Pharmacy Technician - Part Time
About The Position
The Call Center Pharmacy Technician serves an integral role by assisting the pharmacist(s) in various operations within the Call Center pharmacy. This position description provides a general overview of the type of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications that may be required of the employee assigned to the position. Call Center Pharmacy Technicians report directly to the Call Center Supervisor Pharmacist and to the Pharmacist(s) on duty.
Requirements
- Possess and maintain a valid Pharmacy Technician license issued by the Virginia State Board of Pharmacy.
- Abide by and uphold the privacy rule standards of HIPAA.
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Able to write legibly, speak, and read English proficiently.
- Moderate computer knowledge.
- Produce accurate work with careful attention to detail.
- Possess the necessary interpersonal and communication skills required to interact with patients, coworkers, and other healthcare professionals.
- Ability to prioritize tasks in a high-volume work environment.
- Ability to adapt to changes in workload and schedule to meet business needs.
- Ability to work independently.
Nice To Haves
- Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) Certification.
- Minimum of two (2) years pharmacy technician experience.
- Hospital experience.
- Knowledge of EHR systems including HCS and EPIC.
- Experience with ADM systems including Pyxis.
- Knowledge of common medication doses and forms.
Responsibilities
- Perform all duties in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical or health care errors.
- Operate computer software proficiently.
- Enter prescription orders in an accurate and timely manner.
- Must be able to identify and understand dosage variations and consult pharmacists if questions arise.
- Triage telephone calls in the pharmacy.
- Works closely with pharmacy, medical, and nursing staff to provide quality patient care.
- Facilitate calls to nursing staff regarding order clarifications.
- Contact backup pharmacies to verify medication stock for after-hours deliveries.
- Assist pharmacists in triaging drug information questions and providing pharmaceutical services to patients, nurses, physicians, and other hospital personnel.
- Maintain assigned work areas and equipment in a clean and orderly manner.
- File and retrieve pharmacy records as required.
- Conduct clerical and record keeping practices and procedures.
- Adhere to all hospital and pharmacy regulations, policies, and guidelines.
- Perform other pharmacy-related duties as requested or required.
- Complete annual continuing education and competency requirements.
- Adhere to regulatory requirements including all state and federal regulations and TJC Standards.
- Comply with all organizational policies and procedures.
- Actively participate in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities.
- Work at maintaining a good rapport and a cooperative working relationship with administration, physicians, and staff in all departments.
- Represent the organization in a positive and professional manner.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
