Pharmacy Technician

Jordan Valley Health•Lebanon, MO

18h

About The Position

Pharmacy Technician is responsible for the computer data entry of prescriptions and filling of patient medication orders including the proper handling, usage, and storage of drugs in the pharmacy.

Requirements

State Pharmacy Technician License.
Minimum one year of pharmacy experience.

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or GED
PTCB Certified Pharmacy Technician.

Responsibilities

Performs all responsibilities/duties required by the pharmacy as defined by the scope of service to ensure that the unique nature of the patient’s needs are addressed.
Assists patients who are dropping off or picking up prescription orders; may assist with deliveries.
Assists patients with updating their pharmacy profile, including demographic, health and insurance information in the computer
Responsible for maintaining a working knowledge of, and conforming to legal requirements concerning the distribution of drugs, as well as good working knowledge of recent developments in the field of pharmacy (education by attending available conferences, meetings and seminars).
Responsible for maintaining accurate and proper patient medication profiles.
Responsible for interpretation of physician medication orders for accuracy.
Enters prescription orders into the computer.
Communicates with prescribers and their agents to obtain refill authorization.
Responsible for ensuring the correct dispensing and labeling of medication prior to verification by pharmacist
Communicates with insurance carriers to obtain payment for prescription claims.
At point of sale, verifies that the patient receives correct prescription (s) and offer pharmacist counseling.
Assists with periodic medication orders to wholesaler, place orders on shelves, and verifies all associated paperwork.
Assists with the pharmacy inventory.
Assist the pharmacist, under direct supervision, in the practice of the pharmacy, in accordance with local, state, federal, and company regulations.
Assists other pharmacy technicians.
Maintains knowledge of loss prevention techniques.
Keeps up with daily pharmacy staff projects.
All other duties as assigned

Benefits

Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage: Three comprehensive plan options (Buy-up, Base, and High Deductible) through UnitedHealthcare's Choice Plus network, covering various deductibles and out-of-pocket limits. Includes access to telemedicine services via Teladoc.
Health Savings Account (HSA): Available for employees in the High Deductible Plan with employer contributions and tax advantages.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Options for both healthcare and dependent care FSAs, allowing pre-tax contributions for qualified expenses.
Dental and Vision Coverage: Dental insurance through Cigna’s DPPO network and vision coverage through EyeMed’s Insight network.
Retirement Plan: Pre-tax and Roth 403(b) retirement plans with a 5% employer match starting after 30 days of employment.
Life and Disability Insurance: Basic Life and AD&D insurance provided at no cost, with the option to purchase additional coverage. Long-term and short-term disability insurance are also available.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free confidential support for personal and professional challenges, including counseling and crisis intervention.
Additional Voluntary Benefits: Options for critical illness, accident, hospital care, and pet insurance through MetLife.
Pay on demand available
Nine paid holidays per year.