Pharmacy Technician 3 - CHO Gresham/East Portland/NW Float at Oregon Health & Science University in Gresham, Oregon

Job Description:

Oregon Health & Science University

Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.


Pharmacy Technician 3 - CHO Gresham/East Portland/NW Float

US-OR-Gresham

Job ID: 2024-30210
Type: Regular Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Pharmacy
Gresham, OR

Overview

• Prepare, mix and compound sterile medications, including hazardous medications, following aseptic procedures. Prioritize new orders to assure that product is delivered to patient location prior to label due time (when possible).
• Perform unit dose functions as needed including the following:
  • Process narcotics for removal from pharmacy inventory
  • Load and refill medications into ADC locations
  • Deliver medicaitons from pharmacy to clinic locations as needed
  • Return medications to stock and perform credits
• Maintain work area
  • Record refrigerator temperature and pressure monitor readings during downtime
  • Order and maintain adequate supplies and medications
  • Follow appropriate storage requirements
  • Follow applicable cleaning policies
  • Routinely check for expired medications
• Operate remote pharmacist checking equipment and maintain records associated with its use
• Maintain inventory of controlled and non-controlled substances, solutions, tubing and associated supplies and equipment. Generate orders for appropriate vendors to acquire replenishment stock. Check in drug delivery orders and maintain appropriate inventory tracking.
• Assist Pharmacists with the following:
  • Answer telephone
  • Complete filing of invoices and billing/crediting of medications if needed
  • Maintain patient files, following documented procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Responsibilities

• Completion of high school degree

• 2 years of Pharmacy work experience, or equivalent additional education

  Computer keyboard

• Ability to read and understand medical-related terms.

• Ability to perform basic pharmaceutical mathematics calculations.

• Skill at manipulating small objects, e.g., needles, syringes, ampules.

• Ability to use mechanical system for transfer of fluids.

• Knowledge of and skill at application of aseptic technique.

• Ability to establish priorities in workflow.

• Good interpersonal communication skills.

• Ability to work under supervision of diverse Pharmacists.
  

• Accountability for accuracy associated with performance of the duties of this position.

• State of Oregon Pharmacy Technician License AND Certification from the national Pharmacy Technician Certification Board or National Healthcareer Association. Certification must be maintained.

Qualifications

• Formal pharmacy technician training program.
• Inpatient and outpatient hospital pharmacy experience.
• Medical and scientific nomenclature.

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