Pharmacy Technician - Mill Creek

VALLEY HEALTH CARE INC•Mill Creek, WV

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Assists the pharmacists in performing pharmaceutical care and accurately fills prescriptions in a professional manner. Pharmacy technicians and trainees must always be supervised by a licensed pharmacist.

Requirements

Technician Trainees must register with the West Virginia Board of Pharmacy
Certified Technicians must maintain State and National licensure (or equivalent)
All technicians must understand laws and regulations pertaining to the practice of pharmacy and maintain adherence to such laws and regulations.
Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily after sufficient training program is completed.
Must have basic computer skills, including typing and word processing.
High School Diploma or equivalent required
Must be able to provide important and relevant site information in staff meetings and to members, co-workers, and supervisors.
Must be able to listen to co-workers and team members.
Must be able to present important and relevant site information to supervisors.
Must be able to write and compose clear, concise, accurate written documentation and data reports, as necessary.
Upholds the Code of Ethics and mission of Valley Health Care, Inc. by conducting professional activities with Valley Health Care’s values of integrity, teamwork, compassion, excellence, and Here for Good.
Must have the ability to follow HIPAA guidelines as well as an understanding of policies and procedures regarding medical records put in place by the Federal Government, Medicaid, Medicare, and WV Behavioral Health Laws put forth by the WV Department of Health and Human Resources.
Must listen to the customer, understand the customer, do what needs to be done to meet the customer’s expectations, and take ownership of the customer experience.
Knowledge of basic computer software (MS Office – Word, Excel, and Outlook) and the willingness and ability to learn electronic medical records software.
Must demonstrate the ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret various instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
An essential element is the ability to work and interact effectively and positively with other staff members to build and enhance teamwork in the VHC organization; team engagement is necessary to be successful in this position.
A demonstrated work record showing good attendance, punctuality, dependability, and the ability to collaborate well with supervisors and coworkers as part of a team effort is essential.
A medical office setting is an environment that requires the ability to relate to all types of people while always maintaining a professional demeanor.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
The ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
The ability to speak effectively to patients or employees of the organization.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Must be able to read and interpret medical and work environment-related documents involving patient care, program descriptions, government regulations, and VHC policy and procedures.
Must be able to demonstrate an understanding and sensitivity to cultural differences and needs of VHC patients and be able to respond appropriately to all people regardless of race, ethnicity, language, age, sex or sexual orientation, religion, disability, economic standing, etc.

Nice To Haves

completion of accredited training program preferred
Experience preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Process and prioritize prescription orders and refills
Answer phone calls and check voicemail system
Data Entry in Pharmacy Software System
Add insurance cards to a patient profile
Process third party claims
Process prior authorization claims
Communicate effectively with patients and co-workers
Dress professionally per Valley Health Care Dress Code Policy
Clock in and out
Maintain professional integrity
Receive, store, and validate incoming supplies and drugs
Verify stock and maintain inventory records per VHC policy
Conduct NDC audits
Maintain a knowledge of 340B policies and procedures
Keep the pharmacy area clean and orderly
Check all stock for outdated medication on a regular basis
Process the return of outdated medication to reverse distributor
Process overstock returns to vendor
Operate pharmacy POS system
Close cash register and prepare deposits
Offer counseling on new prescriptions
Refer all questions regarding prescription and non-prescription medications to the pharmacist
File prescriptions, except for Schedule II drugs
Place completed prescription orders in will-call area
Apply payments to credit accounts
Print patient medication lists
Mail out prescriptions per VHC policy
Pack medications in SureMed Packaging using guided packing software
Enroll patients in Sync Program and/or facilities
Order supplies
Maintain all licensing requirements, including continuing education
Use fax machine to send/receive prescriptions and notifications
Send and receive electronic orders in Pioneer system
Appropriately identify and handle Hazardous drugs
Attend meetings as required