Certified Pharmacy Technician, Outpatient Prescription Center, 40hr, Mixed Shift
About The Position
Under the direct supervision of a pharmacy supervisor and pharmacist, this role is responsible for performing daily operations within the pharmacy. This includes medication-related tasks such as packaging, preparation of all forms of medications, record keeping, and all aspects of drug distribution. UMass Memorial Health is a premier health system in Central Massachusetts, comprising over 20,000 employees dedicated to patient care, academic excellence, and leading-edge research. We are committed to fostering a diverse and respectful environment where everyone is considered a caregiver.
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.
- Position requires proficiency in math and, knowledge and ability to use a computer.
- Must be able 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
- Preferred to have recent pharmacy work experience within the past 6 months.
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- Maintains inventory by conducting daily cycle counts, receiving the order, and removing outdated items from active stock.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
- This position may have a signing bonus available a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
