Pharmacy Technician

ChenMed•Riverdale, GA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Pharmacy Technician assists with the practice of pharmacy in accordance with state and federal regulations. The role uses pharmacy systems to obtain patient and drug information and process prescriptions, and assists and coaches pharmacy technicians in pharmacy-system operations while ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures. The technician works directly with patients and their families, doctors, and other medical personnel to deliver quality healthcare. Supervision is received from the Pharmacist, who reviews work for objectives and conformity with departmental policies and procedures. The position may require nationwide travel for training and support. The technician must be flexible to work evenings, weekends, and/or holidays as needed.

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 licensure and certification for the state.
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 organization skills and attention to detail.
Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Spoken and written fluency in English.
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and/or holidays as needed.
Ability to travel nationwide for training and support purposes as needed.

Responsibilities

Review and comply with the Pharmacy Technician Code of Conduct.
Greet healthcare providers and patients in person or by phone, answer questions and requests, and refer inquiries requiring a pharmacist’s attention.
Maintain pharmacy inventory by checking stock, anticipating medication and supply needs, placing and expediting orders, verifying receipts, and removing outdated drugs.
Maintain knowledge of asset protection techniques and create claims for order errors and damaged goods.
Maintain a safe and clean pharmacy in accordance with procedures, rules, and regulations.
Use pharmacy systems to enter patient and drug information, ensure accuracy, retrieve and count medications, fill prescriptions, verify medicines, and check 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.
Engage patients by offering assistance, resolving issues, and answering 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 claims efficiently and correctly for third-party reimbursement.
Earn and maintain certification and licensure as required by state regulations.
Attend requested training, complete assigned 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.