Pharmacy Technician Specialist; Medication Reconciliation

A Brief Overview

The Pharmacy Technician Specialist performs specialty functions, as assigned, in support of pharmacy operations. Also performs the duties of a certified pharmacy technician in the daily pharmacy operations as needed. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

• Performs specialty functions in support of pharmacy operations, as assigned.
• Performs duties of a Certified Pharmacy Technician.
• Follows established procedures for medication safety, ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, quality standards, compliance activities, and policies and procedures.
• Performs other job functions as assigned or requested.

Hours of operation
: 8-on-6-off, 12:30-23:00 shift.

Education/Formal Training Requirements

• Required:
  
  High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Preferred:
  Technical Degree or Diploma Pharmacy Technician

Work Experience Requirements

• 3-5 years Pharmacy technician

Licenses and Certifications Requirements

• Certified Pharmacy Technician - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board or
• Certified Pharmacy Technician
  - National Health career Association required
• Pharmacy Technician - Mississippi - Mississippi Board of Pharmacy
• Pharmacy Technician - Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Pharmacy
• See Additional Job Description

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

• Experience with medication nomenclature and complex pharmaceutical calculations.
• Ability to effectively relate and communicate with internal and external customers; communication often involves complex problem solving.
• Proficient in the use of pharmacy based computer systems as well as Microsoft Office program or programs (Word, Excel, Power Point) as indicated in the specific function within the department.
• Must be able to effectively organize, budget time, work efficiently and accurately, and follow procedures with minimum supervision.

Supervision Provided by this Position

• There is no supervision provided by this position.

Physical Demands

• The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.
• Must have good balance and coordination.
• The physical requirements of this position may vary depending on the specialty assignment; work may include exerting up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently.
• The Associate is required to have close visual acuity including color, depth perception, and field of vision to perform an activity, such as assessing patients, preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading.
• Frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact.
• May be exposed to patient body fluids and diseases, as well as hazardous or poisonous materials.
• Ability to react quickly to emergency situations.

Hours and details reflect duties as described; the organization is committed to the values of service, care, and unity.