Pharmacy Technician

BioMatrix Specialty Pharm•Las Vegas, NV

21h•Onsite

About The Position

BioMatrix is a nationwide, independently-owned infusion pharmacy with decades of experience supporting patients on specialty medication. Our compassionate care team helps patients navigate the often-challenging healthcare environment. We treat our patients like family and get them started on therapy quickly. We work closely with them as well as their family and their healthcare providers throughout the patient journey, staying focused on optimal clinical outcomes. At BioMatrix the heart of our Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, & Access (IDEA) philosophy is the commitment to cultivate a welcoming space where everyone’s contributions are acknowledged and celebrated. Our goal is to draw in, develop, engage, and retain talented, high-performing individuals from diverse backgrounds and viewpoints. We believe that both respecting and embracing diversity enriches the experiences and successes of our patients, employees, and partners. The Pharmacy Technician performs designated technical and clerical tasks associated with the preparation, labeling and dispensing of medications, including sterile admixtures and prepackaged or unit dose drugs. In addition, performs designated tasks regarding pharmacy quality control, management of pharmacy records, inventory control and preparation of orders for drugs. All functions are under the direct supervision of a Pharmacist. Schedule: Monday-Friday from 10:00 am-6:30 pm, Pacific Standard Time with some weekends based on need Location: On-site in Las Vegas, NV

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
Current and valid Pharmacy Technician license in good standing and issued by the state in which duties are performed, as noted in posting, required
Minimum of two (2) years of experience in retail/hospital pharmacy/specialty pharmacy required
Strong customer service skills, focus and dedication
Basic computer and internet skills (e.g. Microsoft Office)

Nice To Haves

Graduate of pharmacy technical college preferred,
National certification by Pharmacy Technician Certification Board preferred
Knowledge of CareTend preferred

Responsibilities

Performs all duties under direct supervision of a pharmacist.
Adheres to BioMatrix policies and procedures; and complies with federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations.
Complies with HIPAA Privacy Rule, and maintains strict confidentiality of patient, client and employee information.
Prepares and generates batches for preparation of prescriptions.
Prepares prescriptions and enters into CPR+ pharmacy software system for Pharmacist verification including delivery addresses, FedEx tracking numbers, changes in patient health status and communications to Pharmacist.
Accurately enters new product and supply inventory into CPR+ and maintains appropriate drug and supply inventory levels.
Generates labels, picks, and packages prepackaged and unit dose drugs in accordance with dispensing order (pick-list).
Maintains patient files with current prescriptions
Ensures all pending orders are approved by communicating with the billing department prior to shipment to assure insurance clearance prior to shipment date (prior authorization)
Notifies pharmacist of new prescriptions for subsequent patient orders
Works with intake coordinator to schedule shipment of drugs, pumps and supplies
Communicates with field staff and managers on shipment details: items shipped, delivery address, shipment date
Processes reorders in CPR+ according to RCC/PCS Order Request Forms
Accepts product and supply deliveries, unpacks, verifies accuracy of order and forwards packing information to accounts payable department
Monitors FedEx shipments to confirm delivery; fax delivery tickets into system
Files delivery tickets, order forms and prescriptions in an efficient, timely manner
Performs and records quality assurance activities
Maintains medication, ancillaries and supplies inventory levels to company goals; rotates stock and utilizes return process
Ensures pharmacy area is clean and maintained per organizational policy and procedure
Proactively improves understanding of bleeding disorders and other chronic disorders, products and treatments; stays current on legislative changes and insurance coverages, and is capable of disseminating this information to employees, patients and others within the bleeding disorder community
Attends QMC meetings on a quarterly basis and provides input
Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, and professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest trends in field of expertise; attends continuing education programs to maintain expertise in pharmacy and information systems
Participates in continuing education programs appropriate to this position, and maintain current knowledge of government regulations and industry best practices; provides relevant updates to staff members accordingly