Provides good customer service to patients by being attentive and quick to respond at pharmacy window and follows through on problems
Runs specific areas of pharmacy operations including Point of Sale (POS), working independently as assigned, assists in maintaining pharmacy stock and ensures no expired medications are in the clinic, by following the inventory control process
Enters prescription orders into pharmacy system, including billing prescriptions appropriately and accurately
Prepares, packages, and labels medication in an accurate and efficient manner
Charging and billing functions
Operates CII safe and follows all controlled substance procedures
Filling and documentation of pyxis, emergency/code boxes and code trays
Monitors stock for expiration dates and removes outdates
Medication reconciliation
Delivery of patient specific medications to infusion or other areas of the clinic
Uses proper aseptic technique in preparing pharmacy products accurately and efficiently during IV admixture
Other pharmacy related duties in accordance with regulations under Washing State Pharmacy Quality Assurance Commission
QualificationsRequired:
High School Graduate or equivalent
Must obtain WA State Pharmacy Assistant License within 30 days of hire;
Must enroll in Pharmacy Technician training program at North Seattle College within reasonable time after hire;
Must Pass National Exam for Certified Pharmacy Technician within 90 days of completing academic program at North Seattle College.
During program must become familiar with the generic names of drugs along with their basic indication
Able to perform basic pharmaceutical calculations
Ability to use a mouse, navigate computer programs, enter data into computer systems in accurately and efficiently
Ability to communicate verbally in person, on the phone, and in writing in a clear, concise, and professional manner
Able to maintain patient confidentiality
Pre-Employment Drug Screening:As a condition of employment Fred Hutch conducts pre-employment drug testing for this pharmacy role. All offers of employment in the pharmacy department are conditional on the applicant successfully completing and passing a drug test in accordance with the Fred Hutch policy.The hourly pay range for this position is from $26.48 to $37.70 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (12-22 days per year), paid sick leave (12-25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks).Additional InformationWe are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability (physical or mental), marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. We desire priority referrals of protected veterans. If due to a disability you need assistance/and or a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources at hrops@fredhutch.org or by calling 206-667-4700.
