Pharmacy Technician Specialist - ADC (Pyxis)

Pharmacy Technician

This position functions in a support capacity for automated technology systems related to pharmacy distribution. This includes implementation, monitoring, analysis, troubleshooting, and maintenance of the automated dispensing systems and computer software. Serves as the liaison between the pharmacy and nursing with regard to automated distribution systems. Interacts and trains pharmacy staff, physicians, and nursing staff on automated dispensing technology.

Job Description

• Provides support in the implementation, installation, maintenance, and updating of technology systems related to pharmacy distribution. Coordinates and reviews implementation plans, monitors and assists installation activities conducted by hospital staff and outside vendors to ensure agreed timetables are maintained. Coordinates information gathering processes, including file building, configuration, construction-related activities to ensure data integrity and adequate supply resources including delivery of equipment, network drops, and configuration of space on the patient care units, configuration of the cabinet(s), and establishment of inventory and par levels. Acts as a liaison to other hospital departments for installation activities and post-installation maintenance.

• Serves as a resource to physicians, hospital personnel, and pharmacy staff in interpreting department/hospital/system policies. Regarding automated dispensing systems, acts as a resource and may provide training to pharmacy staff, physicians, and nursing staff on the pharmacy distribution systems ensuring all parties have an appropriate understanding of the system.

• Monitors and evaluates system activities to ensure systems run properly. Coordinates site visits from vendors for upgrades and maintenance as needed. Identifies and resolves problems with the medication distribution system, as well as assists in the development and implementation of programs to improve and enhance service quality. This includes analyzing data reports and educating staff on research findings, as well as troubleshooting and resolving issues with existing system programs and making recommendations to the respective vendors for upgrades.

• Reviews historical data on patient-care-unit specific medication use trends. Interprets data, makes recommendations, and implements inventory changes in order to maintain safe and appropriate selection of standard stock. Keeps adequate supplies on each patient care unit. Coordinates removal of infrequently used non-standard stock items to improve space and medication utilization. Produces a statistically valid analysis of overall automated dispensing system accuracy monthly, including overrides, stockouts, refills, etc.

• Analyzes financial reports generated by the technology systems for the pharmacy department. Presents reports to management and assists with the resolution of issues identified. Works with the Manager of Medication Safety and Regulatory Compliance to ensure safe and appropriate selection of floor stock medications throughout the hospital and clinics and reviews requests for new additions to floor stock. Coordinates approved changes with Pharmacy Purchasing and Inventory Coordinator.

• Acts as a liaison to the information technology department as it relates to troubleshooting and resolving technology system-related issues. Serves as a liaison between pharmacy and Patient Service Managers during system upgrades and enhancements, coordinates facility moves of machines and related technology, and new system installations including medication inventory and IT needs. Provides support to nursing staff during implementation of practice changes relating to the medication distribution system.

• Assumes the duties of the Pharmacy Technician II when needed and as appropriate. These duties may include, but are not limited to preparing, charging, and crediting medications, restocking automated dispensing technology, and compounding specialty medications and intravenous medications. Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards. Provides all customers of Foundation Health with an excellent service experience by consistently demonstrating our core and leader behaviors each and every day.

Requirements

• Requires pharmacy technician licensure in the state of practice (where applicable). Pharmacy technician certification required (CPhT).

• Must demonstrate 1 to 2 years of experience performing in a pharmacy technician role. Must also have proven experience working with automated technology systems related to pharmacy distribution. Must possess good organizational, problem-solving, and computer skills. Must possess training in compounding intravenous medications and sterile products preparation. Must demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills, problem-solving, and conflict resolution within the pharmacy department.

• Must have knowledge of computer software, particularly medication management information system software, Microsoft applications, and automated dispensing systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefer 3 years of experience as a Pharmacy Technician in hospital pharmacy practice. Previous supervisory experience is preferred. Computer software experience preferred. Experience serving as a pharmacy and nursing liaison for automated distribution systems desired.

Pay & Benefits

• Compensation: $28.47 to $44.49 hourly wage based on experience and education

• Additional Pay: Shift Differential, Annual Increases, Paid Time Off

• Benefits: Medical, vision, dental, 401k with employer match

• Education Benefits: FHP Tuition Assistance, Student Loan Forgiveness

• Other Benefits: Onsite Gym, Wellness Programs, Discount programs, The Learning Center (childcare services)

• Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week, varied shifts

Community Overview

Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is a non-profit facility owned by the Greater Fairbanks Community Hospital Foundation. A Joint Commission-accredited facility with 152 licensed beds, Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is the primary referral center for residents of Alaska's interior. We have a strong patient-to-nurse ratio, a culture of Shared Leadership, and are proud members of the Mayo Clinic Care Network. In addition to our exceptional clinical environment, our location offers incomparable lifestyle rewards away from work. In Fairbanks, small-town living, spectacular natural beauty, and endless recreation combine to create a one-of-a-kind place to live, work, and play.

Tanana Valley Clinic has provided state-of-the-art medical services to the Fairbanks Community and Interior Alaska for over 50 years. TVC is a 60-provider multi-specialty group. We have an excellent group of physicians and clinical staff, many of whom have been at TVC for 20+ years, as a testament to our friendly work environment. Our passionate staff seek to make TVC the Medical Home for the people of the Interior of Alaska.

Denali Center is a 90-bed comprehensive short- and long-term care facility offering uniquely compassionate care to our adult patient population. Following the Eden Alternative philosophy, we foster a core belief that aging should be a continued stage of development and growth rather than a period of decline. Within our inviting setting, we provide residents with access to daily activities, visits from friends and family, a place to worship, and on-site shopping options. We also provide our dedicated health care professionals with deeply rewarding career opportunities and fulfilling lifestyle options.