What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pharmacy Technician II - Home Infusion position at Fairview Health Services?
Under the direction of the Pharmacist, the Pharmacy Technician II – Home Infusion is responsible for day-to-day comprehensive pharmacy technician services in a complex Home infusion pharmacy. This will include compounding medications using sterile aseptic technique, running total parenteral nutrition, maintaining the ISO 7 buffer room, abiding by USP 797 regulations, and inventory management. Additional responsibilities in the Staging area will include disinfecting supplies or drugs to go into the buffer room and labeling ready to use medications for dispensing. Technicians will be cross-trained and be competent in the Materials area.
Job Expectations:
Partner with pharmacists and pharmacy technicians to ensure pharmacy patients receive their medication(s) accurately, safely, in accordance with all legal requirements and policies and in a professional and timely manner.
Under the direction of the pharmacist, fulfill and prepare prescription orders for delivery in an accurate and timely manner in accordance with all legal, regulatory agency and Fairview requirements.
Maintain appropriate stock levels of supplies to use within the buffer room on a daily basis.
Organization Expectations, as applicable:
- Demonstrates ability to provide care or service adjusting approaches to reflect developmental level and cultural differences of population served
- Communicates in a respective manner.
- Ensures a safe, secure environment.
- Fulfills all organizational requirements
- Completes all required learning relevant to the role
- Complies with all relevant laws, regulation and policies
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications to Fulfill Job Responsibilities:
Required
Experience
- Minimum of 3 months pharmacy technician experience, completion of an American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) accredited pharmacy technician training program OR one year of experience as a pharmacy clerk or like position within a healthcare setting.
License/Certification/Registration
- Registered Technician with Minnesota Board of Pharmacy
Sterile Buffer Room Environment
- When working in the buffer room, no visible jewelry, piercings, or cosmetics are allowed.
Preferred
Education
- Graduate of Pharmacy Technician program
- Completion of an American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) accredited pharmacy technician training program
Experience
- IV Sterile compounding background
License/Certification/Registration
- Pharmacy certification with the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board
- Sterile Compounding Certification Board
Benefit Overview
Fairview offers a generous benefit package including but not limited to medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more! Please follow this link for additional information: https://www.fairview.org/careers/benefits/noncontract
Compensation Disclaimer
An individual's pay rate within the posted range may be determined by various factors, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.
EEO Statement
EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status
Salary : $24 - $33
