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Posted 6 months ago |
Job Title: Pharmacy Technician
Activities
- Assist pharmacists in accurately dispensing prescribed medications to patients, ensuring the correct dosage and labeling.
- Actively participate in the stock and inventory count exercise according to the designated schedule. This entails engaging in thorough stock assessments, meticulously documenting inventory levels, and collaborating with fellow team members to ensure accuracy and efficiency throughout the counting process.
- Prepare unit dose medications and intravenous admixtures under the supervision of a licensed
- Verify prescription orders for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to physician
- Communicate with healthcare providers to clarify any discrepancies or issues related to
- Provide basic information to patients regarding medication usage, potential side effects, and proper
- Address patient inquiries and concerns with empathy and
- Strictly adhere to all pharmacy laws, regulations, and hospital policies to ensure
- Maintain confidentiality and security of patient information and prescription
- Prepare and compound medications, such as ointments, creams, and intravenous solutions, following established protocols and guidelines.
- Use pharmacy software and Electronic Medical Records (EMR) to accurately input and update patient information and prescription data.
- Generate reports and maintain documentation of pharmacy
- Provide excellent customer service to patients, healthcare professionals, and colleagues.
- Assist in resolving medication-related inquiries and issues in a courteous and efficient
- Identify potential drug interactions and consult with pharmacists or healthcare providers to prevent adverse reactions.
- Double-check prescription orders to verify accuracy, completeness, and adherence to physician instructions before dispensing.
- Ensure that medications are appropriately labeled, including dosages, instructions, and patient- specific information. Check packaging for tamper-evidence and expiration dates.
- Properly store medications, adhering to recommended conditions, temperature requirements, and security measures to prevent spoilage or contamination.
- Regularly monitor medication inventory levels, conduct audits, and ensure proper rotation to prevent expired or outdated medications from being dispensed.
- Promptly report any medication-related errors or adverse events to supervisory pharmacists and follow established procedures for incident reporting.
- Maintain strict aseptic techniques and sterile compounding practices when preparing intravenous medications and sterile products.
- Prioritize patient safety by verifying patient identity, ensuring correct medication, and providing counseling to patients on medication usage and potential side effects.
- Collaborate effectively with pharmacists, and other team members to streamline pharmacy operations and ensure medication quality.
Candidate Profile
- School Diploma or equivalent in Pharmacy Technician(required).
- State licensure or Certification as a Pharmacy Technician (required).
- Knowledge of pharmaceutical and medical
- Familiarity with pharmacy software and EMR
- Ability to accurately measure, mix, count, and label
- Proficiency in following prescriptions precisely and ensuring correct.
- Previous experience as a pharmacy technician in a healthcare setting (preferred).
- Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently and maintain organized
- Proficiency in managing pharmacy inventory, including ordering, stocking, and tracking
- Ability to maintain appropriate stock levels and prevent.
- Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational
- Effective communication and interpersonal
- Ability to work well in a team and under the supervision of a licensed
- Understanding of and commitment to maintaining patient
- Meticulous approach to work, ensuring accuracy in all tasks, from data entry to medication
- Vigilance in double-checking work to avoid
- Persistence in the face of challenges and maintaining focus on providing excellent patient.
Application Instructions:
The application deadline is Not Specified. Therefore qualified and interested candidates can “CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT APPLICATION” It is important to visit the official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply successfully for this vacancy
Website:
Official Job Website: https://rjolad.com/job-application/
Job Features
Job Category | Pharmacist Jobs, Technician |