Pharmacist Iii

Performs Pharmacy related functions such as preparation and distribution of regular and chemotherapy drugs and intravenous admixtures. Assumes responsibility for replenishment of stock in the automated dispensing machines. Assists in training of Pharmacy Assistants and students.

**Essential Responsibilities and Duties**:
1. Assists Pharmacist in entering medication orders into the Pharmacy computer system.

2. Manufactures and fills stocks in the Pharmacy automated dispensing machines.

3. Assists in preparation of sterile products.

4. Assists in the preparation of chemotherapy drugs. Reconstitutes bulk additives and prepares batches of selected admixtures.

5. Checks the work of junior Pharmacy Assistant to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.

6. Assists Pharmacists in filling Pharmacy requisitions, canisters fillings and in maintaining records.

7. Pre-packages tablets and capsules using an automatic unit dose or tablet/capsule counting machine. Follow worksheet to prepare products. Label the pre-packaged product and completes appropriate records.

8. Distributes filled orders to nursing units or other departments as required.

9. Maintains proper inventory of drugs and supplies. Monitors expiration dates. Prepares expired medications for disposal through electronic system.

10. Performs monthly nursing unit inspection, maintains workload records, and collects quality assurance data.

11. Maintains a clean working environment including hoods and counter tops.

12. Assists in giving training to new Pharmacy Technician and students of Pharmacy Technician Training Program.

13. Participates in self and others education, training, and development as applicable.

14. Follows all related General Organization’s policies and procedures.

**Education**:
Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy from an accredited college of pharmacy is required.

**Experience Required**:
No experience required.

**Other Requirements(Certificates)**:
N/A