Pharmacy Technician

WinMed Health Services

POSITION DESCRIPTION

TITLE: Pharmacy Technician

DEPARTMENT: Pharmacy

CLASSIFICATION: Hourly

RESPONSIBLE TO: CMO

FUNCTION: To aid in the pharmacy under the direct and constant supervision of the pharmacist on duty.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

1. High school diploma
2. Minimum of a Registered Pharmacy Technician in Training with The State Board of Pharmacy in the state of Ohio and the ability to become a Registered Pharmacy Technician in the state of Ohio within the first 90 days of hire
3. Previous proven experience as a pharmacy technician
4. Experience with an online pharmacy system and online third party billing
5. Ability to work in a fast paced environment and multitask while prioritizing duties

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

1. Knowledge of medication and dosage measurements
2. Mathematical ability sufficient to perform basic calculations
3. Knowledge of pharmacy law and basic medical terminology
4. Outstanding organizational and clerical skills with extreme attention to detail
5. Excellent communication and customer service skills

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assist the pharmacist under their direct supervision in the practice of pharmacy in accordance with state and federal regulations
2. Helps patients and all health care providers by greeting them in person and answers questions and requests with referral to the pharmacist when necessary
3. Handles incoming telephone calls that do not require the personal attention of the pharmacist
4. Protect patients and employees by adhering to infection control policies and procedures by maintaining cleanliness of the pharmacy and equipment throughout the work day
5. Receive prescriptions from patients directly, fax, and escribe and enter information into the computer ensuring all information is complete and accurate
6. File prescriptions in the pharmacy in correct locations in accordance to the record keeping procedures set forth by The Ohio State Board of Pharmacy
7. Resolve issues with prescriptions when they arise including but not limited to claims sent to third party programs in a timely manner
8. Understand and maintain proper record keeping set forth by The Ohio State Board of Pharmacy and the 340B Drug Pricing Program
9. Organize and select proper medications for the pharmacist to dispense by reading prescriptions. Count and measure accurate quantities, prepare bottles and labels for pharmacist to check before dispensing to patients
10. Maintain pharmacy inventory by checking stock and placing orders to vendors when necessary
11. Receive and restock shelves when orders are received from vendors. Maintain proper storage and security conditions for medications stocked by the pharmacy
12. Operate cash register and any other point of sale devices necessary for patients to receive their medications
13. Undertake administrative tasks and maintain all pharmacy records as required by The Ohio State Board of Pharmacy
14. Comply with all security measures, HIPPA standards and quality standards as set forth by WinMed
15. Develop strong relationships with patients that are served by the Health Center and pharmacy
16. Contribute to team effort with positive attitude
17. Willingly performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

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