Pharmacy Tech (Certified)

Food City (K-VA-T Food Stores Inc)•Pulaski, VA

10d•$16 - $18

About The Position

The Certified Pharmacy Technician supports pharmacy operations by assisting with prescription intake and preparation, customer service, insurance claims, inventory, and department upkeep. The technician may receive oral prescriptions from prescribers or their authorized designees when permitted by state regulation and authorized by the Pharmacist in Charge. The role also includes operating the cash register and performing additional duties as needed.

Requirements

Successfully complete the coursework and examination for certification from the PTCB or ICPT Pharmacy Certification Boards.

Responsibilities

Provide and promote efficient and courteous customer service.
Answer telephone calls and handle questions that do not require a pharmacist’s expertise or judgment.
Receive written prescriptions and telephone refill requests.
When allowed by state regulation and authorized by the Pharmacist in Charge, receive oral prescriptions from prescribers or authorized designees, primarily new telephone prescriptions.
Gather and record information needed to prepare and dispense prescriptions.
Store written prescription forms after prescriptions are dispensed.
Enter data into the computer.
Stock over-the-counter products and assist customers in finding them.
Place completed prescriptions in the pick-up area.
Assist in preparing insurance claims and verifying payments.
Maintain a clean department and work area.
Assist in maintaining and stocking pharmacy department supplies.
Operate the cash register.
Perform additional job duties as needed.