Certified Pharmacy Technician - Full Time - Evenings
- Omaha, NE
- Permanent
- Full-time
At Nebraska Methodist Health System, we focus on providing exceptional care to the communities we serve and people we employ. We call it The Meaning of Care – a culture that has and will continue to set us apart. It’s helping families grow by making each delivery special, conveying a difficult diagnosis with a compassionate touch, going above and beyond for a patient’s needs, or giving a high five when a patient beats a disease or conquers a personal health challenge. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits and a great work environment where all employees are valued! Most importantly, our employees are part of a team that makes a real difference in the communities we live and work in.Job Summary: Location: Nebraska Methodist Hospital
Address: 8303 Dodge Street, Omaha, NEWork Schedule: Evening Shift, (7) day on / (7) day off rotation. 7x10 hour shifts that will vary between the schedule of 2:00pm-12:30am or 3:00pm-1:30am. Schedule will be Wednesday-Tuesday.Benefits Eligibility: This position is eligible for full time benefits.Under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist, this role is to assist in the various activities of the pharmacy department not requiring the professional judgment of the pharmacist. Function in strict accordance with standard, written procedures and guidelines; Triages medication requests and determines priorities, of processes orders and notifies the pharmacist as appropriate. Manufactures, packages, and labels drug products as needed.Performs aseptic compounding of parenteral admixtures and other sterile dosage forms. This includes the practice of aseptic technique, proper procedures for preparing all types of parenteral admixtures (excluding chemotherapy or other specialty solutions), preparation of the label and any control records, the proper technique for visual inspection of parenteral solutions, and the documentation of quality control.Performs various functions associated with an institutional drug distribution system. This includes, but is not limited to, the use of drug dispensing and compounding automation, the viewing of medication orders in the pharmacy computerized system, the preparation of medications for patients, the procedures that apply to record keeping and dispensing of controlled substances, non-formulary drugs, and the delivery and exchange of medications.Participates in the training and/or orientation of new pharmacy employees. Interacts effectively with other members of the health care team on a regular basis. Maintains honest and attentiveness to the rights of patients. Maintains confidentiality of patient information. Performs other tasks as assigned.To assist pharmacists with daily tasks such as formulating, labeling, and dispensing medications.Ask your recruiter/hiring manager about the following incentives that may be available for this position:
- Shift differentials & other financial incentives
- Tuition assistance
- Academic sponsorship with Methodist College
- Free parking
- High School Diploma or General Educational Development (G.E.D.) required.
- Age (per State of Nebraska and Iowa) at least 18 years of age with no current drug or alcohol addiction/convictions of any drug related misdemeanor or felony.
- One year of pharmacy experience required.
- Registration with the State of Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services as a Pharmacy Technician (RPHT.NE) at the start of employment required for those working in Nebraska,
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- Registration with the Iowa Board of Pharmacy as a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPHT.IA) at the start of employment required for those working in Iowa.
- Certified by Nebraska board approved state or national pharmacy technician certification program (CPHT) at the start of employment required for those working in Nebraska,
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- Certified by national pharmacy technician certification program (CPHT) at the start of employment required for those working in Iowa.
- Must possess certain demonstrated abilities and a thorough knowledge base, understanding, and level of proficiency to assure adherence to the procedures and objectives of pharmacy services. These abilities and knowledge include general basic chemistry, arithmetic, basic algebra, reading, and writing.
- Interpersonal Skills: To communicate effectively with hospital personnel, patients and the public through daily rounds, meetings, and formal presentations.
- Computer Skills: Microsoft Outlook, Word, basic.
- Analytical Skills: Must be able to interpret and evaluate medication request for triaging to pharmacist.
- Time Management Skills: Ability to prioritize time and tasks according to the needs of patients without prompting.
- Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force.
- 50 pounds of force for one person or up to 100 pounds of force with assistance from a second person with the ability to meet Medium Work Weight Demands. A cabinet with a height of greater than 60" requires two individuals to move.
- Not necessary for the position (0%):
- Climbing
- Crawling
- Kneeling
- Occasionally Performed (1%-33%):
- Balancing
- Crouching
- Lifting
- Pulling/Pushing
- Sitting
- Stooping/bending
- Twisting
- Frequently Performed (34%-66%):
- Carrying
- Distinguish colors
- Grasping
- Keyboarding/typing
- Reaching
- Repetitive Motions
- Speaking/talking
- Standing
- Walking
- Constantly Performed (67%-100%):
- Hearing
- Seeing/visual
- Not Related:
- Chemical agents (Toxic, Corrosive, Flammable, Latex)
- Explosives (pressurized gas)
- Electrical Shock/Static
- Radiation Alpha, Beta and Gamma (particles such as X-ray, Cat Scan, Gamma Knife, etc.)
- Radiation Non-Ionizing (Ultraviolet, visible light, infrared and microwaves that causes injuries to tissue or thermal or photochemical means)
- Rare (1-33%):
- Biological agents (primary air born and blood born viruses) (Jobs with Patient contact) Blood or Body Fluid (BBF)
- Physical hazards (noise, temperature, lighting, wet floors, outdoors, sharps) (more than ordinary office environment)
- Equipment/Machinery/Tools
- Mechanical moving parts/vibrations