TECH PHARMACY I
Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico
Description: UNM Hospitals is at present looking to employ TECH PHARMACY I right now, this job will be dwelled in New Mexico. Detailed specification about this job opportunity kindly read the description below. JOB SUMMARY
Perform a variety of pharmacy technician duties to include filling routine prescription orders, prepackaging pharmaceuticals and other related duties. Ensure adherence to Hospitals! and departmental policies and procedures. Patient care assignment may include neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric age groups.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Essential and other responsibilities and duties may include but are not limited to the following :
PRESCRIPTIONS - Type prescription information to include identification and medication usage; assemble labels, containers and medication for pharmacist approval
PRESCRIPTIONS - Weigh, measure and mix ingredients; compound and prepare medication, emulsions, suspensions, liquids, powders and ointments by using graduates, balance, mortar, pestle and funnels
RECORDS - Maintain logs to include narcotic inventory and other controlled substance r! ecords; maintain records on prescriptions dispensed
O! THER DUTIES - May be required to assist other department areas and personnel as needed
OUTPATIENT ASSIGNED AREA
CASHIER - Perform basic cashiering duties; collect money for prescription and related purchases; close and balance register
INPATIENT ASSIGNED AREA
SOLUTIONS - Mix additives for IV and irrigation solutions for pharmacist inspection
SUPPLY - Restock medication supply and crash carts for nursing units and clinics
CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES - Count, package and deliver controlled substances under the supervision of a pharmacist; maintain narcotic inventory; order narcotics under the supervision of the charge pharmacist
STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCE
PEOPLE:
Positive Attitude: We are here to serve our customers by meeting their needs with utmost care and courtesy. Our attitude represents the hospital's commitment to excellence. This commitment is reflected by providing a positive and caring! experience with every interaction.
Professionalism: We consider our customer's expectations in how we present our facility and ourselves. We have only one opportunity to make a positive first impression. This commitment is reflected in our ethics, appearance, manner, expressions, and concern.
SERVICE:
Communication: We are committed to listening attentively to our co-workers, patients and customers in order to fully understand and meet their needs. This commitment is reflected by our verbal, non-verbal, and written communications being delivered with courtesy, clarity, care, and a smile.
Dignity and Respect: We recognize, value, and respect the diversity of our co-workers, patients, and customers by honoring their perspectives, choices, and differences. This commitment is reflected in our conduct by ensuring their knowledge, values, beliefs, and cultural backgrounds are incorporated into staff interactions, care pl! anning, and decision-making.
Privacy: We are committed ! to the protection of our co-workers' and patients' rights to personal and medical privacy. We treat the patient, patient information and/or property with confidentiality and respect and strive to create a secure and trusting environment. This commitment is reflected by ensuring that rights to privacy and modesty are honored.
QUALITY:
Knowledge and Expertise: We believe our patients deserve to have people caring for them who are knowledgeable and technically proficient in what they do. This commitment is reflected through preceptorships, mentorships, continuing education, and ongoing competency evaluations.
Safety Awareness: We all share in the responsibility of maintaining a safe environment for our co-workers, patients and customers. This commitment is reflected by our safety conscious attitudes, actions, and continuous safety training.
Sense of Ownership: We take pride in what we do, taking responsibility for the ! outcomes of our efforts. This commitment is reflected by our ongoing effort to complete our work promptly and accurately the first time.
FINANCES:
Fiscal Responsibility: As a public hospital, we are accountable to the community to ensure responsible use of resources to provide the needed services for all those we serve. This commitment is reflected by our actions and attitudes toward expense and time management.
Integrity: We believe in complying with all government rules and regulations relative to receiving compensation for our services. This commitment is reflected by exercising ethical and accurate billing and financial practices.
GROWTH:
Customer Service: We believe in the importance of growth and on-going public support. This commitment is reflected by providing exceptional customer service to all we serve and by responding quickly to resolve problems.
Recruitment & Retention: We bel! ieve our patients deserve to have the very best providers and staff ava! ilable to provide their care. This commitment is reflected in our organization by continually attracting, developing, and retaining staff with exceptional skills.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION:
High School Diploma or GED equivalent
EXPERIENCE:
1/2 year (6 months) related experience
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:
Certified Pharmacy Technician in State of New Mexico
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
Bilingual English/Spanish
Bilingual English/Keres, Tewa, Tiwa, Towa, Zuni, or Navajo
WORKING CONDITIONS
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
Significant hazard exposure: Constant risk exposure to unusual elements, i.e., toxic chemicals, biohazardous materials requiring extensive safety precautions and may include the use of protective equipment
PHYSICAL CONDITIONS:
Heavy Work: Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occ! asionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects or people. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Medium Work.
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This job starts available on: Fri, 04 Oct 2013 06:41:17 GMT