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Maintains a specialized area of responsibility while aiding in the delivery of care in areas such as Purchasing, Receiving, Auditing, Sterile and nonsterile compounding, Billing, Informatics, Medication Reconciliation, Licensing, Contracting, and Marketing.
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Enters medication orders from doctors' order sheets/prescriptions and fills according to label, ensuring that the correct product is dispensed and that the dosage form and charge quantity are in accordance with formulary; enters correct billing data as required. Completes and files appropriate paperwork to ensure payment for and delivery of pharmacy supplies. Monitors lost charges.
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Orders supplies daily and coordinates returns for credit when pharmaceuticals have expired.
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Coordinates the Drug Recall Process.
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Assists in maintaining a clean, orderly, and fully stocked work environment in accordance with established policies and procedures. Performs inventory control: Stocking, cleaning and facing prescription and OTC shelves.
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Compounds or admixes ingredients appropriately for dispensing, cart fill and sterile preparation while under the supervision of the Pharmacist.
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Perform IV admixtures using aseptic techniques and in compliance with accepted regulatory standards as required.
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Helps patients and medical staff with nonjudgmental questions under the direct supervision of a pharmacist preceptor. Answers simple questions from medical staff and patients.
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Delivers medication appropriately to patients, and delivers delivery carts to floors daily.
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General understanding of Pharmacy Care modalities, terminology, pharmaceutical calculations, terminology, drug use and aseptic techniques, standards, and equipment.
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Knowledge of procedures and standards for the labeling and dispensing of prescription medications.
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Must be able to read, write and follow instructions and flow chart protocols.
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Ability to sort, check, count, and verify numbers.
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Ability to follow established safety, infection control, environmental and isolation practices and procedures at all times.
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Interpersonal skills required to interact effectively with patients and staff.
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General computer skills, including but not limited to: using required software applications, data entry, information security, electronic medical documentation, hand held scanning and email.