Pharmacy Technician 1

Position Summary

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About Orlando Health Melbourne Hospital

Orlando Health Melbourne Hospital is a comprehensive medical and surgical acute care facility serving the Brevard County Space Coast as a trusted healthcare provider since 2002. Conveniently located in Melbourne, the 119-bed hospital has all private rooms and is uniquely designed for your comfort and a positive patient experience. Our dedicated team of physicians, nurses, clinicians and medical professionals is committed to delivering the highest level of quality and compassionate care.

We provide a complete scope of care, with advanced technology and expertise in a number of specialties, including cardiovascular care, digestive health, emergency care, orthopedics and surgical services. Recognized for high standards, we have earned full hospital and laboratory accreditation from The Joint Commission, and we are the first hospital in Brevard County to receive spine surgery certification for our specialized spine program. The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® distinguishes healthcare organizations and programs that exemplify their commitment to using best practices to improve safety and quality for their patients, staff and community. As part of our commitment to quality care, we also are a participant in the American College of Cardiology CathPCI Registry® for improved diagnostic cardiac catheterizations and percutaneous coronary interventions for heart patients.

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WHY ORLANDO HEALTH?

Competitive Pay

Evening, nights, and weekend shift differentials offered for qualifying positions.

All Inclusive Benefits (Starting on Day One)

Student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, FREE college education programs, retirement savings, paid paternity leave, fertility benefits, back up elder and childcare, pet insurance, PTO/Holidays, and more for full time and part time employees.

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Position Summary

Assists with operational and all distribution responsibilities as they are related to Pharmacy Technician functions including Orlando Health software and hardware systems.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions
 Demonstrates an understanding of safety, emergency and risk management procedures.
 Demonstrates an understanding of the hospital mission, personnel policies, philosophy, goals, customer service, and objectives of
Pharmacy and Orlando Health.
 Demonstrates familiarity with the general duties and processes of the Pharmacy department.
 Demonstrates the ability to identify and utilize resource persons and departments for customer service and patient care, based
upon need, availability and responsibility of resources.
 Demonstrates the ability to operate the equipment required for pharmacy procedures, consistent with operating instructions,
safety regulations and policy and procedures.
 Performs the basic Pharmacy Technician procedures required by the assigned area consistent with scientific principles and Orlando
Health policy and procedures.
 Accurately assists the Pharmacist in all duties pertaining to medication distribution including basic drug procurement, proper
aseptic techniques for admixture of various types of medication (e.g. chemotherapy) and functionally performing tasks /
procedures associated with automated dispensing cabinets.
 Maintains USP 797 standards and other regulatory required documentation.
 Maintains safe handling and proper disposal requirements.
 Depending on the needs of the department, may become cross trained to perform basic functions of specialty pharmacy
technician(s).
 Responsible for special project completion as assigned.
 Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state
and local standards.
 Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
Other Related Functions
 Attends in-services/meetings as required.
 Assumes responsibility for professional development and continuing education.
 Completes all Orlando Health mandatory education.

Qualifications

Education/Training
 High school diploma or equivalent.
Licensure/Certification
 Maintains current Pharmacy Technician registration with the Florida State Board of Pharmacy
Experience
No experience up to one (1) year of experience as a pharmacy technician.