| To assist the pharmacist in the preparation, perform activities related to the repackaging and compounding, filling, and
delivery of medications, and other tasks associated with dispensing in a manner developmentally appropriate for the ages of
patients served (0-adult). Controlled Substances: Assists in the procurement, record keeping, storage, and distribution of all
controlled substances.
• Assists the pharmacist in ensuring the appropriateness of all medication doses by correctly entering patient’s diagnosis,
weight, allergies, and body surface area in the computer.
• Follows aseptic technique and infection control in the preparation of sterile products. Completes annual recertification
and scores at least 90% on the aseptic technique/infection control skills and written exam as documented by a qualified
observer. Insists other technicians and pharmacists practice aseptic technique and infection control.
• Ensures the medications prepared are correct as verified by the pharmacist and as documented by a lack of dispensing
errors.
• Demonstrates competence at batch/medication/prescription order entry.
• Works with Pharmacy Support Services personnel to maintain adequate stock of medications and supplies. Follows
procedures established for stock replacement. Follows nonformulary procedures.
• Obtains pharmacist initial/final checks and assigns dilution and expiration dating labels to medications according to
department standards. | 
