), the Institute for the Certification of Pharmacy Technicians (ICPT), or from the National Healthcareer Association (NHA

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.

Category: Pharmacy

Organization: AdventHealth Altamonte Springs

Schedule: Per Diem

Shift: 1 - Day

Req ID: 25030965

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.