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Children's Hospital Colorado Senior Pharmacy Technician in Aurora, Colorado
Job ID86079
LocationAurora, Colorado
Full/Part TimeFull-Time
Regular/TemporaryRegular
Why Work at Children's....
Here, it's different. Come join us. Children's Hospital Colorado has defined and delivered pediatric healthcare excellence for more than 100 years. Here, the nation's brightest nurses, physicians, scientists, researchers, therapists, and care providers are creating the future of child health. With an optimist's outlook, a trailblazing spirit, and a celebrated history, we're making new strides every day. We've been Magnet-designated four times by the American Nurses Credentialing Center and are consistently recognized among the best of the best pediatric hospitals with #1 rankings in Colorado and the region by U.S. News & World Report. As a national leader in pediatric care, we serve children and families from all over the nation. Our System of Care includes four pediatric hospitals, 11 specialty care centers, 1,300+ outreach clinics and more than 10,000 healthcare professionals representing the full spectrum of pediatric care specialties. Here, we know it takes all of us, every role, to deliver the best possible care to each child and family we treat. That's why we build our teams toward a foundation of equity in access, advancement, and opportunity. We know teams of individuals with different identities and backgrounds can nurture creativity and innovation. We know we can see, treat, and heal children better when our team reflects the diversity of our patient population. We strive to attract and retain diverse talent because we know a truly inclusive and equitable workforce will help us one day realize our most basic calling: to heal every child who comes through o A career at Children's Colorado will challenge you, inspire you, and motivate you to make a difference in the life of a child. Here, it's different.
Job Overview
Under the direction of a licensed pharmacist and following established policies and procedures, performs a variety of technical procedures to support hospital inpatient or outpatient pharmacy operations.The Pharmacy Technician Senior also teaches and trains Pharmacy Technician Associates, Pharmacy Technicians, interns, and students and participates in safety and quality improvement projects.Assists with development of departmental policies, procedures, and training program materials.
Additional Information
Department: Pharmacy Hours per week: 40, eligible for benefits Shift: Variable, rotating day and evening shifts weekly as determined by department need. Shift Times: 5:00am-1:30pm, 6:00am-2:30pm, 2:00pm-10:30pm, 3:00pm-11:30pm Weekend Requirement: 1 weekend per month (every 4th weekend), rotation determined by business need and training Holiday Requirement: 2 major holidays per year
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION - High School Diploma or Equivalent EXPERIENCE -Three (3) years of pharmacy technician experience EQUIVALENCY - Completion of pharmacy technician program may substitute for one (1) year of the experience requirement. CERTIFICATION(S) - State of Colorado Pharmacy Technician (PHAT) Certification Certificate through a nationally recognized certification board or body approved by the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP) such as the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or National Healthcare Association (NHA) Inpatient: Sterile Compounding Certificate And one (1) of the following certifications: Hazardous Medication certificate OR Medication History Certificate Billing and Reimbursement Certificate Controlled Substances Diversion Prevention Certificate Hazardous Drug Management Certificate
Responsibilities
POPULATION SPECIFIC CARE a.) Neonate - 30 days to 1yr c.) Toddlers - >1yr to 3yrs d.) Pre-Schoolers - >3yrs to 5yrs e.) School age - >5yrs to 13yrs f.) Adolescent - >13yrs to 18yrs g.) Adult - >18yrs to 65yrs ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS An employee in his position may be called upon to do any or all the following essential functions. These examples do not include all the functions which the employee may be expected to perform. 1. Prepares unit-dose (inpatient only) nonhazardous and hazardous medications and drug supplies for dispensing as directed by a licensed pharmaci 2. Follows security/storage requirements of all medications including