Advanced Pharmacy Technician - (NW24758)

 Description Branch:  Pharmacy

Department:  370065 - CCD CENTRAL EXPENSE

Employment Type:  Full-Time

Hours Per Week:  40

Area/Specialty:  

Scheduled Days:  various

Shift Begins and Ends:  10:30p-7:00a

Job Description:  


JOB SUMMARY:
Under general direction, performs all operational dispensing duties including but not limited to controlled substances, investigational drugs, or pharmacy purchasing. These duties are performed in compliance with the departmental policies and procedures providing optimal pharmaceutical care to the patients at the University of Chicago Hospitals and Clinics. Assumes responsibility and accountability for the provision of safe, accurate, and timely medication distribution and reliable pharmaceutical care to a variety of patient populations.

 Requirements
High School diploma or equivalent (GED) required. Bachelors or other advanced degree preferred.
Valid Illinois pharmacy technician license. Certified Pharmacy Technician License (National Certification)
Successful completion of HR entrance examination. Experience and training as defined by one of the of the following qualifications: Minimum of at least 5 years experience as an inpatient hospital pharmacy technician OR Graduation from an ASHP accredited Pharmacy Technician Program, with at least 2 years of experience as an inpatient hospital pharmacy technician OR Minimum of at least one year experience as an inpatient hospital pharmacy technician at UCMC, with above average scores on all UCMC employee evaluations, and no disciplinary actions in the last 12 months (except time & attendance)

Knowledge and proficiency with hospital operations and pharmacy practices and procedures, medications and medical supplies, hospital practice and healthcare regulatory requirements, and record keeping.
Computer entry skills and ability to accurately type at 35 WPM. Excellent communication skills, ability to
work independently with attention to detail, perform mathematical computations, overseeing the work of others, and interact effectively with others.
REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
Valid Illinois pharmacy technician license Certified Pharmacy Technician License (National Certification)
Successful completion of HR entrance examination.

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