Inpatient Pharmacy Tech Trainee FT Rotating

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Rotating Shift

Description:

At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well.

MercyOne Dubuque is the leading hospital in the tri-states, offering the only comprehensive cardiology center and level II regional neonatal intensive care unit in the area as well as the newly constructed MercyOne Dubuque Cancer Center. Other services include a trauma center, a CARF-accredited inpatient rehabilitation unit, home health care, orthopedics, retail pharmacies, palliative care, and a wide range of outpatient and community services. MercyOne operates two hospital-based skilled nursing units and a 40-bed nursing home.

In recognition of the strength of its nursing service and the overall quality of patient care, MercyOne Dubuque has been designated a Magnet® hospital four consecutive times - the nation's most prestigious award for nursing excellence.

Want to learn more about MercyOne Dubuque? Click here: Find a Location Dubuque, Iowa (IA), MercyOne Dubuque

Job Description

Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire an Inpatient Pharmacy Tech Trainee.

As an Inpatient Pharmacy Tech Trainee at MercyOne, you will be Under the supervision of a pharmacist, the inpatient pharmacy technician trainee assists in the provision of pharmaceutical care to inpatients and outpatients ranging in age from premature newborns to geriatrics. The inpatient pharmacy technician trainee is involved in the provision of educational and employee services to patients, guests, hospital and medical staff of MercyOne Medical Center.

Schedule:

• Hours and shifts many vary

General Requirements:

·       Works with and assists pharmacists and nurses with pharmacy related issues for patients and facilitates the implementation of physician orders.

·       Performs dispensing functions under the supervision of a pharmacist.

·       Prepares IV admixtures as well as any other sterile preparation encountered in pharmacy according to departmental policies.

·       Makes regular deliveries of medications to nursing units.

·       Processes Unit Based Cabinet Refill Reports and promptly delivers / resupplies medications to the nursing units.

·       Answers and processes incoming phone calls to the department.

·       Assists with department inventory procedures and processes.

·       Processes patient medication charges and credits accurately into pharmacy and / or hospital information system.

 

Education:

·       Must be 17.5 years of age or older.

·       Typing, clerical and science background desirable.

·       Registration with Iowa Board of Pharmacy within 30 days of employment.

·       Pass the test for and maintain national technician certification as outlined by the Iowa Board of Pharmacy within 1 year of employment. If unable to pass the test within 1 year of employment, the employee will need to be terminated from the pharmacy technician trainee position. 

·       Child and Dependent Adult Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training is required within 6 months of hire and every 3 years thereafter.

Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!

Visit MercyOne Careers to learn more about the benefits, culture, and career development opportunities available to you at MercyOne Health System circle of care.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.