Pharmacy Technician II
AdventHealth
Compensation
About the role
When our patients visit the hospital, we know they need more than expert care. They need someone who can provide reassurance at every step of their visit. And that's the type of care we're honored to provide at AdventHealth Kissimmee. At AdventHealth Kissimmee, we offer comprehensive health care services to more than 375,000 residents of Osceola and Southwest Orange counties. Conveniently located near Walt Disney World, our full-service hospital continues to grow right along with our neighboring communities. We aim to provide care that heals the body, mind and spirit. With new state-of-the-art surgical technology, like robotic-assisted equipment, and the addition of 80 patient beds, we're making exceptional care more accessible than ever for our community. When you're ready to take the next step in your career to provide lifesaving care, learn more about the open positions at our hospital in Osceola County. Every day, our fellow team members show up to work, unified by one shared mission: Extending the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ. As a faith-based health care organization, our story is one of hope as we strive to heal and restore the body, mind and spirit. Though our facilities are spread across the country, this unwavering belief binds us together. Across every office, exam and patient room, we're committed to providing individualized, holistic care. This is our Christian mission, and it inspires us to help make communities healthier and happier. All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family: Benefits from Day One $2,500 Sign on Bonus Paid Days Off from Day One Schedule: Full Time 40 hours per week Shift : Variable Shift, morning and evening Location: 2450 N Orange Blossom Trail, Kissimmee, FL 34744 The community you'll be caring for: AdventHealth Kissimmee AdventHealth Kissimmee is a 242-bed community-focused hospital Conveniently located near Walt Disney World The team is here is dedicated to bringing mission-focused, faith-based care to residents and visitors of Osceola and Orange Counties AdventHealth Kissimmee has recently expanded our existing tower by 3-floors and 80-beds, including new ancillary spaces such as Inpatient Rehab, Inpatient Dialysis, Laboratory, and Imaging services. The role you'll contribute: Primary responsibility is the provision of medication distributive functions and pharmacy operational tasks, which includes but is not limited to assisting the pharmacist with all duties of preparing and dispensing of medications, inventory management, and regulatory compliance. Performs duties necessary for the effective daily operation of all department services and programs. Accurately responds to medication dispensing requests, prepares medications for pharmacist final review/check, delivers checked medications, and returns unused or expired medications to appropriate pharmacy areas. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all. The value you'll bring to the team: Pharmacy Operations Actively performs all pharmacy technician functions and maintains active proficiency in standard work parameters, hospital and pharmacy specific computer systems, and operational programs Mains operational expertise and competency in, and actively provides coverage of at least two of the following: Central/Distributive operations Sterile compounding Decentral/ Automated Dispensing Cabinet delivery pharmacy operations Controlled substances handling Participates in appropriate utilization of medication automation, technology, and computer systems. Maintains expertise in electronic medical records processed and accurately interprets records. Supports automated dispensing cabinet inventory management and maintains proficiency to trouble shoot cabinet issues Accurately completes medication inventories and accurately prepares and dispenses patientspecific medication doses. Prevents improper drug, dose, dosage form selection, expiration dating, and barcode scanning issues when checking products Understands how to handle process and appropriately dispose of all waste materials, including all levels of hazardous waste, within the department. Knowledgeable about the appropriate use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Hazardous Medication Spill Kits in the event of a hazardous medication spill. Pharmacy Practice Facilitates medication safety practices by identifying and reporting potential medication errors such as look-alike sound-alike medications. Prepares and delivers medication in an accurate, safe and timely manner The expertise and experiences you'll need to succeed: Minimum qualifications: High School Grad or Equivalent Registered Pharmacy Technician If applicable to facility Sterile Compounding Certification Preferred qualifications: Bachelor of Science degree, preferably in a physical science, business or healthcare One year of contemporary hospital pharmacy, retail or ambulatory experience Current certification from Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or from the Institute for the Certification of Pharmacy Technicians (ICPT) This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. Category: Pharmacy Organization: AdventHealth Kissimmee Schedule: Full-time Shift: 1 - Day Req ID: 25043558 We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.
Responsibilities
- Provision of medication distributive functions and pharmacy operational tasks
- Assisting the pharmacist with all duties of preparing and dispensing of medications
- Inventory management
- Regulatory compliance
- Performs duties necessary for the effective daily operation of all department services and programs
- Accurately responds to medication dispensing requests
- Prepares medications for pharmacist final review/check
- Delivers checked medications
- Returns unused or expired medications to appropriate pharmacy areas
- Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all
- Actively performs all pharmacy technician functions and maintains active proficiency in standard work parameters, hospital and pharmacy specific computer systems, and operational programs
- Maintains operational expertise and competency in, and actively provides coverage of at least two of the following: Central/Distributive operations, Sterile compounding, Decentral/ Automated Dispensing Cabinet delivery pharmacy operations, Controlled substances handling
- Participates in appropriate utilization of medication automation, technology, and computer systems
- Maintains expertise in electronic medical records processed and accurately interprets records
- Supports automated dispensing cabinet inventory management and maintains proficiency to trouble shoot cabinet issues
- Accurately completes medication inventories and accurately prepares and dispenses patientspecific medication doses
- Prevents improper drug, dose, dosage form selection, expiration dating, and barcode scanning issues when checking products
- Understands how to handle process and appropriately dispose of all waste materials, including all levels of hazardous waste, within the department
- Knowledgeable about the appropriate use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Hazardous Medication Spill Kits in the event of a hazardous medication spill
- Facilitates medication safety practices by identifying and reporting potential medication errors such as look-alike sound-alike medications
- Prepares and delivers medication in an accurate, safe and timely manner
Requirements
- High School Grad or Equivalent
- Registered Pharmacy Technician
- If applicable to facility Sterile Compounding Certification
- One year of contemporary hospital pharmacy, retail or ambulatory experience
- Current certification from Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or from the Institute for the Certification of Pharmacy Technicians (ICPT)
Benefits
- Benefits from Day One
- Paid Days Off from Day One
About the Company
When our patients visit the hospital, we know they need more than expert care. They need someone who can provide reassurance at every step of their visit. And that's the type of care we're honored to provide at AdventHealth Kissimmee. At AdventHealth Kissimmee, we offer comprehensive health care services to more than 375,000 residents of Osceola and Southwest Orange counties. Conveniently located near Walt Disney World, our full-service hospital continues to grow right along with our neighboring communities. We aim to provide care that heals the body, mind and spirit. With new state-of-the-art surgical technology, like robotic-assisted equipment, and the addition of 80 patient beds, we're making exceptional care more accessible than ever for our community. Every day, our fellow team members show up to work, unified by one shared mission: Extending the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ. As a faith-based health care organization, our story is one of hope as we strive to heal and restore the body, mind and spirit. Though our facilities are spread across the country, this unwavering belief binds us together. Across every office, exam and patient room, we're committed to providing individualized, holistic care. This is our Christian mission, and it inspires us to help make communities healthier and happier. Our promise to you: Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. Itβs about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.
Job Details
Salary Range
$18 - $29/hourly
Location
Kissimmee, FL, U.S.
Employment Type
Full-time
Original Posting
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