Pharmacy Technician

ChenMed • South Park, WV

19d • $17 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

The Pharmacy Technician assists with pharmacy practice in accordance with state and federal regulations. The role uses pharmacy systems to obtain patient and drug information and process prescriptions, and helps coach pharmacy technicians in operating those systems and complying with company policies and procedures. The technician works directly with patients and families, doctors, and other medical personnel to deliver quality healthcare. The position receives supervision from a Pharmacist, who reviews work through conferences, inspections, and reports.

Requirements

• High school education or equivalent; experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis above the minimum required.
• Board of Pharmacy technician registration and current state licensure and certification.
• At least one year of experience in a pharmacy setting, including pharmacy or medical data entry experience.
• Knowledge of pharmacy law and medical terminology.
• Strong interpersonal skills and well-developed verbal and written communication skills.
• Good math and analytical skills.
• Ability to multitask, work independently, meet deadlines, and be flexible.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Spoken and written fluency in English.

Responsibilities

• Follow the Pharmacy Technician Code of Conduct.
• Greet healthcare providers and patients in person or by phone, answer questions and requests, and refer matters requiring a Pharmacist’s attention.
• Maintain pharmacy inventory by checking stock, anticipating medication and supply needs, ordering and expediting items, verifying receipts, and removing outdated drugs.
• Use asset protection techniques and create claims for order errors and damaged goods.
• Maintain a safe and clean pharmacy in compliance with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Complete duties assigned by the Pharmacist, including entering patient and drug information in pharmacy systems, filling prescriptions, retrieving and counting medications, checking medicine accuracy, and checking for possible interactions.
• Immediately report prescription errors to the Pharmacist and follow company policies and procedures for pharmacy errors and quality improvement.
• Follow applicable government regulations, including HIPAA, Medicare, and co-pay requirements.
• Assist patients, resolve issues, and answer questions to support a positive patient experience.
• Register related sales on the assigned cash register and collect and handle cash as required.
• Direct and assist team members as needed to maintain workflow and meet deadlines assigned by the Pharmacy Manager or Pharmacist on duty.
• Process third-party reimbursement claims accurately and efficiently to obtain payment from insurance providers.
• Earn and maintain certification and licensure as required by state regulations; attend requested training and obtain continuing education credits.
• Maintain knowledge and skills in healthcare and pharmacy.
• Perform other duties as assigned or modified at the manager’s discretion.

Benefits

• The posting mentions great compensation, comprehensive benefits, career development and advancement opportunities, and work-life balance, but does not specify individual benefit offerings.

What This Job Offers

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