Pharmacy Tech (Certified)

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

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About The Position

The Pharmacy Tech (Certified) supports pharmacy operations by receiving prescriptions and refill requests, gathering and recording information needed to prepare prescriptions, entering data into the computer, and placing completed prescriptions in the pickup area. Where permitted by state regulations and authorized by the Pharmacist in Charge, the technician may receive oral prescriptions from prescribers or their authorized designees. The role also involves serving customers, answering questions that do not require a pharmacist’s expertise or judgment, helping customers locate over-the-counter products, stocking products and supplies, assisting with insurance claims and payment verification, maintaining a clean work area, and operating a cash register. Additional duties may be assigned as needed. Food City describes itself as a privately held, family-owned company focused on running the best store in town and supporting the communities it serves. The company encourages associates to participate in local civic organizations and offers flexible schedules.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

Receive oral prescriptions from prescribers or their authorized designees when permitted by state regulation and authorized by the Pharmacist in Charge.
Provide efficient and courteous service to customers.
Answer telephone calls and handle questions that do not require a pharmacist’s expertise or judgment.
Receive written prescriptions and telephone refill requests.
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 pharmacy department supplies.
Place completed prescriptions in the pickup area.
Assist in preparing insurance claims and verify payments.
Help customers find over-the-counter products.
Maintain a clean department and work area.
Operate a cash register.
Perform additional duties as needed.