Job Objective: Under direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist and in accordance with standard departmental procedures, prepare medications for patient consumption.
Responsibilities and Essential Duties:
Perform duties assigned by a licensed pharmacist. Areas of work are checked routinely for maintenance of quality control. Work is conducted in accordance with generally accepted standards of practice, following departmental procedures and policies.
Read and interpret physicians' orders received in pharmacy and transcribe same onto pharmacy computer medication profile, requires knowledge to adjust dosing times as pharmacy will generate MAR's, prepare unit doses, work verified by a licensed pharmacist.
Prepare in accordance with standards of pharmacy practice, compounds for use (ex. creams, ointments, etc.) under direct pharmacist supervision.
Prepare in accordance with pharmacy law and standards of pharmacy practice, patient prescriptions to be dispensed after pharmacist approval.
Attend and participate in pharmacy tech meetings to exchange ideas to achieve the department's goals. Keep procedures up to date in the pharmacy tech manual to train new personnel and have quick reference to specific jobs so they are performed according to the department's policies.
Check and remove outdated meds on a routine basis to ensure that no outdated meds are in stock. Keep records appropriately.
Assist pharmacy manager with billing by using correct and appropriate reason codes and dates for charging and crediting.
Assist with checking in orders, putting orders away, and filing associated paperwork.
Attend departmental/center-wide meetings as required.
Maintain a clean and orderly workspace.
Maintain competency in caring for patients of all age groups and developmental stages.
Interact with patients and customers in a professional way, greeting each customer and providing polite and friendly service.
Perform other duties are requested.
Patient Satisfaction:
Assist patients, family members, or other clients with concern and empathy; respect their confidentiality and privacy; and communicate with them in a courteous and respectful manner.
Answer and refer telephone calls or other inquires to ensure accurate and timely communications are facilitated.
Identify yourself in a pleasant and positive manner.
Take responsibility for helping the caller.
Teamwork:
Assist in the orientation/training of new Team Members.
Consistently work in a positive and cooperative manner with fellow Team Members.
Assist other Team Members in the performance of their assignments.
Seek out opportunities to help rather than waiting to be asked.
Consider the impact of your actions on Team Members throughout the Organization.
Recognize the need for variations in staffing and volunteer to fill open shifts when possible.
Take direction and initiate actions (cross/additional training) that will allow the assumption of cross-functional duties to ensure seamless patient care.
Demonstrate flexibility to perform duties wherever volume deems it necessary within the organization.
Problem Solving:
Demonstrate sound judgment by taking appropriate actions regarding questionable findings or concerns.
Investigate and follow through on unusual orders or requests for service or information.
Follow proper reporting procedures for actual or potential accidents and/or incidents so follow-up and/or prevention can occur.
Record/report the need for service maintenance or repair of equipment and remove any faulty equipment from service.
Consistently evaluate work and determine if further steps are needed to meet patient expectations.
Take the initiative to do or redo inadequate or incomplete work, even if it is not yours.
Ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
Productivity/ Efficiency:
Consistently demonstrate the ability to respond to changing situations in a flexible manner in order to meet current needs, such as reprioritizing work as necessary.
Minimize non-productive time and fill slow periods with activities that will enable you to prepare to meet the System's future needs (education, organizing, housekeeping, assisting others).
Organize job functions and work areas to be able to complete varied assignments within established time frames effectively.
Consistently demonstrate the ability to take the initiative to make decisions/choices without direct supervision.
Adherence to Departmental Policies:
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of all policies and procedures and the ability to reference them from appropriate books and manuals.
Comply with CCWV's infection control policies and procedures, including the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard, to ensure a safe working environment for self and others.
Physical Demands/Work Environment:
The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform
Location: Clarksburg, WV
Posted: Aug. 16, 2024, 8:42 a.m.
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