Pharmacy Technician

Weston County Health Services•Newcastle, WY

12d

About The Position

As the Pharmacy Technician (or the Pharmacy Technician in Training), this position is responsible for compounding and dispensing medications and pharmaceutical supplies. Based upon receiving orders and prescriptions from physicians or other qualified persons, types, labels, prepares and files drug charge slips and performs various other technical duties of the pharmacy. All duties are performed under the direct supervision of a pharmacist.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Current Wyoming License required or if Pharmacy Tech in Training, will receive license within 2 years of start date.
Able to pass and maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
Adheres to dress code, appearance is neat and clean.
Completes annual education requirements.
Always maintains patient confidentiality.
Reports to work on time and as scheduled.
Wears identification while on duty.
Maintains compliance with federal and state regulatory requirements.
Always represents WCHS in a positive and professional manner.
Complies with all WCHS policies and standards regarding ethical business practices.
Communicates the mission, ethics, and goals of WCHS.
Participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement activities.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Has the ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
Has the ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
Has the ability to determine an appropriate course of action in more complex situations.
Has the ability to work independently, exercise creativity, be attentive to detail, and maintain a positive attitude.
Has the ability to manage multiple and simultaneous responsibilities and to prioritize scheduling of work.
Has the ability to maintain confidentiality of all medical, financial, and legal information.
Has the ability to complete work assignments accurately and in a timely manner.
Has the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Has the ability to handle difficult situations involving patients, physicians, or others in a professional manner.

Responsibilities

Promotes the mission, vision, and values of Weston County Health Services (WCHS).
Receives, prepares, and processes all labels and prescription orders after Pharmacist has determined appropriate medication dosage and directions for inpatient, emergency, long-term care, and clinic needs.
Selects medication from shelves and fills order to be checked by Pharmacist.
Completes data and prescription entry into pharmacy dispensing systems.
Prepares, and processes medications through billing systems.
Reconciles multiple forms of payments against charges.
Prepares all medication with labeling that is in compliance with pharmacy regulation.
Leaves filled medications with order and original drug container to be checked by the Pharmacist.
Manages, and receives orders, checks against invoice, labels with stock number, and expiration date and stocks shelves as needed.
Quarantines and packages up all outdated goods and returns incompliance with BOP, DEA, OSHA.
Assists with maintaining pharmacy databases under the supervision of a pharmacy.
Performs non-sterile compounding and repackaging following all applicable laws and USP guidelines.
Completes cross training with competencies to support coverage in Weston County Health Services community pharmacies.
Maintains cleanliness of all areas of the pharmacy, non-sterile and pharmaceutical machines and equipment. Completes daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning requirements for pharmacy.
Maintains, and stores all files required dispensing, billing, tracking, and recalling of medication in compliance with federal, state regulations.
Assures proper charging and crediting of all medication and supplies in compliance with Medicaid and Medicare and commercial insurance requirements.
Answers telephone takes messages and refers all questions regarding medication orders, drug information, poison information, or other clinical matters to the Pharmacist.
Coordinates appropriately with medical staff and other departments to ensure efficiency.
Adheres to accreditation and compliance standard guidelines.
Assists in completing required reports, program reviews and preparation.
Utilizes good communication skills to maintain positive relationships with clients, providers, co-workers, and other sections in the organization and with other facilities in the community.
Maintains a professional, organized, and clean working environment by following organizational policies, guidelines, and safety standards.
Completes assignments in a timely manner.
Assists visitors with directions whenever requested.
Always introduces self to patients, residents, families, and visitors when appropriate.
Reports safety hazards as appropriate.
Replenishes supplies as needed.
Follows all infection control practices including hand washing techniques, Standard Precautions and Isolation Precautions.
Maintains set quality standards when performing job duties.
Has the ability to do work on his/her own with normal supervision.
Observes safety-precautions and maintains a safe, clean, work environment.
Has the ability to carry out detailed written or oral instructions.
Has the ability to read and understand equipment operation manual.
Cooperates with other personnel to achieve departmental objectives, maintain good employee relations, and interdepartmental objectives.
Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, trainings, current literature, in-service meetings, and workshops; shows responsibility for own professional practice and ongoing education and learning.