Pharmacy Technician PT

Coplin Health Systems • Parkersburg, WV

5d

About The Position

The Pharmacy Technician assists in expeditiously filling patient prescriptions while following applicable federal, state, and local guidelines. The role supports patients with prescription purchases, processes and stocks drug orders, maintains clean and orderly shelves and storage areas, and communicates with patients about telephone orders. The technician dispenses medications in accordance with applicable laws and performs other duties as assigned.

This position has no supervisory responsibilities. Employees are expected to follow CHS safety and health policies. The role operates in a professional office environment, with frequent interruptions and usually moderate noise. Travel is primarily local during the business day, though some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected. The position is described as light physical activity and routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptop computers and smartphones.

Requirements

• High school diploma and at least three years of pharmacy experience are required.
• Communication skills, spoken and written.
• Maintain confidentiality according to HIPAA guidelines.
• Professionalism with patients, colleagues, and others.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Computer skills.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Mathematical skills.
• Cultural competence and sensitivity to the mission of CHS.
• Successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication is required for appointment.
• WV Cares clearance, drug screening, and a driver’s license are listed as other employment requirements.
• Ability to meet the position’s physical and vision demands, including lifting up to 25 pounds and close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth vision and adjusting focus.

Nice To Haves

• Certified pharmacy technician preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in filling prescriptions.
• Assist patients with the purchase of prescriptions.
• Keep shelves and storage areas clean and neat.
• Assist in processing drug orders and stocking shelves.
• Answer telephone calls and communicate with patients regarding telephone orders.
• Dispense medications according to federal, state, and local laws.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Follow CHS safety and health policies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED