Pharmacy Technician – Non Certified

Hy-Vee•Independence, MO

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides prompt, efficient and friendly customer service. Assist pharmacists in the preparation and distribution of prescription medications. This role requires adherence to department and company guidelines, statutes, and regulations pertaining to a pharmacy technician. The position involves handling customer inquiries, preparing prescriptions, managing insurance claims, and maintaining the pharmacy area. There is occasional exposure to dangerous chemicals/solvents while compounding products and chemotherapy drugs. Personnel of reproductive capability should understand the risks of handling hazardous drugs.

Requirements

Must be 18+
High school diploma or equivalent.
Working towards a licensed technician certification through a certified national program.
Must have the ability to do logical or scientific thinking to solve problems; several abstract and concrete variables.
Have the ability to do arithmetic calculations involving arithmetic, algebraic and geometric calculations.
Must be able to compose original correspondence; follow technical manuals; have increased contact with people; interview counsel or advise people; evaluate technical data.
Must be able to physically exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, 10 pounds of force frequently, and a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
Visual requirements include vision from less than 20 inches to more than 20 feet with or without correction, depth perception, color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors), and field of vision.
Must be able to perform the following physical activities: Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.
Must be able to handle multiple tasks (filling scripts, answering telephone, waiting on customers, etc.) every day.
Maintains the confidentiality of the customer’s private medical information according to the HIPPA act.
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre employment drug screen.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as a pharmacy clerk is preferred.
If applicable, vaccination certification as required by law.

Responsibilities

Provides prompt, efficient and friendly customer service.
Assists pharmacists in the preparation and distribution of prescription medications.
Answers the telephone promptly and provides friendly, helpful service.
Works with co-workers as a team to ensure customer satisfaction and a pleasant work environment.
Handles inquiries that do not require a pharmacist’s expertise and judgment.
Accepts new written prescription orders and telephoned refill requests at the discretion of the supervising pharmacist.
Takes orders from or calls doctor’s offices for refill prescriptions.
Gathers patient information required to prepare prescriptions.
Enters prescription and patient information into the computer.
Assists in maintaining correct patient information.
Assists pharmacists in preparing prescription drug products for dispensing.
Prepares and affixes labels to prescription containers.
Prepares prescriptions to be mailed.
Prepares and submits insurance claims.
Files prescriptions after they have been dispensed.
Reports any medication errors to appropriate personnel.
Orders, checks-in, and stocks pharmacy supplies.
Logs invoices as necessary.
Performs cash transactions.
Maintains cleanliness of pharmacy and dispensing area.
Assists with third party insurance billing and trouble shooting.
Maintains strict adherence to department and company guidelines related to personal hygiene and dress.
Adheres to all statutes and regulations pertaining to a pharmacy technician.
Adheres to company policies and individual store guidelines.
Reports to work when scheduled and on time.
Administer Vaccines as allowed by law
Assists in other areas of the store as needed.
Performs other job related duties and special projects as required.