Outpatient Pharmacy Technician 2 - South Lake Union

Job Description

$4,000 Sign-On Bonus for eligible new part-time and full-time employees joining UW Medicine

The UW Medical Center-Montlake Pharmacy Department has an outstanding opportunity for an Outpatient Pharmacy Technician 2 - South Lake Union.

WORK SCHEDULE

• Full-Time / 40 hours per week

• Day Shift

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

• Perform specialized, technical pharmacy tasks within the UWMC clinics and outpatient pharmacy areas

• Under general supervision and control of a licensed pharmacist, independently perform specialized technical pharmaceutical functions such as serving as a liaison to clinic personnel and maintaining a controlled substances area

• Act as a resource for a specific medication distribution system and/or serve as a liaison for an assigned unit

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Compound and prepare medications from a physician order which may include compounded sterile products, investigational drugs, hazardous medications and extemporaneously prepared doses.

• Troubleshoot technical questions related to specialized area. Serve as a resource to nursing, pharmacy and medical staff for policies and procedures. Facilitate maintaining positive rapport between pharmacy and clinic staff.

• Perform specific order entry functions including mail order prescriptions as assigned.

• Maintain assigned PYXIS stations, coordinating the refills and monitoring for discrepancies and ensuring medications are in-date. Assist in educating nursing staff regarding PYXIS utilization.

• Prepare and monitor medications for Roosevelt Day Surgery area. Activities include, set-up of anesthesia and case trays, controlled substance monitoring and preparation of pre-op orders.

• Maintain required controlled substances documentation and research any identified discrepancies.

• Maintain adequate inventory in assigned pharmacy area. Place medication and supply orders with wholesaler. Prepare controlled substance orders for pharmacy purchasing. Coordinate the movement of stock items when drugs are in short supply. Perform receiving functions if required. Keep work area neat, clean and orderly.

• Coordinate prescription processing for specific dated orders via daily review of order files.

• Perform the duties of a Pharmacy Technician I.

REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Six (6) months of experience as a Pharmacy Technician 1 or equivalent education/experience

LEGAL REQUIREMENT

State of Washington Pharmacy Technician certification

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT

UW Medicine is committed to being a drug-free workplace. We require a pre-employment drug screen.

ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER-MONTLAKE

UW Medical Center is an acute care academic medical center located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in seven specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances.

The UW Medical Center-Montlake campus is located on the edge of the beautiful UW campus which includes many amenities available to our staff as well as very convenient public transit options including the Sound Transit’s light rail station across the street.

Excellence. Exploration. Education.

ABOUT UW MEDICINE – WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER

UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.

All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.

Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$64,968.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum:

$95,796.00 annual

Other Compensation:

$4,000 Sign-On Bonus

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position, visit

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

SEIU Local 925 Healthcare Prof/Lab Tech

About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer ( . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at or .

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law ( .

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.