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Overview A Day in the Life of a Pharmacy Tech Works under the supervision of the Pharmacy Operations Manager and the pharmacist(s) on duty. Assists pharmacists in preparing and distributing medications, maintaining the inventory, and maintaining patient records. All Pharmacy Technician work must be verified by a registered pharmacist. Assists the department and patient care areas in identification and resolution of patient safety issues related to medication use. Why Work at Cheyenne Regional? 403(b) with 4% employer match ANCC Magnet Hospital 21 PTO days per year (increases with tenure) Education Assistance Program Employee Sponsored Wellness Program Employee Assistance Program Loan Forgiveness Eligible Here is What You Will Be Doing Procures and distributes drug orders per physician request, pharmacist request or prearranged work assignment. Compounds intravenous admixture or other sterile products including chemotherapy accurately using aseptic technique. Packages unit dose medications according to policy. Replenishes medications in floor stock and patient care areas and automation systems accurately and rotates stock to ensure use before expiration. Fills orders, kits, carts, and requisitions accurately. Receives, inventories, and distributes controlled substances according to legal guidelines. Checks inventory for adequate supply and outdated items. Answers the phone and requests from CRMC staff and makes deliveries to patient care areas. Keeps pharmacy areas clean, neat, and well organized and equipment maintained. Maintains professional appearance and attitude, following applicable dress codes. Keeps pharmacy records filed and complete. Processes patient charges and credits. Troubleshoots and corrects automation system problems and refers appropriately. Assists in processes for the purchasing and receiving of items from wholesalers and other vendors in the absence of pharmacy buyer. Restocks medication and IV areas. Participates in performance improvement activities, meets quality goals, and promotes safety. Completes inspection of medication storage area within required timeframe. Performs data collection and analysis as requested. Reports all errors, inefficiencies, and inaccuracies to management. Provides suggestions for improvement where appropriate. Contributes to the team effort, assists co-workers when needed, offers constructive suggestions, and shows willingness to resolve problems as they arise. Precepts students and new staff as assigned. Cross trains in multiple pharmacy specialties as directed by pharmacy leadership. Desired Skills Ability to understand and meet customer needs and expectations Ability to demonstrate effective communication methods and define appropriate lines of authority for the department/program Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and ability to follow standards in personnel, patient, and staff related discussions Effective listening skills Ability to seek appropriate guidance when situation dictates advanced knowledge or judgment Ability to learn pharmacy automation systems, repackagers, Electronic Health Record (EHR), and additional equipment and software when needed Ability to follow all regulatory standards and organizational policies and protocols Ability to interact respectfully with diverse cultural and socio-economic populations Here is What You Need Current Pharmacy Technician license from the Wyoming State Board of Pharmacy Nice to Have Healthcare / Inpatient pharmacy experience Customer service experience About Cheyenne Regional Cheyenne Regional Medical Center was founded in 1867 as a tent hospital by the Union Pacific Railroad to treat workers injured while building the transcontinental railroad. Today, we are the largest hospital in the state of Wyoming, employing over 2,000 people, and treating over 350,000+ patients from southeastern Wyoming, western Nebraska, and northern Colorado. We pride ourselves on patient and employee experience by living our core values of I ntegrity, Cari ng, Compa ssion, Res pect, Serv i>ce, Teamwo rk and E xcellence to great health. Our team makes a difference every day by providing trusted healthcare expertise through a passionate and I.N.S.P.I.R.E.(ing) approach with a personal touch. By living our values, we aim to achieve our goal of becoming a 5-star rated hospital, providing critical support and resources to our community and the greater region we serve. If you are eager to make a difference and passionate about healthcare, we encourage you to apply today! #J-18808-Ljbffr

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