The Pharmacy Technician performs routine tasks at the direction of a pharmacist including processing/verifying prescription information, filling prescriptions, filing forms, and overseeing inventory.
Greets patients and determines their needs.
Reviews prescriptions for accuracy and completeness. Processes prescription information in the computer per insurance and CCHS guidelines.
Prepares prescriptions at the direction of the pharmacist by counting, pouring, weighing, and or measuring medications. Selects appropriate container and affixes correct labels.
Accepts and gives prescription information according to State law and CCHS policies.
Uses point-of-sale equipment to record sale of prescriptions and collects proper payments according to Pharmacy guidelines. Asks patients if they want to be counseled on their medications and refers them to pharmacist, if needed.
Establishes and maintains patient profiles and records on computer using Pharmacy software.
Stocks medications and takes inventories at the direction of a pharmacist. Orders medications as needed.
Performs other duties, as needed.
Education: High school plus specialized training (completion of accredited Pharmacy Technician program).
Experience: At least one year experience as a Pharmacy Technician.
Licenses or Certifications: Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) required. Incumbents must be registered with the Tennessee Board of Pharmacy.