Pharmacy Tech (Inpatient)
 Carle Health | ||||||
 United States, Illinois, Normal | ||||||
| 1304 Franklin Avenue (Show on map) | ||||||
 Feb 25, 2025 | ||||||
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Overview
Under direct supervision of a registered pharmacist, the pharmacy technician engages in the preparation, control an distribution of medications. Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications Certifications:
Work Experience:more than 1yr as a Pharm Technician Responsibilities Accurately and efficiently perform computer functions according to department policies. Includes, but not limited to the pharmacy computer system/electronic health record, automated dispensing equipment, packaging machine software and departmental email.Understand pharmaceutical terms, abbreviations, symbols and commonly used in prescribing and dispensing medications. Perform calculations necessary to prepare compounded medications.Process new prescriptions and refills. Fill medication orders in an accurate and timely manner, including new or lost doses, floor stock replacement items and unit dose cartfill.Transport medication to/from nursing units, including controlled substances, per department protocol/policyRestock automated dispensing cabinets according to current department procedures.Perform non-sterile compounding and repackaging.Perform sterile compounding using aseptic technique according to policy and procedure under the supervision and direction of a pharmacist. Products may include parenteral nutrition, batched IV products, and hazardous medications or chemotherapy. PRN Technicians may not be required to complete this taskRespond to phone call inquires and walk-up service requests, resolving issues or redirecting them appropriately.Restock emergency/ crash carts and kits according to department protocolAssist in maintaining drug and department supplies at appropriate levels. Follows department procedures for checking in, scanning, packaging and barcoding medicationsPerform monthly inspection of assigned areas following the standard of practice guidelines for medication storage, control and dating. Removes expired medications, rotates stock, cleans and organizes assigned areas.Maintain appropriate licensure requirements, continuing education requirements, competency requirements and updates knowledge/ skills on regular basis by participating in departmental meetings, educational programs, in-services. Completes competency requirements successfully in a timely manner.Assist in developing and maintaining training materials as neededAssist in special projects not requiring clinical decision-making capacity as assigned by pharmacy leadership.Assist in training of new staff memebers.Travel to Carle Eureka Hospital may be required for the provision of pharmacy services such as automated dispensing equipment restock and maintenance. About Us Find it here. Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. The supportive and inclusive team where you can thrive. The place where growth meets balance - and opportunities meet flexibility. Find it all at Carle Health. Based in Urbana, IL, Carle Health is a healthcare system with nearly 16,600 team members in its eight hospitals, physician groups and a variety of healthcare businesses. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet designations, the nation's highest honor for nursing care. The system includes Methodist College and Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world's first engineering-based medical school, and Health Alliance. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: human.resources@carle.com. Compensation and Benefits The compensation range for this position is $17.33per hour - $28.07per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits. | ||||||