What are the responsibilities and job description for the PHARMACY TECHNICIAN - PRN (As needed position at Lakeview Specialty Hosp?
PRN position- This role will be on a weekend rotation (every 3rd weekend) and coverage for vacations, etc.
To assist the pharmacist-in-charge in the preparation and delivery of medications, charging and crediting patient’s accounts, ordering of supplies from drug wholesalers, preparation of IV’s, monthly unit inspections, and in any other way as deemed necessary by the Director of Pharmacy. Pharmacy technicians or supportive personnel shall work under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist. The supervising pharmacist must be fully aware of, and responsible for, all drug-related tasks.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Comply with facility and pharmacy policies and procedures and all federal, state, and local laws.
2. Accurately and in a timely manner fills medication orders and delivers medications after pharmacist has checked them.
*3. Performs aspects of patient care within the scope of a pharmacy technician in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medication errors.
4. Complies with policy and procedures when issuing requisition drugs to other hospital departments. Maintains appropriate records and charges of requisition drugs as directed.
5. Demonstrates the ability to maintain appropriate inventory levels
*6. Provides pharmaceutical care in age-appropriate manner within the scope of a pharmacy technician.
7. Performs other duties as assigned.
*Patient Safety Expectation
Licensure: CPhT
Willing to train the right individual.
About Lakeview Specialty Hospital & Rehab:
Lakeview Specialty Hospital and Rehab is a Joint Commission Accredited and licensed long term acute care hospital (LTACH) and Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospital (IRF) that has delivered 30 years of innovative programs and extensive services with expertise in medically complex care, neurobehavioral health, rehabilitation, and community supportive living. With superior proficiency in brain injury, rehabilitation and complex respiratory care we are able to help our patients with difficult medical conditions reach their highest level of healing and functional independence possible. Located on more than 80 acres in a rural community outside of Milwaukee in Waterford, Wisconsin. Our peaceful grounds, coupled with tenured, talented and caring staff, lend to the healing and recovery process.
Salary : $16 - $21