Pharmacy Tech 2 - Pharmacy - FT - Day

Stormont Vail Health • Topeka, KS

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of a registered pharmacist, will assist in the non-judgmental aspects of preparing medications for dispensing and assist in clinical pharmacy operations. Will provide services to patients from birth to death.

Requirements

• High School Diploma / GED Required
• National Technician Certification recognized by the Kansas State Board of Pharmacy is required.
• Must also be registered with the Kansas Board of Pharmacy.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of a vocational training program.
• 1 year Experience as a pharmacy technician in any pharmacy practice setting.
• Excellent customer service skills (Required proficiency)
• Knowledge of specialty disease states and medications. (Preferred proficiency)
• Knowledge of pharmacy reimbursement and PA process. (Preferred proficiency)
• Knowledge of medical and pharmaceutical knowledge. (Preferred proficiency)

Responsibilities

• In addition to pharmacy tech 1 essential duties and responsibilities, must meet qualifications to check the work of other technicians when applicable (Tech-Check-Tech).
• Manipulate and re-package hazardous and non-hazardous dosage forms following procedure.
• Specialized training & competency in hazardous and non-hazardous sterile compounding as assigned.
• Competency in at least one decentralized pharmacy space (OR, ED, etc.) in addition to basic central pharmacy operations or the assigned area.
• Specialty Technicians: Serves as a liaison between physician clinic staff, specialty pharmacy, and other stakeholders to develop and maintain a strong and collaborative partnership between the businesses. Identifies opportunities for the Stormont Vail Specialty Pharmacy to partner with prescribers in the development of new initiatives and avenues of service. Complies with HIPAA/HITECH regulations.
• Specialty Technicians: Ensures accuracy of prescription and patient data entered into various systems; verifying patient, drug, quantities, directions, days’ supply, supplies, insurance, and physician data. Reviews all pertinent medical documentation from physician offices and other healthcare facilities, and clarifies prescription orders with pharmacist and/or clinician as appropriate. Works with payers to resolve insurance related issues, assists patients with financial assistance as needed.
• Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail Health
• Performs other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

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