MEDSTAR HEALTH
Washington, DC
About this Job: General Summary of Position The Inpatient Pharmacy at MedStar Washington Hospital Center is hiring for a Pharmacy Technician I. Under the direct supervision of a pharmacist, the Pharmacy Technician prepares and fills routine orders for prescribed medications; restocks automated dispensing machines; repackage medications; and compounds non-sterile medications. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Preparation: Safely and accurately prepare all medications in the readiest to administer form using proper techniques, calculations and appropriate precautions. Labels and packages medications according to hospital policy, applicable laws and regulations, and standards of practice to ensure safe accurate administration. Selection and Procurement: Ensures that medications are selected and procured based on departmental criteria. Demonstrates a working knowledge of the formulary list and the formulary process. Stores controlled substances in such a manner to...
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Pharmacy
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