Location: Ada,OK, USA
POSITION TITLE: Compounding Pharmacy Technician
DEPARTMENT: Pharmacy
NATURE OF POSITION: To provide technical support for the provision of pharmaceutical services under the direct supervision of a pharmacist.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Compounding Pharmacist, Pharmacist-in-Charge, and Director of Pharmacy
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
* High School graduate or equivalent required
* Must be at least 18 years of age
* Technician training or equivalent experience in a pharmacy
* Technician permit from the Oklahoma State Board of Pharmacy in good standing
RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Communicate clearly and effectively with physicians, co-workers, patients, and the public
* Must be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers
* Always protects the confidentiality of patients and their records by complying with COFMC Patient Confidentiality and HIPAA policies and procedures
* Provides excellent phone etiquette and service by stating his/her name, job title and department
* Actively participate in agency-sponsored staff training events, (Safety instruction, evacuation drills, OSHA training, etc.)
* Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to adapt to The Clinic's needs with a positive attitude
* Process prescriptions and solve insurance rejections and issues in a timely manner
* Prepare dosage units for pharmacist's review from prescriber's orders which may include oral and topical medications
* Input, prepare, and label, as well as verify expiration dates and lot number when applicable in coordination with prescription requirements according to Oklahoma State Board of Pharmacy
* Ensure that all medication preparation activities are verified by the pharmacist
* Manage, order, and receive pharmacy supplies in conjunction with pharmacists
* Demonstrate the ability to accurately mix ingredients of medications in specific quantities for needs of individual patients
* Ability to maintain a sterile environment during the mixing process of drugs, chemicals and hazardous substances and pass inspections
* Maintain compounding standards as set forth by USP795, USP800 and the Oklahoma State Board of Pharmacy
* Performs other duties as assigned
ORGANIZATION:
* Exhibits enthusiasm, a positive attitude, and professionalism in the workplace
* Handles personal conflict and works through it at the lowest possible level (first with party/parties involved, then, if necessary, with 3rd party mediation)
* Displays a friendly manner and is easy to approach
* Maintains a neat, clean, well-groomed, appearance and dresses in accordance with the dress code policy
* Leaves personal problems out of the workplace
* Treats all co-workers with dignity and respect
* Abstains from gossip in the workplace
* Arrives on time and works through designated hours
* Completes tasks effectively, accurately and on time
* Demonstrates little or no absenteeism/follows leave guidelines
* Follows designated line of support
* Display a willingness and flexibility to respond to unusual job-related demands
* Manages time well
* Recognizes and assists others in the work of the department, even though the work may be outside of regular duties
* Shares equally in the workload of the department
* Works cooperatively with all team members and departments
* Works independently requesting assistance from supervisor only as needed
* Abstains from criticizing COFMC, colleagues and supervisors
* Demonstrate loyalty to COFMC, colleagues and supervisors
* Demonstrates support of the mission and vision of COFMC
* Accepts and participates in cross training
* Takes initiative to identify skill development needs
* Commitment to the mission of COFMC.