TECH PHARMACY III
Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico
Description: UNM Hospitals is in need of TECH PHARMACY III right now, this occupation will be delegated in New Mexico. Further informations about this occupation opportunity please read the description below. JOB SUMMARY
Perform the duties of Pharmacy Tech I and II as required. Assist the pharmacists with TPN and Chemptherapy drug preparations. Assist pharmacists with on-line aducation of Medicare ! Part D requests. Make collections for all medicare enrollees. Implement and maintain pharmacy systems. Ensure administration of quality standards and records. 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 :
PREPARATION - Assist Pharmacy Director with TPN and Chemotherapy drug preparations
PATIENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM - Maintain and monitor patient assistance program to include procuring medication for UNM Hospitals indigent patients
PATIENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM - Research qualifications, drug availability for IDP; assist patients with form completion; submit requests to drug manufactures for patient assistance programs
RECORDS - Maintain logs to include narcotic inventory and other cont! rolled substance records; maintain records on prescriptions di! spensed
DATA - Enter various data into computer and forms, verify data, make corrections and ensure accuracy
REPORTS - May assist with preparation and maintenance of a variety of reports; analyze and interpret reports as required
AUDITS - Review and identify ACUDOSE discrepancies; contact appropriate supervisor for repeated miscounts
QUALITY - Prepare medication variance reports
LICENSES - Maintain licenses for all inpatient, outpatient, and off site pharmacists, interns, and technicians; maintain preceptor records
RECORDS - Maintain pharmacy inspection records
QUALITY - Maintain quality records; ensure compliance with Federal, State, JCAHO and other regulatory requirements
ROBOTICS - Implement and maintain software and hardware associated with Acudose, RxRobot, Optifill and other department systems
SPECIAL PROJECTS - Assist with planning and coordinating of special projects, events and the pha! rmacy quality improvement program; provide and coordinate staff training
MEETINGS - Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations
POLICIES AND PROCEDURES - Participate in the development and implementation of policies and procedures and/or guidelines within assigned area
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 c! o-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 planning, 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.
QU! ALITY:
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 towar! d 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 believe our patients deserve to have the very best providers and staff available 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
Completion of Hospitals Pharmacy Tech training program or equivalent
! Completion of Chemotherapy Drug preparation training within 60 days of position
EXPERIENCE:
2 years Pharmacy Technician 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
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This occupation will be opened on: Sun, 06 Oct 2013 12:49:19 GMT