Certified Pharmacy Technician (Meds-To-Beds) - Full Time - JPS Health

VytlOne•Fort Worth, TX

15d•Onsite

About The Position

VytlOne is seeking a nationally certified pharmacy technician for its Meds-To-Beds program in the Main Outpatient Pharmacy at JPS Health Network in downtown Fort Worth, Texas. The technician supports pharmacists in providing safe and effective pharmacy services, including accurate data entry, prescription tracking, medication preparation and delivery, cashier duties, insurance billing support, patient assistance, and inventory control. Medications are prepared and delivered to patients or nursing units under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist. The role requires a positive, personable, and caring approach, professional communication with providers and patients, and strong customer service and presentation skills. The technician participates in pharmacy training and orientation, staff meetings, educational programs, and other departmental activities. The work includes rotating shifts between 8 a.m. and 9 p.m., including rotating weekends.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Clear and active Texas Pharmacy Technician License.
Clear and active national CPhT certification through PTCB or NHA.
At least one year of equivalent experience requiring familiarity with generic and trade names of pharmaceutical products.
General knowledge of pharmacy principles, practices, and procedures; pharmaceutical generic and trade names; general mathematics; and personal computers.
Knowledge of third-party insurance, coverage, and its relationship to pharmacy operations and other JPS facilities.
Ability to operate various types of pharmacy equipment.
Ability to stand or walk for extended periods and to lift, store, and carry supplies and equipment.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing and interact with a wide variety of individuals to support optimal patient care.
Ability to sort, check, count, and verify numbers.
Ability to follow established safety, infection control, environmental, and isolation practices and procedures.
Interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients and staff.
Working knowledge of computer software, including applications, data entry, EMR documentation, and email.
Customer service experience.
Comfort with public speaking.
Flexibility to address pharmacy needs, including unexpected or sudden needs.
Ability to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.

Responsibilities

Assist pharmacists in providing effective, appropriate, and safe pharmacy services.
Enter patient data accurately and maintain complete patient records.
Track prescription orders using the pharmacy tracking program to ensure correct delivery information.
Answer telephones promptly and courteously.
Perform cashier functions and collect pharmacy copays according to financial classification and third-party eligibility.
Prepare and deliver medications to patients or nursing units in a timely manner under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist as part of the Meds-To-Beds service.
Provide friendly and cooperative customer service.
Pull and accurately count medications from shelves according to the dispensing label for the pharmacist’s final check.
Identify and resolve insurance billing adjudication issues, including facilitating prior authorizations and helping locate financial assistance for patients.
Assist dispense technicians with refill requests identified during dispensing.
Participate in pharmacy orientation and technician training programs, staff meetings, in-service education, and other required committees and functions.
Help maintain pharmacy cleanliness and orderliness.
Assist with inventory control, including inventorying and stocking.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.