General Summary of PositionUnder the direct supervision of a pharmacist, the Pharmacy Technician provides prescribed medications and other pharmaceuticals; compounds medications; and prepares intravenous solutions. Fills routine orders for unit doses and prepackaged pharmaceuticals. Primary Duties and ResponsibilitiesContributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies, procedures, quality standards, and safety standards. Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations.PATIENT INFORMATION Assists pharmacists in obtaining patient specific information as appropriate for safe medication management. Under direct supervision, participates in the exchange of information with appropriate healthcare professionals and staff.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. Adheres to policies and procedures regarding the procurement of non-formulary medications. Adheres to policies and procedures that address medication shortages, outages, emergency and disaster situations.STORAGE Ensures that medications are properly and safely stored throughout the hospital. Stocks or stores only approved routine and emergency medications and adheres to appropriate par levels. Stores medications under conditions necessary to ensure stability. Secures medications in accordance with the hospital's policy and law and regulation. Stores controlled substances in such a manner to prevent diversion in accordance with state and federal laws and regulations. Appropriately labels all medications and chemicals used to prepare medications with contents, expiration dates and appropriated warnings. Abides by recommendations from regulatory and advisory groups regarding safe medication principles, including look alike, sound alike and high alert drugs. Routinely inspects all medication storage areas according to hospital's policy.PREPARATION Safely and accurately prepares sterile products using appropriate techniques. Employs appropriate precautions when preparing hazardous medications and Chemotherapy medications. Orders and stocks supplies necessary for the preparation of compounded sterile products (CSPs). Coordinates information between the nursing units and pharmacy necessary for the timely preparation and delivery of CSPs. Makes morning rounds when necessary. Performs daily cleaning and preparation of the IV Lab. Prints labels for CSPs using the pharmacy information system. Employs techniques to assure accurate medication preparation. Prepares medications in the most ready to administer form. Prepares emergency carts and boxes for closure by pharmacist. Fills stock exchange carts for OR, PACU, and IN & Out surgery. Labels medications according to hospital policy, applicable laws and regulations, and standards of practice to ensure safe, accurate administration. Labels medications for dispensing with the drug name, strength, amount expiration date, patient name, patient location, and directions for use. Assists in dispensing medications in a safe manner. Under supervision of pharmacist, prepares quantities that are minimally sufficient to treat patient's needs safely.DELIVERY OF MEDICATION Transports medication to patient units within established departmental standards for turnaround times. Assures accurate and timely delivery. Adheres to all laws, regulations, and hospital policies regarding the management of recalled, discontinued, unused, expired, or returned medications. Selects and fills medication to be dispensed by the automated distribution system. Removes discontinued medications from the units and ADMs. Inspects returned medications for integrity before returning to stock. Segregates outdated or recalled medications from pharmacy stock. Accounts for all unused, expired, or returned controlled medications according to the law. Checks pharmacy stock for expired medications.MONITORING Removes discontinued medications from the units and ADMs. Inspects returned medications for integrity before returning to stock. Segregates outdated or recalled medications from pharmacy stock. Accounts for all unused, expired, or returned controlled medications according to the law. Checks pharmacy stock for expired medications. Responds appropriately to medication occurrences. Understands and takes appropriate action when a medication occurrence is identified. Complies with internal reporting requirements for medication occurrences using the Medication Occurrence Reporting System.Participates in the evaluation of the hospital's medication management system for risk points and identifies areas to improve safety.Participates in multi-disciplinary quality and service improvement teams.Performs other related duties as assigned. Minimum QualificationsEducationHigh School Diploma or GED required Associate's degree preferred Experience1-2 years minimum hospital pharmacy experience preferred Licenses and CertificationsPHRMTECH-R - Registered Pharmacy Technician Maryland State Registered Pharmacy Technician required PTCB - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board Certification through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB); or obtained within six (6) months of hire within 180 Days required Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesAbility to comprehend and follow the MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center Employee Handbook.Ability to comprehend and follow the policies and procedures for MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center.Ability to read, write and speak or communicate in English to successfully accomplish the essential duties of the position.Ability to demonstrate ethical behavior that supports the hospital's mission, values and commitment to compliance with all federal, state and regulatory laws.Inspires trust and exhibits honesty and integrity within the scope of daily activities.Exhibits professionalism, courtesy and excellent customer service, while interacting with patients, guests and coworkers.Ability to work effectively with people from a variety of culturally diverse backgrounds.Ability to maintain patient confidentiality, HIPAA Laws.Knowledge of brand and generic names of the most frequently prescribed medications.Ability to perform pharmaceutical calculations. Must understand the metric system of weights and measures.Knowledge of aseptic technique in the compounding of sterile products in laminar flow hoods.Knowledge of the general principles of USP 797 standards and their application in the maintenance of a sterile working environment.Knowledge of the various manipulations required for the compounding of sterile products. Must have familiarity with the materials used in the process such as needles, syringes, tubing, transfer devices, and containers.Knowledge of automation dispensing machines.Demonstrates ethical behavior that supports the Hospital's mission and values and commitment to compliance with all federal, state and regulatory laws; inspires trust and exhibits honesty and integrity within the scope of daily activities.Adheres to departmental and hospital policies to assure compliance.Ability to work days or evenings and alternate weekends as required.Ability to understand the importance of providing for the daily needs of the patient and hospital in relation to the pharmacy department.Knowledge, skill and ability to utilize the following equipment: computers, Laminar flow hood, Automated dispensing machines.Ability to fulfill scheduling requirements to meet the needs of the patient. This position has a hiring range of $19.17 - $33.08

General Summary of PositionPerforms technical duties related to drug distribution and dispensing as a member of the pharmaceutical team to improve the outcome and quality of patient care, under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist. These functions are performed in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations and Georgetown University Hospital's philosophy, policies, procedures and standards. Primary Duties and ResponsibilitiesPrepares all medications for dispensing. Includes drug selection, labeling, and packaging.Compounds extemporaneous products in accordance with the established proceduresPre-packs oral medications in accordance with established standards and procedures.Performs all Pyxis functions including but not limited to pending, loading, refilling and unloading medicationsDelivers filled orders to assigned nursing units and departments as scheduled and as needed.Assists in checking or investigating missing dose requests and prints required labels from the standardized Pharmacy computer program.Prepares parenteral admixture solutions.Monitors stock inventory levels, expiration dates, and replenishes supplies of all stock drugs, communicating status/availability of drugs e.g. out of stock drugs.Processes drug charges/credits an restocks return medications.Utilizes computerized controlled drug system in the dispensing and returning of Schedule Drugs.Performs quality improvement activities such as code carts, and checking outdated medications.Demonstrates on a consistent basis, C2C behaviors which comprise and maintains open and appropriate communications and an atmosphere of caring, concern, respect and support for patients, visitors, medical staff and coworkers.Demonstrates excellence in internal and external customer service ability in the areas of communication and service (i.e. answering the telephone after 3 rings and responding to issues in a timely manner).Assumes other duties and responsibilities that are appropriate to the position and area. The above responsibilities are a general description of the level and nature of the work assigned to this classification and is not to be considered as all inclusive. Minimum QualificationsEducationHigh School Diploma or GED required orTwo years of College completed preferred Experience1-2 years Minimum of 2 years of hospital pharmacy experience (with IV admixture) preferred Licenses and CertificationsLPT - Licensed Pharmacy Tech Pharmacy Technician Certification Upon Hire preferred Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesMust have good written and verbal communication skills.Must have ability to utilize computer equipment, prepackaging machines, needles/syringes, and medication carts.Needs basic mathematical skills and a working knowledge of the metric system. This position has a hiring range of $19.17 - $33.08

