INTRAVENOUS TECHNICIAN

Company: PharMerica
Location: Warwick
Posted on: May 20, 2020

Job Description:

Accelerate your career! We apply innovative solutions that improve patient outcomes through some of the industry's best and brightest business professionals, innovators and clinicians. Right now, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as an Intravenous Technician. Responsibilities May be responsible for cleaning and maintaining Sterile Compounding room and QA as per USP 797 guidelines for a high-risk pharmacy and state law as directed by supervisor.Works under direct supervision of a Registered Pharmacist, fills prescriptions and prepares Sterile Compounding according to standards of quality, customer service, productivity guidelines and State Board of Pharmacy regulations.Knowledge of Long-Term Care and Alere high risk pregnancy medications.May be responsible for staging, preparing, filling orders for residents at long term care facilities.Responsible for staging, preparing, filling orders for Alere, high-risk pregnant women.May be responsible for compounding Sterile Compounding orders and syringes for Alere in a Class 100 clean room including compounding medications from non-sterile powders as directed by Pharmacists, IV Supervisor, and/or Director of Pharmacy.May be responsible for data entry and to assist pharmacist with calling nursing home and/or Alere for refill orders.Responsible for maintaining, cleaning and accountability of pumps.Responsible for filing, answering phones, and stocking areas in the IV department as appropriate and as directed by supervisor.Works with Lead IV Technician in maintaining a clean/safe work environment, checking equipment for calibration, safety, and cleanliness.Responsible for replenishment and maintenance of Emergency Drug Kits (EDK) provided to Long Term Care Facilities.Responsible for communicating with Pharmacist or Supervisor, or Lead Technician with any concerns regarding USP 797 and Operations.May be responsible for shipping and tracking Alere packages through overnight 3rd party logistics company.Performs other tasks as assigned. Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent.6 months - 1 year of IV pharmacy technician experience.Excellent oral and written communication skills.Licenses/Certifications: As required by state regulations. About Our Company PharMerica is a full-service pharmacy solution providing value beyond medication. PharMerica is the long-term care pharmacy services provider of choice for senior living communities, skilled nursing facilities, public health organizations and post-acute care organizations. PharMerica is one of the nation's largest pharmacy companies. PharMerica offers unmatched employee development, exceptional company culture, seemingly endless opportunities for advancement and the highest hiring goals in decades. For more information about PharMerica, please visit www.pharmerica.com. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Additional Job Information Must be available to work Monday-Friday, with some nights and at least one weekend day shift. This position will also include bench tech work - IV Technician/Pharmacy Technician.

Internal ID: 2020-3966PandoLogic.Category: Pharmaceutical, Keywords: Pharmacy Director

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