Pharmacy Technician - Saturday 7:30am to 3:30pm (lunch ½ hour).

Family Health Care Centers of Greater Los Angeles•Bell Gardens, CA

16h•Onsite

About The Position

The pharmacy technician position is responsible for preparing medications for patient consumption under the general supervision of a licensed pharmacist and in accordance with standard departmental procedures. This role is an opportunity to enhance the quality of life for men, women, and children in the greater Los Angeles area by providing high-quality, accessible, and affordable healthcare services.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Must speak/write Spanish fluently.
Certificate from hospital-based pharmacy technical training program, junior college graduate, or State certification as Pharmacy Technician.
Excellent analytical skills.
Motivation to take the initiative to ensure all tasks performed are completed thoroughly and accurately.
Excellent writing and verbal communication skills.
Knowledge of administrative principles and procedures.
Bilingual English/Spanish and familiarity with the Hispanic culture.
Ability to prioritize workload and work under pressure of deadlines.
Ability to meet tight time-sensitive deadlines.
Motivated and committed to the provision of high-quality healthcare for indigent and underserved communities.
Willingness to adapt to changes with regards to the agency’s growth and expansion.
Ability to work well with others in a professional and team-oriented environment.
Well-developed interpersonal skills, friendly personality and able to motivate staff by promoting teamwork.
Ability to relate to the public regardless of ethnicity, religion and economic status.
Excellent communication skills.
Willingness to travel.
Strong planning and organizational skills.
Problem analysis and critical thinking skills.
Excellent customer service skills.

Nice To Haves

Two years of Retail Pharmacy experience preferred.
FQHC experience, highly preferred.
Computer knowledge preferred (e.g., NextGen (E.H.R. & PMS), Microsoft Word and Excel), and Digital Rx.
Knowledge of the following (but not limited to), preferred: My Health LA, PPO’s, HMO’s, Medicare, Family PACT, CPSP, Medi-Cal, Fee-for-Service, CHDP, Managed Care Plans, Every Woman Counts.

Responsibilities

Performs duties assigned by a licensed pharmacist, ensuring quality control and adherence to departmental procedures and policies.
Reads and interprets physicians’ orders, transcribing them into the pharmacy computer medication profile.
Engages in continuous self-improvement by attending training, seminars, and educational classes to maintain skills and knowledge.
Follows all agency safety and health standards, regulations, procedures, policies, and practices.
Identifies, initiates, and implements measures to deliver high-quality patient care and improve services.
Responds efficiently and timely to patient and provider staff needs and inquiries.
Ensures excellent customer service to all FHCCGLA patients.
Handles patient grievances according to FHCCGLA’s Policy & Procedure.
Assists in developing, updating, and reviewing FHCCGLA Policies & Procedures as needed.
Ensures HIPAA compliance by maintaining strict confidentiality of patient data and EHR/PMS.
Attends mandatory quarterly staff meetings/trainings and other scheduled meetings.
Stays informed about current legal and regulatory changes related to scope of practice, specific programs/payors, insurances, and services offered at FHCCGLA.
Responds to on-demand calls for "STAT" orders, pick-ups, and deliveries.
Attends and participates in pharmacy tech meetings to exchange ideas and achieve departmental goals.
Keeps procedures up-to-date in the pharmacy tech manual for training new personnel and quick reference.
Checks and removes outdated medications routinely to ensure stock integrity and maintains appropriate records.
Assists with billing using appropriate computer functions, reason codes, and dates for charging and crediting.
Assists in checking in orders, putting orders away, and filing associated paperwork.
Continues education by attending drug in-services and staying updated on policy changes.
Maintains competency in caring for patients of all age groups and developmental stages, and as indicated by orientation guidelines.
Performs other duties as assigned.