Certified Pharmacy Technician

Description Summary: All pharmacy technicians work under the direction of Clinical Pharmacists to provide pharmacy services with compassion, excellence and efficiency. Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Must be 18 years or older. Pharmacy Technicians perform ONLY non-judgmental technical duties under the direct supervision of a pharmacist. Operational Duties and Responsibilities Assist Pharmacists with Medication Histories. Train Tech I associates. Prepares drug orders per physician request according to established policies, procedures and protocols. Verifies computerized patient medication records accurately. Maintains, accurate, complete patient drug record. Compounds pharmaceuticals including non-sterile and sterile products, chemotherapy and parenteral nutrition products accurately. Issues controlled substances to patient care areas and maintains records as required by law and institutional policies. Provides services efficiently and in a timely fashion. Verifies the daily activities of the department are complete and recorded. Maintains competency required for current job title/position Maintains current technician license. Ensures applicable CE records and licensure are maintained in department files. Attends staff meetings. Maintain IV certification and competencies. Completes all competency/skills assessment requirements. Specialty area Serves as the technician in specialty areas such as the operating room, IV room, or pharmacy work areas outside the central pharmacy. Ambulatory care Provides ambulatory pharmaceutical care services as assigned such as but not limited to: anticoagulation clinics, intensive medical home, transition of care, Discharge Medication reconciliation, etc. Retail Performs outpatient distributive functions related to entering prescriptions orders, selecting the correct medications for new and refilled prescription orders, and coordinates delivery of medications for patient pick-up or delivery. Clinical Duties and Responsibilities Ensures safe, appropriate, cost-effective drug therapies for patients according to established policies, procedures, and protocols. Reads, extracts and interprets information in patient medical records accurately. Detects and reports suspected adverse drug reactions accurately and in a timely manner. Sustains the hospital drug formulary, minimizing non-formulary procurements, utilizing therapeutic substitution protocols and promoting rational drug therapy selection. Provides accurate, adequate and timely drug information to the hospital’s pharmacy associates. Coordinates pharmacist drug education to patients and their families per institutional protocol. Participates in the quality improvement and medication use review activities of the department. Collects data, conducts monitors and inspections and maintains logs, records and other documentation as assigned. Conducts designated interventions as defined in department Clinical Intervention activities (IV to PO, Renal Dosing, Pharmacokinetic dosing support, Anticoagulation) Baseline departmental standards for reporting interventions for clinical productivity as defined by departmental goals. Provides services efficiently and in a timely fashion Occupational Hazards Potential for exposure to hazardous and toxic substances (including chemotherapeutic, cytotoxic drugs and cleaning solutions), sticks or cuts by needles and other sharp items. Risk 0 exposure category. Potential for musculoskeletal injuries if proper lifting and carrying techniques are not used. Potential exposure to biologic material when participating in direct patient care activities (e.g. patient education, code attendance). Job Requirements: Education/Skills High School Diploma or equivalent preferred Experience 3-5 years of pharmacy technician experience preferred Meet all criteria of Pharmacy Technician I Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications Registered Pharmacy Technician in the state of practice required Certified Pharmacy Technician preferred ACPE accredited IV certification program, including hazardous (minimum 40 hours); or meet minimum State requirement. Not applicable to Ambulatory Care settings or Retail settings In accordance with the CHRISTUS Health License, Certification and Registration Verification Policy, all Associates are required to obtain the required certifications for their respective positions within the designated time frame. Work Schedule: MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE Work Type: Part Time