General Summary of PositionPerforms technical duties related to drug distribution and dispensing as a member of the pharmaceutical team to improve the outcome and quality of patient care, under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist. These functions are performed in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations and Georgetown University Hospital's philosophy, policies, procedures, and standards. Primary Duties and ResponsibilitiesPrepares all medications, including narcotics, for dispensing, which includes drug selection, labeling, and packaging.Enters medication orders in the computer system, evaluating/editing patient data, checking for drug allergies and duplications, calculating dosage conversions, and determining the number of doses/dosage forms needed.Picks up medication orders from the patient care area at scheduled times.Delivers filled orders to assigned nursing units and departments as scheduled.Assists in checking or investigating missing dose requests.Prepares parenteral admixture solutions.Interprets medication orders for appropriate strength, route, frequency, and duration.Monitors stock inventory levels, and expiration dates, and replenishes supplies of all stock drugs, communicating status/availability of drugs ie. out of stock drugs.Processes drug charges/credits.Performs quality improvement activities such as code carts, Pyxis, and checking outdated medications.Responds to phone calls regarding medication orders.Exemplifies Guest and Staff Relations standards in all activities.Assumes other duties and responsibilities that are appropriate to the position and area. The above responsibilities are a general description of the level and nature of the work assigned to this classification and are not to be considered as all-inclusive. Minimum QualificationsEducationHigh School Diploma or GED required Some college preferred Experience3-4 years 2-4 years of hospital pharmacy experience (with IV admixture) preferred Licenses and CertificationsLPT - Licensed Pharmacy Tech Registry with the D.C. Board of Pharmacy required Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesMust have good written and verbal communication skills.Must have the ability to utilize computer equipment, prepackaging machines, needles/syringes, and medication carts.Needs basic mathematical skills and a working knowledge of the metric system. This position has a hiring range of $19.17 - $33.08

General Summary of PositionWe have an opportunity available for a Pharmacy Technician I to join our inpatient pharmacy team at MedStar Washington Hospital Center. This is a PRN Weekends position - shifts include 7am-3:30pm, 3:00pm-11:30pm, 11:00pm-7:30am, 10:30a-m-7:00pm, and 8:00am-4:30pm.Assists the Pharmacist in preparing and distributing medications to patients. Performs designated technical functions to facilitate pharmacy operations. Primary Duties and ResponsibilitiesConsistently fulfills all the responsibilities of the Pharmacy Material Handler.Under the supervision of the licensed Pharmacist, prepares oral and topical medications for dispensing to patients, including the selection, labeling, and packaging of appropriate pharmaceuticals, and filling of medication carts.Assists patients, nurses, physicians, and others with medication order requests and pharmacy related needs.Monitors stock inventory levels and medication expiration dates for pharmacy areas and replenishes medications as needed. Conducts monthly/periodic inspections of patient care/department areas.Pulls, fills, and replaces medications in the automated medication dispensing machines and transports to appropriate nursing unit(s). Services the Pyxis machines as neededPerforms hourly or more frequent deliveries and retrieves medications, including narcotics, and pharmacy supplies to/from patient care and satellite pharmacy areas based on patient care needs.Repackages individual unit-of-use packaging, when not otherwise available.Loads and unloads the TUG and restocks medications in the store room as needed. Empties the TUG and resends as needed. Logs all TUG related issues.Completes and maintains relevant controlled substance inventory logs/records.Exchanges medication carts and the IV batch, and recycles all in-date medications. Disposes of all expired medications based on departmental policy.Maintains clean and orderly workstations. Minimum QualificationsEducationHigh School Diploma or GED required Experience 6 months of retail or hospital experience or a diploma from an approved pharmacy technician training program required Licenses and CertificationsDC DOH - Pharmacy Technician Registration required PTCB - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board or equivalent national certification within 180 Days required Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesRequires ability to read and write, knowledge of grammar, medical terminology, and proficiency in basic mathematics, including fractions and decimals, and keyboard skills.May require the use of standard office/medical equipment (i.e., typewriter, personal computer, data terminal, on-line printer, calculator, telephone, facsimile, copier, and sterilizing equipment); the preparation, comparison, or checking of reports, records, and related data; and the basic use of formulas, charts, tables, drawings and knowledge of their application. This position has a hiring range of $20.039 - $30.385

General Summary of PositionThis position has a $10,000 Dollar Sign on Bonus. This is a 4 10's evening shift full-time Monday-Thursday 12:30pm-11pm. The on call is every other Monday-Friday weekly rotation.MedStar Health is looking foranMRI Technologisttojoin our team!The ideal candidate will bean experienced, registered Radiology Technologist.TheMRI Technologist will makea difference byoperatingmagnetic resonance scannersto obtain images for use by physicians in diagnoses and treatment of pathologies.Join one of the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington metroregion,also recognized as one of the "Healthiest Maryland Businesses". Apply today and learn how MedStar Health can be your nextgreat careermove!Primary Duties:Archives raw data to obtain the best possible image. Developsfilms in automatic processor and ensures films are of acceptable diagnostic quality and completeness.Transfers images from disc or magnetic media to produce transparency.Ensures patients are free of objects that may interfere with the procedure.Transfers, positions, and instructs patientsregardingthe procedure to obtain and effect the desired radiographic diagnostic results as specified by the physician.Instructs anddemonstratesMRI equipment operation, filming, and other technical aspects for professional staff and students.Notifiesappropriate personnelof equipment malfunctions and repairs needed.Schedules MRI examinations when needed to ensure smooth flow and optimal utilizationof equipment.Operates control console for each patient's scan, including selection of proper imaging techniques;operatesvarious peripheral hardware.Enters patient data at start of examination and monitors data acquisition during procedure.Qualifications:1-2 yearsrelatedspecialtyexperience (i.e.,CT scan)ARRT Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic TechnologistsLicensed by State of Maryland or (MR) ARDMS or ARRT - Magnetic Resonance ARRT (MR)Basic Life Support (BLS) This position has a hiring range of $34.98 - $56.85

General Summary of PositionMedstar Health is looking foraComputed Tomography (CT) Technologistto joinourteam!We are looking foranAmericanRegistry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board(NMTCB) certified individual withknowledge of cross-sectional anatomy.TheCT Technologistwillproducecomputerized tomographic scanner radiographs of designated anatomical areas, such asabdominal, retroperitoneal, obstetric, and gynecology.Join one of the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington metroregion,alsorecognized as one of the "Healthiest Maryland Businesses". Apply today and learn how MedStar Health can be your nextgreat careermove!Primary Duties:Performs CAT Scan Radiology studies. Obtains patient history, explains routine procedures, and addresses patient concerns.Performs CT techniques and examinations, abdominal scans, retroperitoneal scans,obstetricsand gynecology scans, radiation therapy localization for treatment planning, and minor surgical procedures.Performs IV Access and contrast injections per departmental policy.Requests and will ordersupplyas necessary toalways keep materials on hand.Reviews and evaluates completed tests for quality, completeness, and type of test ordered. Ensures quality images.Selects andoperatesequipment as directed.Transports patients to CAT Scan room; prepares andmaintainsroom for daily activities. Where applicable, refer to the competency validation documents for population(s) served.Qualifications:Training in computer-assisted tomography.CTexperience orcompletion of a certified CT program.ARRTor NMTCBlicense with required paperwork to perform diagnostic CTs on file with the state.Basic Life Support(BLS).Associate’sdegreepreferred. This position has a hiring range of $34.98 - $56.85

General Summary of PositionWe are offering a limited time $10,000 Dollar Sign on Bonus for this Position. The schedule will be Monday-Friday 3p-11pMedstar Health is looking foraCTTechnologistto joinourteam!We are looking foraregistered CT Technologist with excellent communication skills.The CTTechnologistwill make a difference on our team by performing diagnostic medical radiographic. Join one of the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington metroregion,alsorecognized as one of the "Healthiest Maryland Businesses". Apply today and learn how MedStar Health can be your nextgreat careermove!Primary Duties:Acquiresordered images including evaluating these images for technical quality. Sends images toappropriate destinationsfor interpretation.Maintains orderliness and cleanliness of work areas. Reports any unsafe or potentially unsafe conditions. Maintains CT and other equipment in efficient operating order.Performs preventative maintenance regularly.Obtains patient history, answers patient questions, and explains procedures.Transports patients to radiographic room and prepares andmaintainsroom.Performs radiographic examinations.Prepareswrittendocumentation suchas evaluation results, individualized treatment plans, and progress reports.Requests and orderssupplies.Qualifications:High School Diploma or GED.Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) in the State of Maryland and CT certificationBasic Life Support (BLS).Associatedegreepreferred. This position has a hiring range of $38.48 - $62.52

