On Call Pharmacy Technician (32688)

NEW NARRATIVE•Portland, OR

5d•$23 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

Oversee and maintain the automated medication packaging, distribution and delivery systems. Formulate adequate stocking levels of medications and inventory control for the automation system. Support department operations in compliance to regulatory agency requirements, functions, and record keeping as pertaining to pharmacy automation. Help provide training to agency staff on proper use of electronic Medication Administration Record (eMAR) and maintain the system. Work as a valuable team member in the daily operations of the pharmacy.

Requirements

Nationally Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) - Required
High School Graduate – Required
Valid Driver’s license
Two years of experience as a Pharmacy Technician is required.
A comprehensive understanding of the billing process is required.

Nice To Haves

Business/College Courses – Preferred
Medical Terminology Courses – Preferred
Prior experience in medication automation, quality assurance, purchasing, inventory and record keeping is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist the pharmacist in the practice of pharmacy, in accordance with local, state, federal, and company regulations.
Enter prescription orders into the pharmacy management software and follow-up in the agency software to ensure medications filled appear on the eMAR.
Communicate with insurance carriers to obtain payment for prescription claims.
Troubleshoot third party prescription claims questions with an understanding of on-line rejections and plan parameters.
Follow daily packaging and cleaning assignments.
Complete extemporaneous packaging assignments as needed.
Make formulary changes and other adjustments in the eMAR at the direction of the Pharmacy Care Coordinator and/or pharmacist.
Receive wholesaler order when needed.
Create and update patients’ health and insurance information in the computer
Communicate with prescribers, clinical staff and/or residential staff to obtain refill authorization
Establish adequate stock levels of medications in the automated dispensing system maintaining inventory control by optimizing canisters. Assists in maintenance of drug inventory in the automated purchasing system.
Maintain on-going quality assurance of the automated medication system via available reports.
Maintain skill and knowledge required by completing require CE and staff trainings
Prepare the pharmacy inventory.
Screen telephone calls for the pharmacist
Assist in training new pharmacy employees on functions within the pharmacy
Assist pharmacist in scheduling and maintaining workflow
Perform any other duty that may be assigned by supervisor or pharmacist
Maintain knowledge of loss prevention techniques
Thorough understanding of basic pharmacy practices and procedures
Understanding of medical terminology and calculations
Knowledge of medication brand and generic names
Knowledge of insurance and third-party payment systems
Strong technical skills with computers and other electronics
Ability to function under stressful situations with multiple priorities
Resourceful, decisive and good professional judgment
Professional demeanor and courteous attitude
Sound reasoning and problem solving skills
Ability to respect confidentiality of patient data
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to accurately type at least 35 words per minute
Ability to work as a team member
Knowledge of record-keeping techniques
Organization and attention to detail
Ability to transport deliveries between New Narrative locations during business hours.