Hospital Pharmacy Technician

Description Summary: All pharmacy technicians work under the direction of Clinical Pharmacists to provide pharmacy services with compassion, excellence and efficiency. Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Must be 18 years or older. Pharmacy Technicians perform ONLY non-judgmental technical duties under the direct supervision of a pharmacist. Operational Duties and Responsibilities Assist Pharmacists with Medication Histories. Train Tech I associates. Prepares drug orders per physician request according to established policies, procedures and protocols. Verifies computerized patient medication records accurately. Maintains, accurate, complete patient drug record. Compounds pharmaceuticals including non-sterile and sterile products, chemotherapy and parenteral nutrition products accurately. Issues controlled substances to patient care areas and maintains records as required by law and institutional policies. Provides services efficiently and in a timely fashion. Verifies the daily activities of the department are complete and recorded. Maintains competency required for current job title/position Maintains current technician license. Ensures applicable CE records and licensure are maintained in department files. Attends staff meetings. Maintain IV certification and competencies. Completes all competency/skills assessment requirements. Specialty area Serves as the technician in specialty areas such as the operating room, IV room, or pharmacy work areas outside the central pharmacy. Ambulatory care Provides ambulatory pharmaceutical care services as assigned such as but not limited to: anticoagulation clinics, intensive medical home, transition of care, Discharge Medication reconciliation, etc. Retail Performs outpatient distributive functions related to entering prescriptions orders, selecting the correct medications for new and refilled prescription orders, and coordinates delivery of medications for patient pick-up or delivery. Clinical Duties and Responsibilities Ensures safe, appropriate, cost-effective drug therapies for patients according to established policies, procedures, and protocols. Reads, extracts and interprets information in patient medical records accurately. Detects and reports suspected adverse drug reactions accurately and in a timely manner. Sustains the hospital drug formulary, minimizing non-formulary procurements, utilizing therapeutic substitution protocols and promoting rational drug therapy selection. Provides accurate, adequate and timely drug information to the hospital’s pharmacy associates. Coordinates pharmacist drug education to patients and their families per institutional protocol. Participates in the quality improvement and medication use review activities of the department. Collects data, conducts monitors and inspections and maintains logs, records and other documentation as assigned. Conducts designated interventions as defined in department Clinical Intervention activities (IV to PO, Renal Dosing, Pharmacokinetic dosing support, Anticoagulation) Baseline departmental standards for reporting interventions for clinical productivity as defined by departmental goals. Provides services efficiently and in a timely fashion Occupational Hazards Potential for exposure to hazardous and toxic substances (including chemotherapeutic, cytotoxic drugs and cleaning solutions), sticks or cuts by needles and other sharp items. Risk 0 exposure category. Potential for musculoskeletal injuries if proper lifting and carrying techniques are not used. Potential exposure to biologic material when participating in direct patient care activities (e.g. patient education, code attendance). Job Requirements: Education/Skills High School Diploma or equivalent preferred Experience 3-5 years of pharmacy technician experience preferred Meet all criteria of Pharmacy Technician I Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications Registered Pharmacy Technician in the state of practice required Certified Pharmacy Technician preferred ACPE accredited IV certification program, including hazardous (minimum 40 hours); or meet minimum State requirement. Not applicable to Ambulatory Care settings or Retail settings In accordance with the CHRISTUS Health License, Certification and Registration Verification Policy, all Associates are required to obtain the required certifications for their respective positions within the designated time frame. Work Schedule: MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE Work Type: Part Time

Manager Practice III - Gladewater Primary Family MEd

Description Summary: This job is responsible for the operation of physician practices usually consisting of more than 4 providers, more than 10 FTEs or more than two sites. The job is responsible for, but not limited to, managing subordinate personnel, preparing clinic(s) budget, ensuring data accuracy, preparing financial analyses, handling complex customer service issues and maintaining provider/staff communications. Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Establishes/implements goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and systems for the assigned administrative areas. Assists with developing and implementing annual operational plan and budget. Selects, trains, orients and supervises clinic personnel in accordance with established policies and procedures. Responsible for work assignments and daily operations. Manages personnel for multiple practices, including training relief employees. Evaluate performances and recommend merit increases, promotions, and disciplinary actions in a timely manner. Interviews and recommends hiring and termination of staff in accordance with approved policies. Resolves problems in administrative areas and ensures compliance with regulations and standards. Helps fiscal management and other administrative staff in implementing cost effective policies and procedures for all operational areas including bookkeeping, billing, insurance, fee schedules, credit/collections, purchasing, data processing and space planning. Works in conjunction with the Regional Director and corporate Marketing Department in practice development. Ensures the effective implementation of job descriptions, personnel policies, and payroll practices. Monitors and controls clinic expenditures within budget. Identifies and implements cost reduction opportunities. Serves as liaison between clinic and external agencies. Works with staff and providers to ensure quality patient care and services are provided. Maintain effective communication with providers and staff; conducts monthly meetings with providers and staff. Create a positive work place. Gathers and reports monthly and annual data for fiscal, statistical, and planning purposes. Develops and implements revenue enhancement strategies for existing practice(s). Participates in professional development activities to keep current with healthcare trends and practices. May be responsible for assuring all appropriate licensure, certifications, and/or accreditations are secured according to policy. Follows the CHRISTUS Physician Group guidelines related to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), designed to prevent or detect unauthorized disclosure of Protected Health Information (PHI). Maintains strict confidentiality. Uses oral and written communication skills to effectively convey ideas in a clear, positive manner that is consistent with the CHRISTUS Mission. Maintains established CHRISTUS Physician Group policies, procedures, objectives, quality assurance, safety, environmental, and infection control. Implements job responsibilities in a manner that is consistent with the CHRISTUS Mission and Code of Ethics and supportive of CHRISTUS Physician Group’s cultural diversity objectives. Supports and adheres to CPG Service Guarantee. Collaborates effectively with physicians, administrators, patients, families, other departments, and the community to provide quality patient care and enhance patient outcomes. Ensures assessment of competency of all associates is completed as a part of the orientation program and on an ongoing basis. Identifies plans, develops, and/or arranges for programs to meet the educational/skills needs of the associates upon hiring and on an ongoing basis. On an annual basis, contributes to the development of operating and capital budgets to meet the needs of the clinics. Reviews financial and productivity management reports and takes appropriate actions. Evaluate clinic production and revise procedures or devise new forms to improve the efficiency of workflow. Supervises the clinical and non-clinical areas to ensure timely and efficient management. Coordinates with Providers as needed to ensure projects and assignments are coordinated as necessary by the Administrative staff. Demonstrates adherence to the Mission and CORE values of the CHRISTUS Health System. Performs other related work as required. Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent years of experience required Work Schedule: 8AM - 5PM Monday-Friday Work Type: Full Time