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Summary: Under direct supervision of a registered pharmacist, prepares, packages, and distributes medications; performs clerical duties related to the operation of a pharmacy; and performs other related duties as required. Job Duties & Responsibilities: Select drugs from stock for preparation and distribution to inpatient units. Counts, pour, or mixes pharmaceuticals. Places pharmaceutical products in appropriate containers and affixes labels to containers. Packages and repackages pharmaceuticals. Able to calculate figures and amounts relating to dosage calculations when filling various prescriptions ranging from child to the elderly populations. Recognize inappropriate dosing based in available dosage forms for various age groups. Restock floor stock and automated dispensing machine stock. Monitor medication inventory and supplies. Check inventory for expired pharmaceuticals that must be returned to manufacturer. Receive and store incoming deliveries of medication and supplies. Receive and price incoming pharmaceuticals. Maintain inventory of supplies and reorder them accordingly. Verify invoices and statements. Perform clerical duties related to the operation of a pharmacy. Answer the telephone and take messages related to pharmacy department. Maintain the pharmacy in a clean and orderly condition. Process records of medications and supplies dispensed to patients. Assist in promoting a team atmosphere by treating individuals with respect and honesty and by using direct communication and active listening skills. Be open to change and actively support change. Be open to others’ ideas and points of view. Perform other duties as assigned. Promote department goals as well as the mission of the hospital. Communicate goals to fellow staff members. Demonstrate measurable goal achievement. Maintain department policies and procedures. Include requirements and guidelines from external agencies (i.e., Joint Commission, State of Wisconsin). Maintain and/or communicate to appropriate party function backlog at a set time. Educate new staff regarding regulations or requirements of those functions that relate to their areas or departments, as directed. Demonstrate acceptance and training of student interns in the department, as directed. Demonstrate understanding of Joint Commission and other regulatory agency compliance regulations. Involve self in the learning and application of standards relevant to the pharmacy department. Participate in inservices, seminars and other meetings to increase involvement and awareness of regulations. Involve self in the education of other disciplines regarding the department’s regulations. Participate in hospital committees, performance improvement team meetings, and team projects, as directed. Demonstrate punctuality and preparedness. Demonstrate effective communication skills. Demonstrate good organizational skills. Contribute in a positive, solution-focused manner. Attend pharmacy department meetings as needed, actively participate in discussions, recognize and contribute to activities leading to improvement. Participate in the performance improvement program. Gain understanding of the performance improvement process. Apply the performance improvement model to your department’s activities. Participate and/or create performance improvement teams that lead to improvement in other hospital areas. Educate and involve self in the hospital and department’s performance improvement plans. Conduct self in a professional manner. Demonstrate organizational skills that promote timely response to all inquiries and to task completion. Communicate with all individuals in a positive and professional manner. Attempt to resolve individual issues with peers in a positive, calm manner, with a focus on solution. Communicate concerns and provide solutions for same. Attend outside seminars and/or educational classes to promote professional growth. Demonstrate a positive and professional attitude toward parties outside the hospital (provider relations representatives, managed care contractors, visitors, vendors, etc.). Comply with the hospital’s policies and procedures, including Human Resources, Infection Control, and Employee Health policies and programs. Project a professional image by wearing appropriate, professional attire. Additional Job Description: Education/Training Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent. Enrolled in or attended a pharmacy technician certification class preferred. Minimum of two (2) years’ inpatient hospital pharmacy experience preferred. Experience with the electronic health record system in a support role. Computer proficiency and working knowledge of software programs, including Windows® packages. Proficient in using automated dispensing machines preferred. Valid Wisconsin driver’s license. Must be granted insurable status by the Rogers Memorial Hospital insurance policy. Pharmacy Technician - CertCert With a career at Rogers, you can look forward to a Total Rewards package of benefits, including: Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage for you and your family 401(k) retirement plan Employee share program Life/disability insurance Flex spending accounts Tuition reimbursement Health and wellness program Employee assistance program (EAP) Through UnitedHealthcare, UMR and HealthSCOPE Benefits creates and publishes the Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Rogers Behavioral Health. To link to the Machine-Readable Files, please visit Transparency in Coverage (uhc.com) ABOUT ROGERS BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Rogers Behavioral Health is a nationally recognized, not-for-profit provider of highly specialized psychiatric care. Rogers offers evidence-based treatment for children, teens, and adults with OCD and anxiety, addiction, depression and other mood disorders, eating disorders, trauma, and PTSD. Backed by more than a century of experience, Rogers is leading the way on measurement-based care and use of clinical outcomes. Rogers provides residential care and has three inpatient facilities located in southeastern Wisconsin. Rogers also offers outpatient services in a growing network of communities across the U.S. The System also includes Rogers Behavioral Health Foundation which supports patient care, programs, and research; and Rogers InHealth an initiative that works to eliminate the stigma of mental health challenges. For more information, visit rogersbh.org. EOE/MFDV Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action – Rogers Behavioral Health (rogersbh.org)