General Summary of Position
Under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist assists the pharmacists with filling medication and IV orders and delivering them to the appropriate area of the hospital.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Preparation: Assists with the filling of prescriptions, under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist. Accurately fills the orders as entered into the computer by the pharmacist. Accurately and clearly labels all medications for dispensing (lot, expiration date, mg/tablet, etc.) Accurately fills prescriptions for frozen IV bags, mini-bag plus, and pre-mixed large volume parenteral solutions. Files written physician orders. Assembles Cataract eye kit according to departmental policies and procedures. Prepares unit dosing and bar-coding of bulk medications according to departmental policies and procedures. Mixes IV additives to solutions, TPN's and Chemotherapy as required.Transports: Delivers prescriptions to the appropriate area of the hospital. Delivers prescriptions to the appropriate area of the hospital. Delivers narcotics to nursing unitsRestock: Restocks and orders pharmaceutical supplies within the hospital. Restocks SureMed/ Omnicell machines; delivers 24-hour medication exchange cart. Orders appropriate IV supplies Restocks the shelves upon delivery of Baxter IV fluids and teamfills unit dose drawers. Accurately fills floor stock requisitions for other hospital departmentsTechnical: Supports work of the department by performing clerical and secretarial tasks. Accurately enters medication charges into the computer system. Completes computer updates. Answers and directs all phone calls appropriately.Development: Maintains current knowledge, certification, and licensure. Identifies learning needs in self and initiates actions to address these education needs. Attends staff meetings or reads and signs staff meeting minutes. Attends continuing education programs in order to maintain certification. Attends hospital sponsored training programs as required by the department. Completes all mandatory requirements, certifications, and licensure within allotted timeframe for completion (License, PPD, Competencies etc.)Organizational knowledge: Works effectively within and between departments. Participates on inter-departmental teams and committees, communicating unit knowledge as appropriate. Provides department/unit with information and knowledge acquired during participation with interdepartmental teams and committees. Demonstrates a constructive approach during all interactions with staff, supervisors, and managers both inside and outside the unit.Department/Unit Specific Functions and Duties Pitches in to cover shortages within department. Fills 24-hour exchange carts. Fills updates. Orders needed IV supplies and puts order away. Puts daily order away. Completes floor stock inspections. Completes admissions, transfers and discharges.
Minimum Qualifications
Education
- High School Diploma or GED or equivalent required
Experience
- 1-2 years Experience preferably in a hospital preferred
Licenses and Certifications
- Maryland Pharmacy Technician License required and
- CPhT Certification (except for Pharmacy Students). within 180 Days required
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Ability to communicate effectively with all internal and external customers.
- Moderate Computer skills to perform prescription entries.
- Ability to read and comprehend drug nomenclature and related medical terminology.
- HIPAA policies on Confidentiality
Why MedStar Health?
At MedStar Health, we understand that our ability to treat others well begins with how we treat each other. We work hard to foster an inclusive and positive environment where our associates feel valued, connected, and empowered. We live up to this promise through:
- Strong emphasis on teamwork - our associates feel connected to each other and our mission as an organization. In return, our effective team environment generates positive patient outcomes and high associate satisfaction ratings that exceed the national benchmark.
- Strategic focus on equity, inclusion, & diversity - we are committed to equity for all people and communities. We continue to build a diverse and inclusive workplace where people feel a sense of belonging and the ability to contribute to equitable care delivery and improved community health outcomes at all levels of the organization.
- Comprehensive total rewards package - including competitive pay, generous paid time off, great health and wellness benefits, retirement savings, education assistance, and so much more.
- More career opportunities closer to home - as the largest healthcare provider in the Baltimore-Washington, D.C. region, there are countless opportunities to grow your career and fulfill your aspirations.
About MedStar Health
MedStar Health is dedicated to providing the highest quality care for people in Maryland and the Washington, D.C., region, while advancing the practice of medicine through education, innovation, and research. Our team of 32,000 includes physicians, nurses, residents, fellows, and many other clinical and non-clinical associates working in a variety of settings across our health system, including 10 hospitals and more than 300 community-based locations, the largest home health provider in the region, and highly respected institutes dedicated to research and innovation. As the medical education and clinical partner of Georgetown University for more than 20 years, MedStar Health is dedicated not only to teaching the next generation of doctors, but also to the continuing education, professional development, and personal fulfillment of our whole team. Together, we use the best of our minds and the best of our hearts to serve our patients, those who care for them, and our communities. It’s how we treat people.
MedStar Health is an Equal Opportunity (EO) Employer and assures equal opportunity for all applicants and employees. We hire people to work in different locations, and we comply with the federal, state and local laws governing each of those locations. MedStar Health makes all decisions regarding employment, including for example, hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, benefit eligibility, discipline, and discharge without regard to any protected status, including race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sex, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, political affiliations, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local EO laws. If you receive an offer of employment, it is MedStar Health's policy to hire its employees on an at-will basis, which means you or MedStar Health may terminate this relationship at any time, for any reason.
