Retail Pharmacy Technician

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES (include but are not limited to the following)

·         Access, input, and retrieve information through the pharmacy dispensing system to maintain accurate records and efficiently fill prescriptions through third-party insurances.

·         Promotes customer satisfaction through response to customer perceptions of services provided in a professional and constructive manner. Ensures departmental culture is responsive to patients and families.

·         Properly manage inventory and analyze drug supplies, replacing outdated, deteriorated medication and depleted inventories.

·         Develop and demonstrate commitment to advanced pharmacy services provided by technicians.

·         Communicate effectively with various healthcare providers, patients, and insurance companies

·         Record dispensing information and maintains accurate notes in patients’ medication profiles.

·         Set up, operates and maintains repackaging equipment and supplies.  Package, label, and maintain proper records of repackaged medications.

·         Read physician’s orders and prepare medications for dispensing.

·         Retrieve, pour, count, label, and reconstitute prescription medications.

·         Obtain refill authorizations from prescribers.

·         Use information from patients’ records to replenish medications and exchange medications in patient care areas according to schedule.

·         Order medications and supplies from approved vendors.

·         Compile, process and compute prescription charges and credits for patients of the pharmacy

·         Perform inspections of medication storage areas according to pharmacy policy.

·         Recommend process improvements for increased efficiencies.

·         Display and promote company values.

·         Regular attendance.

·         Other duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

·         Proficiency in basic reading, writing, and arithmetic.

·         Ability to work with sustained attention and care on routine repetitive tasks.

·         Ability to follow instructions with accuracy, precision, and dependability.

·         Ability to distinguish routine from judgmental functions.

·         Provide excellent customer service.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

·         Ability to acquire skill in the use of pharmaceutical instruments and equipment.

·         Successful completion of a state approved pharmacy technician course or equivalent within 1 year of hire.