Pharmacy Technician Specialist
Company: Houston Methodist Cypress Hospital
Location: Waller
Posted on: September 28, 2024
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Job Description:
At Houston Methodist, the Pharmacy Technician Specialist
position serves in an expanded role and is responsible for
performing advanced level work including but not limited to
medication reconciliation and medication histories, verification of
orders, verification of doses dispensed by other technicians,
support of medication acquisition programs to ensure safe patient
transitions during the admitting, transfer, and discharge
medication acquisition process, and assisting with the collection
of data for productivity and quality assessment, and may perform
Tech-Check-Tech (T-C-T) as outlined by the Texas State Board of
Pharmacy (TSBP) and HM policy. This position participates in staff
development by training new employees, residents, and interns;
provides feedback on technician's performance; and may lead the
coordination of the day-to-day workflow and activities of assigned
pharmacy technicians. The Pharmacy Technician Specialist position
also performs other specialized functions in the work areas in
addition to performing functions normally associated with a
Pharmacy Technician or Senior Pharmacy Technician. PEOPLE ESSENTIAL
FUNCTIONS Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a
dynamic, team focused work unit that actively helps one another to
achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with other health
care professionals as needed for problem resolution and/or
achievement of identified patient specific goals. Guides and
mentors Pharmacy Technicians, Senior Pharmacy Technicians, and
students to help build confidence in skills, knowledge and
abilities. Proactively supports and assists with training new
employees and all other pharmacy learners (e.g. residents, interns,
students and volunteers). Provides management feedback on
technician's performance. SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Leads
workgroups and committees as well as develops and implements
education activities for technical staff. Presents or assists
in-services for pharmacy staff as directed by Pharmacy Management.
Assists with optimizing the safety and efficiency of pharmacy
operations and supporting the workflow needs of the pharmacy
department. Contributes in department efforts to resolve drug
related problems and maximizing patient care. QUALITY/SAFETY
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Provides support to the workflow, coordinates
medication distribution and acquisition in assigned areas under the
supervision of the pharmacist, and reports problems to the
appropriate parties. Accurately documents and completes paperwork
in assigned role/function. Performs advanced activities to ensure
efficient and safe medication distribution including, but not
limited to, Tech-Check-Tech, medication reconciliations, medication
histories, advanced sterile compounding, troubleshooting
automation, and patient interactions. Reports --near misses-- and
inputs errors promptly to improve processes and identify trends.
Contributes to identification of corrective actions and improvement
activities and contributes to meeting departmental and hospital
targets for quality and safety. Leads other technicians in the
collection and reporting of data related to quality improvement and
productivity projects to optimize patient safety FINANCE ESSENTIAL
FUNCTIONS Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies.
Recommends solutions in achieving departmental objectives.
Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and
prioritize daily tasks. GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Participates in planning, developing, implementing, and monitoring
new pharmacy programs and services that address medication related
errors and safety initiatives. Identifies process improvement
opportunities in the medication distribution process. Seeks
opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with
a focus on continual development as a Pharmacy Technician
Specialist. This job description is not intended to be
all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably
related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves
the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need
arises. EDUCATION High School diploma or equivalent education
(examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency,
partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.) Two
years of college preferred WORK EXPERIENCE Four years of Pharmacy
Technician experience applicable to the specific work setting
(e.g., hospital, specialty pharmacy); may consider a HM Senior
Pharmacy Technician with one year less experience Cross trained in
three pharmacy work areas - examples include but are not limited to
medication histories, advanced sterile compounding,
Tech-Check-Tech, Pyxis coordinator, etc.; OR serves as a subject
matter expert (SME) for a pharmacy work area in which 50 percent or
more of work time is conducted and demonstrated by completion of an
approved certificate program such as Accreditation Council of
Pharmacy Education (ACPE), Board of Pharmacy Technician Specialties
(BPTS), American Society of Health System Pharmacists (ASHP),
Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) Texas Society of
Health System Pharmacist (TSHP), etc. LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS -
REQUIRED LPHT - Licensed Pharmacy Tech - State Registration OR RPI
- Reg Pharmacy Intern - State Licensure AND IV Certification -
Intravenous certification (ACPE) if applicable for primary work
assignment within 90 days KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely
perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills,
competency assessments, and performance evaluations Sufficient
proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language
necessary to perform the essential functions of this job,
especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee
safety or security Ability to effectively communicate with
patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner
consistent with a customer service focus and application of
positive language principles Proficient in performing accurate
calculations required for usual dosage determinations Possesses
proficient computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems
to include, hospital/pharmacy related software, drug preparation
pumps/devices, packaging and labeling machines, automated drug
dispensing equipment, prescription balances, and portable data
processing units Exhibits strong interpersonal and team player
skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery
of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians
and co-workers Capable of assuming responsibility for coordinating
the activities of other technicians Adapts to multiple ongoing
priorities with minimal supervision including organizing work flow
and actively participating in problem-solving Maintains active
credentialing for Tech-Check-Tech, if performing those duties
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ATTIRE Uniform No Scrubs Yes
Business professional No Other (department approved) No ON-CALL
Note that employees may be required to be on-call during
emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless
of selection below. On Call No TRAVEL Travel specifications may
vary by department May require travel within the Houston
Metropolitan area No May require travel outside Houston
Metropolitan area No Company Profile: Houston Methodist Cypress
Hospital, scheduled to open in the first quarter of 2025, will be
Houston Methodist's ninth hospital and will incorporate the most
advanced technology available from the day the doors open. With 100
beds (at our opening; licensed for 276) and a prime location in the
heart of the rapidly growing U.S. 290 corridor, the hospital will
be equipped with technologically advanced innovations implemented
during COVID, many of them designed to make patient communication
with physicians, staff and families the very best and most
effective in any health care facility. Even though the hospital
won't be fully operational until 2025, we have several services and
specialties opening in 2024. Houston Methodist is an equal
opportunity employer inclusive of women, minorities, disabled
persons and veterans. Equal Employment Opportunity Houston
Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal employment
opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist
is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in
discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or
seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race,
color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other
characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor ---
priority referral Protected Veterans requested.
Keywords: Houston Methodist Cypress Hospital, Houston , Pharmacy Technician Specialist, Professions , Waller, Texas
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