Pharmacy Technician 2 IRP - Inpatient

Scope of Position

Under the direction of a pharmacist and in coordination with other technicians, prepares unit dose and intravenous medications for dispensing to patients. Makes scheduled deliveries to appointed nursing units to deliver medications to patients while ensuring that our department meets medication security requirements set forth by The Joint Commission.

Position Summary

Assist pharmacists with medication order entry into the pharmacy computer system. Maintains stock levels of medications to avoid delays in service to patients. Demonstrates the ability to work as a member of a team. Technicians must participate in continuing educational opportunities to meet the annual competency requirements and participate in continual training opportunities provided by the department to develop ongoing skills in other areas of the pharmacy. Technicians must comply with all the rules and regulations of the hospital and pharmacy department. Must complete PTCB certification within 9 months of hire date unless such is in place upon hire. All technicians must maintain a current PTCB certification through employment to work as pharmacy technician at OSU Medical Center department of Pharmacy.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma

• Active OH Board of Pharmacy Certified Pharmacy Technician registration, PTCB/NHA certification