Certified Pharmacy Technician, Outpatient Pharmacy-Holden, 40hr, Day

UMass Memorial Health • Coventry, RI

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About The Position

Under the direct supervision of a pharmacy supervisor and pharmacist, this position is responsible for performing daily operations within the pharmacy. The role includes medication-related tasks such as packaging, preparation of all forms of medications, record keeping, and all aspects of drug distribution. The position requires working shifts between 8am-6pm, with a weekend and holiday rotation.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current license with the Massachusetts Board of Pharmacy.
• Certified by one of the national governing bodies such as PTCB, or the National Healthcareer Association ExCPT.
• Proficiency in math and knowledge and ability to use a computer.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions with accuracy, efficiency, and dependability.
• Positive work ethic, motivated and professional demeanor to promote teamwork in the department.

Nice To Haves

• Recent pharmacy work experience within the past 6 months.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the day to day operations within the Outpatient Pharmacy.
• Assists in UMMMC Meds to Beds prescription intake and delivery and documents appropriately on patient medical record and pharmacy tracking report.
• Responds accurately and timely to provider inquiries about discharge prescriptions and documents accordingly on patient medical record.
• Processes prescriptions through pharmacy computer system.
• Maintains inventory by conducting daily cycle counts, receiving the order, and removing outdated items from active stock.
• Interacts with providers and provider staff to receive and clarify orders.
• Interacts with patients to update them on out of stock, insurance, or other emergent issues.
• Maintains required prescription records as necessary in accordance with regulatory and hospital requirements.
• Enters new prescriptions and refills into the computer system.
• Resolves common adjudication issues and troubleshoots with insurance when necessary.
• Answers doctor and patient telephone calls.
• Appropriately fills and maintains prescription dispensing robot.
• Dispenses prescriptions through point of sale after verifying two patient identifiers.
• Maintains a clean work area and assists in quality indicator monitoring.
• Assists with yearly inventory in assigned areas.
• Participates in identifying problems or areas for improvement and assists supervisor with problem solving projects and improving operations; participates in Continuous Quality Improvement activities and/or teams.

Benefits

• Signing bonus may be available.
• Opportunities for career development within a large health system.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees