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Job Summary / Purpose

Performs a variety of tasks in support of the daily workflow of the pharmacy to include the appropriate distribution of medications in compliance with state and federal laws and in accordance with CSH policies and procedures. Under the supervision of a pharmacist, technicians are accountable for 1) preparing and dispensing prescribed medications for patients, 2) performing compounding of intravenous medications, 3) assisting in managing inventory, 4) performing charging and crediting functions for medications associated with drug distribution processes, and 5) performing routine clerical/administrative tasks.

Incumbents are also accountable for: maintaining a clean and safe environment; using appropriate aseptic technique; handling controlled substances appropriately; completing all educational modules; attending regular staff meetings; keeping abreast of departmental changes/current CSH policy and procedures and The Joint Commission requirements.

Essential Key Job Responsibilities

Prepares, distributes and delivers medications in accordance with CSH policies and procedures, The Joint Commission requirements, and Department of Health regulations.
Performs clerical and administrative tasks in support of the day to day operations of the department.
Maintains proper medication and supply stock levels
Operates and maintains automated medication delivery systems and devices.
Participates in department quality assurance programs and maintains appropriate quality assurance documentation.
Trained and certified in IV admixture preparation including all regulatory and compliance requirements with required training and documentation. This may include preparation and handling of hazardous / chemotherapy medication if applicable. 
Performs related duties as required.

The job summary and responsibilities listed above are designed to indicate the general nature of the work performed within this job. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all job responsibilities required of employees assigned to this job. Employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience:

High school diploma or GED equivalent
6 months compounding of IV medication 

Required Licensure and Certifications:

Registered Pharmacy Tech in the state in which the employee works, PHARMTECH:KY

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Training:

Knowledge of the standards, techniques and tools relating to pharmaceutical patient care.
Knowledge of the regulatory requirements applicable to pharmaceutical patient care.
Knowledge of mathematical functions, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, basic algebra and calculations.
Ability to mix oral powders and compounded drugs and to prepare intravenous admixture and other parenteral drugs.
Ability to understand and use/apply I.V. admixture, automated distribution systems, outpatient services and decentralized pharmacy services. This may include hazardous compounding requirements where appropriate. 
Ability to understand and apply standards, procedures and techniques to the work assignment.
Ability to read, understand and communicate in    English sufficient to perform the duties of the position.
Ability to use office equipment and automated  systems/applications/software at an acceptable level.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as required by the duties of the position.

Welcome to Saint Joseph East, a 217-bed, full-service, community hospital located in a convenient setting in Lexington, Kentucky. Saint Joseph East also includes the Women's Hospital at Saint Joseph East which is dedicated to supporting the well-being of women in Central and Eastern Kentucky and serves a 16-bed Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). 

CHI Saint Joseph Health is part of CommonSpirit Health, a non-profit, Catholic health system dedicated to advancing health for all people. With approximately 175,000 team members and 25,000 physicians and advanced practice clinicians. 

Our commitment to serve the common good is delivered through the dedicated work of thousands of physicians, advanced practice clinicians, nurses, and staff; through clinical excellence delivered across a system of 140 hospitals and more than 2,200 care centers serving 24 states.