Medication Technician

ChenMed•Mount Airy, NC

4d•$16 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

The Medication Technician helps keep the medication room efficient, organized, and operational. The role includes inventory management, answering phones, checking patient insurance copays, restocking and ordering supplies, assisting with delivery of prepackaged medications, maintaining filing systems, and performing administrative tasks. Under the direct supervision of the dispensing provider, the Medication Technician prepares, labels, and delivers medications to the appropriate patient in accordance with prescriptions and applicable regulations. The technician works with the provider to ensure medications are delivered properly and promptly. This healthcare role involves direct interaction with patients and their families, doctors, and other medical personnel in a professional environment focused on quality care. Nationwide travel may be required for training and support.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least one year of experience in a pharmacy setting.
Some knowledge of the MS Office Suite.
Ability to multitask and operate phones, personal computers, software, and other IT systems.
Ability to communicate and work professionally with doctors, patients, and other team members.
Attention to detail and accuracy in reports and data.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong interpersonal and mathematical skills.
Ability to travel nationwide for training and support as needed.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of ChenMed and/or JenCare Neighborhood Medical Centers products, services, standards, policies, and procedures.

Responsibilities

Assist in preparing and delivering medications under the direct supervision of the dispensing provider, in accordance with prescriptions and Federal and State Regulations.
Prepare medications for the provider dispensing them in accordance with prescriptions.
Process refills daily.
Order pharmaceuticals and receive and stock drugs.
Complete pharmacy reports, including inventory and expired-medication reports, as detailed in the Medication Technician Handbook.
Work with the corporate team to keep the center updated on processes and procedures.
Collect patient information for prescriptions and billing.
Keep filing systems updated for multiple procedures and processes.
Assist with pharmacy claims adjudication, including contacting insurers to assess and correct pharmacy claim rejections when appropriate.
Perform other duties as assigned and modified at the manager’s discretion.