Pharmacy Technician - Oklahoma Children's Hospital

Position Title

Pharmacy Technician - Oklahoma Children's Hospital Department: Pharmacy

Job Description

General Description: Under direct supervision, performs tasks involved in the preparation and distribution of medications checked by a licensed Pharmacist. Essential Responsibilities: Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position. Subsequent to verified order entry by a Doctor of Pharmacy, places properly packaged medication in labeled containers to be verified by a Doctor of Pharmacy Transports completed medication order to designated pick-up site as needed Refills patient medication cassettes Participates in restocking of automated dispensing machines subject to verification by D.Ph and files reports as needed Prepares IV admixtures and documents work Delivers IV fluids to patient care areas and retrieves unused/unneeded IV fluids for return to pharmacy unit Fills request for floor stock medications and documents completion of order Assists with keeping log of medications and supplies that need to be reordered Participates in debit/credit routines for pharmacy charges to help ensure the patient receives a timely and accurate bill Assists in receiving, checking in and shelving of medications when received from vendors Assists in the stock replenishment of decentralized/satellite pharmacy units as requested Rotates stock as needed to reduce outdating Maintains IV room/preparation area stock of IV base fluids and additives Rotates stock consistently so as to avoid outdating Files patient specific physician orders Prepares verification of use forms, drug supply and maintains PC-based inventory database for Controlled Dangerous Substances Participates in daily physical count and reports unreconciled pharmacy stock discrepancies to the Pharmacy Supervisor or Director immediately General Responsibilities: Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Level 1: Education: Graduate of an ACPE-accredited College of Pharmacy with a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or Bachelor of Pharmacy (D.Ph.) degree required.

Experience

• No experience required.
• License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s)
• Required: Licensure as a Pharmacist by the Oklahoma State Board of Pharmacy required. Applicants without an active Oklahoma Pharmacist License must obtain licensure within 90 days of hire.

Minimum Qualifications

Level 2: Education: Graduate of an ACPE-accredited College of Pharmacy with a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or Bachelor of Pharmacy (D.Ph.) degree required.

Experience

• At least 3 years of experience as a licensed pharmacist.
• License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s)
• Required: Licensure as a Pharmacist by the Oklahoma State Board of Pharmacy required. Applicants without an active Oklahoma Pharmacist License must obtain licensure within 90 days of hire. Preceptor certification through the Oklahoma State Board of Pharmacy required within 18 months of hire

Minimum Qualifications

Level 3: Education: Graduate of an ACPE-accredited College of Pharmacy with a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or Bachelor of Pharmacy (D.Ph.) degree required.

Experience

• At least 5 years of experience as a licensed pharmacist.
• License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s)
• Required: Licensure as a Pharmacist by the Oklahoma State Board of Pharmacy required. Applicants without an active Oklahoma Pharmacist License must obtain licensure within 90 days of hire. Preceptor certification through the Oklahoma State Board of Pharmacy required within 18 months of hire

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of general science and math. Ability to perform basic math calculations. Must have good interpersonal skills for developing effective working relationships with staff and coworkers. Good computer skills. Current OU Health Employees - Please click HERE to login. OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family. OU Health is the state’s only comprehensive academic health system of hospitals, clinics and centers of excellence. With 11,000 employees and more than 1,300 physicians and advanced practice providers, OU Health is home to Oklahoma’s largest doctor network with a complete range of specialty care. OU Health serves Oklahoma and the region with the state’s only freestanding children’s hospital, the only National Cancer Institute-Designated OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center, Oklahoma’s flagship hospital, which serves as the state’s only Level 1 trauma center and Edmond Medical Center in the heart of the Edmond Community. Becker’s Hospital Review named University of Oklahoma Medical Center one of the 100 Great Hospitals in America for 2020. OU Health’s oncology program at OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center was named Oklahoma’s top facility for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report in its 2020-21 rankings. OU Health also was ranked by U.S. News & World Report as high performing in these specialties: Colon Surgery, COPD and Congestive Heart Failure. OU Health’s mission is to lead healthcare in patient care, education and research. Experts in prevention, treatment and cures, our team works to improve lives through innovation in medical care, education and research, while investing in the people, technologies and facilities that will enable us to achieve our goals. We are seeking individuals who have a passion and talent for caring for others. By joining our team, you will provide quality health care to our community through the work you do every day. We provide clinical and non-clinical opportunities to further your career and we invite you to explore our available positions. Equal employment opportunities are provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or protected veteran status in accordance with applicable federal laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Reasonable accommodations are made to the known physical and mental limitations of qualified individuals with disabilities.