Pharmacy Technician

Jordan Valley Health • Springfield, MO

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About The Position

About Jordan Valley Health:

Jordan Valley Health (JVH) is a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving the health of individuals and families in underserved communities. We provide comprehensive healthcare services including primary medical, dental, vision, and behavioral health. Our mission is simple: Improve our community’s health through access and relationships. By working collaboratively with partners and continually innovating, JVH strives to be a leader in providing essential healthcare for the underserved, ensuring everyone in our community has access to quality healthcare.

Job Summary:

Pharmacy Technician is responsible for the computer data entry of prescriptions and filling of medication orders including the proper handling, usage, and storage of drugs in the pharmacy.

Requirements

• State Pharmacy Technician License.
• Minimum of 1 year pharmacy technician experience.
• All employees are required to provide proof of vaccination for Flu, Hepatitis B and Tuberculosis (TB) as part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace.

Nice To Haves

• High School Diploma or GED
• PTCB Certified Pharmacy Technician.

Responsibilities

• Performs all responsibilities/duties required by the pharmacy as defined by the scope of service to ensure that the unique nature of the client is addressed.
• Responsible for the preparation and distribution of medication orders filled for outpatient and ancillary areas.
• Responsible for ensuring the correct labeling of medication containers.
• Responsible for interpretation of physician medication orders for accuracy.
• Responsible for maintaining accurate and proper patient medication profiles.
• Responsible for maintaining a working knowledge of, and conforming to legal requirements concerning the distribution of drugs, as well as good working knowledge of recent developments in the field of pharmacy (self-continuing education by attending available conferences, meetings and seminars).
• Help patients who are dropping off or picking up prescription orders.
• Create a profile of the patient’s health and insurance information into the computer or update the patient’s profile.
• Assist the pharmacist, under direct supervision, in the practice of the pharmacy, in accordance with local, state, federal, and company regulations.
• Communicate with insurance carriers to obtain payment for prescription claims.
• At point of sale, verify that customer receives correct prescription (s) and offer pharmacist counseling.
• Complete weekly distribution center medication orders, place orders on shelves, and verify all associate paperwork.
• Prepares the pharmacy inventory.
• Communicate with prescribers and their agents to obtain refill authorization.
• Assist pharmacist in scheduling and maintaining workflow.
• Maintain knowledge of loss prevention techniques.
• All other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage: Three comprehensive plan options (Buy-up, Base, and High Deductible) through UnitedHealthcare's Choice Plus network, covering various deductibles and out-of-pocket limits. Includes access to telemedicine services via Teladoc.
• Health Savings Account (HSA): Available for employees in the High Deductible Plan with employer contributions and tax advantages.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Options for both healthcare and dependent care FSAs, allowing pre-tax contributions for qualified expenses.
• Dental and Vision Coverage: Dental insurance through Cigna’s DPPO network and vision coverage through EyeMed’s Insight network.
• Retirement Plan: Pre-tax and Roth 403(b) retirement plans with a 5% employer match starting after 30 days of employment.
• Life and Disability Insurance: Basic Life and AD&D insurance provided at no cost, with the option to purchase additional coverage. Long-term and short-term disability insurance are also available.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free confidential support for personal and professional challenges, including counseling and crisis intervention.
• Additional Voluntary Benefits: Options for critical illness, accident, hospital care, and pet insurance through MetLife.
• Pay on demand available
• Holidays: Nine paid holidays per year.

What This Job Offers

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