Pharmacy Tech Trainee (Weston)

COMMUNITY CARE OF WEST VIRGINIA INC • Weston, WV

19h • Onsite

About The Position

Under direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist, and in accordance with standard departmental procedures, the Pharmacy Tech Trainee will prepare medications for patient use and provide friendly service, treating each patient kindly, with dignity and respect. This role involves participation in a Pharmacy Technician on-the-job training regimen with the goal of achieving national certification within 13 months.

Requirements

• Achieve a national certification within 13 months.
• Ability to enter data in order to keep computerized records.
• Ability to perform light lifting and repetitive physical activity.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively and in a friendly manner.
• Ability to adjust to new policies and procedures and follow a chain of command.
• Ability to be punctual (showing up to work on time, following attendance policy).
• Demonstrate honesty and be truthful in all aspects of pharmacy.
• High school diploma or GED certificate.
• Participation in Community Care of West Virginia's Pharmacy Technician Training Program.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties assigned by a licensed pharmacist.
• Participate in on-the-job Pharmacy Technician training under the supervision of the Pharmacist-in-Charge, including completing online coursework and testing.
• Read and interpret prescriptions received in pharmacy and transcribe same onto pharmacy computer medication profile, work verified by a licensed pharmacist.
• Prepare in accordance with standards of pharmacy practice, reconstitution of medications under direct pharmacist supervision.
• Prepare in accordance with pharmacy law and standards of pharmacy practice, patient prescriptions to be dispensed after pharmacist approval.
• Attend and participate in department meetings to exchange ideas in order to achieve the goals of the department.
• Check and remove the outdated medications on a routine basis to ensure that no outdated medications are in stock. Keep records appropriately.
• Assist pharmacist with billing by using correct and appropriate reason codes and dates for charging and crediting.
• Assist with placing orders, checking in orders, putting orders away, and filing associated paperwork.
• Attend and participate in Pharmacy Committee meetings as required.
• Maintain a clean and orderly workspace.
• Maintain competency in caring for patients of all age groups and developmental stages.
• Interact with patients and customers in a professional way, greeting each customer and providing polite and friendly service.
• Perform other duties as requested.
• Safeguard patient data by maintaining HIPAA compliance and disposing of protected health information properly.
• If unfamiliar with pharmacy procedure or best practice, notify the pharmacist on duty and request training.
• Assist patients, family members, or other clients with concern and empathy; respect their confidentiality and privacy; and communicate with them in a courteous and respectful manner.
• Answer and refer telephone calls or other inquires to ensure accurate and timely communications.
• Identify yourself in a pleasant and positive manner.
• Take responsibility for helping the caller.
• Assist in the orientation/training of new Team Members.
• Consistently work in a positive and cooperative manner with fellow Team Members.
• Assist other Team Members in the performance of their assignments.
• Seek out opportunities to help rather than waiting to be asked.
• Consider the impact of your actions on Team Members throughout the Organization.
• Recognize the need for variations in staffing and volunteer to fill open shifts when possible.
• Communicate effectively with clinic staff to ensure seamless patient care.
• Demonstrate flexibility to perform duties wherever volume deems it necessary within the organization.
• Assist in keeping the pharmacy clean and neat.
• Demonstrate sound judgment by taking appropriate actions regarding questionable findings or concerns.
• Investigate and follow through on unusual orders or requests for service or information.
• Follow proper reporting procedures for actual or potential accidents and/or incidents so follow-up and/or prevention can occur.
• Record/report the need for service maintenance or repair of equipment and remove any faulty equipment from service.
• Consistently evaluate work and determine if further steps are needed to meet patient expectations.
• Take the initiative to do or redo inadequate or incomplete work, even if it is not yours.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Consistently demonstrate the ability to respond to changing situations in a flexible manner in order to meet current needs, such as reprioritizing work as necessary.
• Minimize non-productive time and fill slow periods with activities that will enable you to prepare to meet patient needs in the future (education, organizing, housekeeping, assisting others). When in doubt, ask the pharmacist on duty for additional assignments.
• Organize job functions and work areas to be able to effectively complete varied assignments within established time frames.
• Consistently demonstrate the ability to take the initiative to make decisions/choices without direct supervision.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of all policies and procedures and the ability to reference them from appropriate books and manuals.
• Comply with CCWV's infection control policies and procedures, including the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard, to ensure a safe working environment for self and others.
• Maintain password security: Keep your login information and passwords private. Do not share this information with patients or coworkers. If you suspect that your login or password is not secure, notify the pharmacist on duty and change the password immediately.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Extended Sick Pay (ESP)
• Medical Health Insurance and Prescription Coverage
• Basic Life Insurance for Employee and Family
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) Voluntary Contribution Plan
• Health Reimbursement Account
• Employee Elected Voluntary Coverage for Employee and Family Life Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Spending Account
• Discounted undergraduate & graduate rates at West Virginia Wesleyan College for employee and family

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED