Pharmacy Technician (Float) - Cherrybell - Pharmacy

El Rio Community Health Center•Tucson, AZ

3d•$18 - $26

About The Position

The Pharmacy Technician serves as part of a team providing quality pharmacy services to El Rio Health patients. Under the general supervision of a licensed pharmacist, the technician prepares medications for patient consumption and provides administrative support requiring some independent judgment at a clinic location assigned by management. The role works under general supervision and review; problems involving departures from standard policies, interpretations, or procedures are reviewed with a supervisor. The position requires compliance with Arizona State Board of Pharmacy regulations and standards, El Rio Health policies and procedures, applicable federal and state requirements, 340B Drug Pricing Program standards, third-party funding requirements, and applicable Joint Commission standards. The technician works with medical and dental staff and serves patients and internal clients while maintaining patient and employee confidentiality and a safe, clean, hygienic work environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED; an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the job functions may be considered.
Current Pharmacy Technician license in accordance with Arizona State Board of Pharmacy requirements.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers.
Current, valid Level I fingerprint clearance card in good standing, or application for the card within seven working days after beginning employment; the posting also states that a Level One Non-IVP card must be received within 30 days after hire or transfer.
Reliable transportation capable of meeting operational reassignments during the workday.
If driving during work hours, a valid driver’s license and compliance with Arizona vehicle insurance requirements.
Ability to perform the essential job functions; reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals.
Employees are required to undergo drug testing before employment and may be subject to post-accident, reasonable-suspicion, return-to-duty, and follow-up drug and alcohol testing in compliance with applicable regulations.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual English/Spanish ability, including speaking, reading, and writing in both languages.
Vaccination status, including influenza vaccination, is strongly recommended, subject to exemptions and accommodations required by law.

Responsibilities

Complete assigned pharmaceutical and clerical duties supporting pharmacy operations within established time frames and quality and quantity standards.
Maintain patient and employee confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and corporate compliance standards.
Receive and intake prescriptions, check prescription information for completeness and accuracy, and enter correct patient and prescription information into the pharmacy operating system.
Retrieve, count, pour, weigh, and sometimes mix medications; prepare and package medications for pharmacist review and verification.
Refer patients with prescription, drug-information, or health questions to a pharmacist.
Verify patient information and eligibility data, and record prescriptions and disbursements.
Identify and resolve insurance billing exceptions.
Process patient checkouts efficiently and perform clerical duties, including answering phones and operating the cash register.
Maintain pharmacy equipment and work areas to department standards.
Comply with applicable federal, state, 340B Drug Pricing Program, and third-party funding requirements; maintain the integrity of the 340B program so only eligible patients receive 340B drugs.
Work with medical and dental staff to support a high level of service.
Respond to patient and internal-client calls, emails, inquiries, questions, and requests in a timely and effective manner, forwarding issues or complaints for resolution.
Maintain proficiency in the electronic health record, including looking up health, financial, and referral records.
Maintain a clean, safe, and hygienic work environment and comply with applicable infection prevention and control policies and procedures.
Apply relevant Joint Commission accreditation standards and reporting requirements.
Communicate effectively with patients, visitors, employees, and internal and external clients or representatives.
Support coworkers, contribute to a respectful and positive work environment, and serve as a positive employee role model.
Follow organizational money-handling policies and procedures; accurately process cash, checks, and bankcard payments, collect patient copayments and coinsurance, and issue required receipts.
Use materials, supplies, and equipment cost-effectively and limit waste.
Help patients find affordable medication solutions, including referrals to community health advisors, manufacturer coupons, or alternate therapies.
Accurately document hours worked and complete required sign-off or approval in a timely manner.