OHSU is Oregon’s only public academic health center. We are a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and southwest Washington. We are an institution of higher learning, with schools of medicine, nursing, pharmacy, dentistry and public health – and with a network of campuses and partners throughout Oregon. We are a national research hub, with thousands of scientists developing lifesaving therapies and deeper understanding. We are a statewide economic engine and Portland’s largest employer. And as a public organization, we provide services for the most vulnerable Oregonians, and outreach to improve health in communities across the state.
This position provides technical support to pharmacists through preparation of unit doses, data entry, delivery
of medications, and cartfill exchange. Person working this shift is responsible for ensuring accountability and
accuracy of standard operations procedures in these areas. Position works under direct supervision of a
Pharmacist who is responsible for the safe and proper distribution and use of drugs in inpatients and
outpatients who range in age from neonates, infants <1 year old, children and adolescents ages 1-18, adults
ages 19-65, and the elderly age >65. Be able to perform duties as specified in Pharmacy Technician 1 and 2
Class Specifications as applicable to work unit.
Prepare, mix and compound sterile medications, including chemotherapy.
Assist pharmacist through performance of the following technical support activities:
Prioritize labels from new orders to assure that product is delivered to label location at least one hour prior to label due time.
Perform other technician duties as assigned based on operational needs.
Job Related Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Competencies):
Formal pharmacy technician training program
Inpatient and outpatient hospital pharmacy experience.
Medical and scientific nomenclature
Possible exposure to hazardous chemicals and noise. Understand the difference of non-hazardous and hazardous medications; safely handle hazardous medications per regulatory guidelines. Flexibility in scheduling of shift times. Accountability for accuracy associated with performance of the duties to this position.
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