General Summary of PositionMedStar Pharmacy is committed to providing world-class, compassionate care to every patient, every time, at every touch point. All associates are accountable for their role in meeting patient experience standards. The Bedside Delivery Pharmacy Technician is responsible for all pharmacy tasks relating to bedside delivery program, including: facilitating patient participation; acting as pharmacy liaison between patients and physicians, social workers, nurses, and inpatient/outpatient pharmacy staff; preparing prescriptions; and coordinating payment and deliveries. Primary Duties and ResponsibilitiesContributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies, procedures, quality standards, and safety standards. Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations.Acts as support staff in the pharmacy when needed or when assigned or requested by management.Communicates with patient regarding prescription cost/co-pays and their ability to pay. Collects payment for prescriptions; processes cash, check, credit card transactions; secures appropriate signatures; and, ensures compliance with HIPAA requirements.Delivers prescriptions to patient's room and shows medications to patient; offers and facilitates counseling by a pharmacist if requested; hands prescriptions to patient's nurse in secure bag for storage on the floor until patient is discharged.Identifies discharge patients via the EMR, educate patients about benefits of the bedside delivery program, and encourages and facilitates participation. Works to eliminate any potential barriers to patient participation in bedside delivery program. Coordinates with the bedside liaison/runner and pharmacy staff to organize bedside delivery prescriptions in designated areas of the pharmacy in order of priority. Change priorities of bedside prescriptions in pharmacy system. Performs data entry of new prescriptions in pharmacy system, including demographics, insurance plans, and prescription information according to policy. Brings to the attention of a pharmacist any claims requiring overrides. Troubleshoots insurance claim rejects and follows up on problem prescriptions.Collaborates with social worker, nursing, physicians, and other pharmacy staff to troubleshoot any issues requiring intervention including prior authorizations, clarifications, re-writes, referrals, and alterative medications.Works with all members of a patient's healthcare team to secure prescriptions in advance of discharge, ensuring that prescriptions are either brought or sent to the pharmacy for filling. Attends daily/weekly/monthly meetings with interdisciplinary teams to grow the program through promotional events, education, and relationship building.Participates in meetings, committees, and represents the department and hospital in community outreach efforts. Participates in multi-disciplinary quality and service improvement teams.Performs other duties as assigned. Documents the delivery of the bedside medications in the EMR at the time of delivery to include time, date, nurse name/ family member, and notes about the medications. Identifies and pursues new areas of business opportunity within the facilities for bedside. Facilitates and maintains collaborative internal partnerships to ensure maximum prescription volumes and capture rates. Works directly with social workers and case management to determine financial needs for discharge patients' prescriptions. Participates in daily rounding with the multidisciplinary team to exchange information about discharge to include discharge location, potential discharge date and time, discharge pick-up plans, and discharge medications. Identifies pharmacy benefits in the EMR. Contacts outside pharmacies to gather information and to resolve pharmacy benefits coverage and prescription eligibility and claim problems. Minimum QualificationsEducationHigh School Diploma or GED required Associate's degree in related field preferred Experience5-7 years Retail or ambulatory care pharmacy experience. required Customer service experience and sales experience preferred Licenses and CertificationsPTCB - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board required upon hire or the ExCPT (Exam for the Certification of Pharmacy Technicians) required upon hire Pharmacy technician licensure or registration as required by the state where the pharmacy is located required upon hire Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesExcellent verbal and written communication skills.Excellent computer and mathematical skills, customer service skills, and problem-solving skills. This position has a hiring range of $22.04 - $38.41