Pharmacy Tech II-Certified
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*Bonus available to new employees and may require previous work experience. Employment commitment to Samaritan is required.
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Pharmacy Technicians working in ambulatory/home infusion spend the majority of their day compounding sterile IV products for patient use. IV mixing experience is preferred. Home infusion is open Monday-Friday from 7am to 5:30pm, closed major holidays and weekends. Technicians work 8 hour shifts Monday-Friday.
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JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE
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In addition to the basic purpose of the Pharmacy Technician, assists pharmacists in clinical data gathering, problem solving, clinical support functions, patient interaction and medication order processing. Supervised in all duties by a pharmacist.
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DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
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To coordinate, prepare, and process patient information and medical records in accordance with established guidelines. In addition, is responsible for the efficient flow of correspondence and coordinating and verifying the pre-authorization and referral processes.
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EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS
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High school diploma or equivalent required.
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One (1) of the following required:
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Current unencumbered Certified Oregon Pharmacy Technician License.
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Currently enrolled first year PharmD student in good standing with an accredited pharmacy school and current unencumbered Oregon Board of Pharmacy Intern license.
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Eighteen (18) months work experience as a Pharmacy Technician required.
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Experience and/or training with a computer keyboard required.
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Experience and/or training operating a calculator and performing math calculations required.
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Technical experience in Pharmacy procedures, including IV admixture and sterile techniques required.
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Experience and/or training assessing clinical data required.
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All job offers are contingent upon the candidate passing a pre-employment/post offer drug screen.
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KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
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Communication - Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues. Ability to perform group presentations and listen to and understand complex information and ideas.
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Computer Literacy - Knowledge of electronic equipment, computer hardware and software, including applications and programming. Ability to operate applications, write software, set up functions, enter data, and manipulate and process information.
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Customer Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
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Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
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Time Management - Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to complete within required time frames and to follow-up on pending issues. Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast-paced environments and under pressure.
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Clerical - Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.
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PHYSICAL DEMANDS
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Rarely
(1 - 10% of the time)Occasionally
(11 - 33% of the time)Frequently
(34 - 66% of the time)Continually
(67 – 100% of the time)WALK - INCLINE
LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 40 - 60 Lbs
LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 20 - 40 Lbs
LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 40 – 60 Lbs
CARRY 2-handed, 40 - 60 pounds
SQUAT Static (hold >30 sec)
KNEEL (on knees)
PUSH (40 - 60 pounds force)
PULL (40 - 60 pounds force)
WALK – LEVEL SURFACE
LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0 - 20 Lbs
LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 20 - 40 Lbs
LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 – 20 Lbs
CARRY 2-handed, 20 - 40 pounds
SQUAT Repetitive
BEND FORWARD at waist
PUSH (0 - 20 pounds force)
PUSH (20 - 40 pounds force)
PULL (0 - 20 pounds force)
PULL (20 - 40 pounds force)
SIT
STAND
CLIMB - STAIRS
LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs
LIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 Lbs
CARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
ROTATE TRUNK Sitting
ROTATE TRUNK Standing
REACH - Upward
PINCH Fingers
GRASP Hand/Fist
REACH - Forward
MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wrists
FINGER DEXTERITY
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