Job Description

Overview: To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.



Under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist, Clinical Pharmacist Supervisor, or the Director of Pharmacy, performs a wide variety of technical, clinical, and clerical duties for the hospital-wide unit-dose drug distribution system and intravenous admixture program. Responsible for maintaining confidential reports; entering and retrieving data utilizing the pharmacy information system; preparing intravenous medications including chemotherapeutic preparations, hyperalimentations, and antibiotics; refilling automated dispensing cabinets with unit dose medications; procuring and filling requests for pharmaceutical supplies; delivering medications and supplies to nursing units; and assisting pharmacists with clinical activities to foster professional development.



EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities:
1. Professional and Technical Competence + 1.1 Communicates well with pharmacy staff on pharmacy issues, and responds appropriately to problem situations. 2. Maintains Appropriate Inventory Levels + 2.1 Orders medications and other supplies from vendors as needed. 3. Controlled Substance Inventory and Record Keeping + 3.1 Verifies daily controlled substance count in Pyxis during refill/restocking activities. 4. Supports Existing Hospital Information Systems + 4.1 Enters and verifies patient charges and credits daily using hospital information system. 5. Proficiency in IV Compounding + 5.1 Complies 100% of time with required clean room attire and cleaning procedures. 6. Maintains a professional working relationship with employees in other departments + 6.1 Keeps staff members informed of patient/clinical issues. 7. Educational and Safety Compliance + 7.1 Attends all required safety and educational programs. 8. Professional Development + 8.1 Under the direct supervision of a pharmacist, participates in clinical activities, interprets original doctor's orders, and fills prescriptions for inpatients and outpatients utilizing the pharmacy information system.
Qualifications:

EDUCATION



High School Diploma required Must be actively enrolled in an accredited college of pharmacy



EXPERIENCE



Experience volunteering/working in a hospital pharmacy is a plus



LICENSURE



Eligible for technician license or limited pharmacist (intern) license