Retail Pharmacy Technician- Oncology

The US Oncology Network•Vancouver, WA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Compass Oncology is seeking a Retail Pharmacy Technician to support their outpatient practice within the Retail Pharmacy team. This position will be based out of their business office in Vancouver, WA. The role involves supporting cancer patients and is described as more than just a job, but a calling for those who share themes of care, compassion, and commitment. The goal is to provide the best care possible for each patient.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent.
Entry level position with Experience in a retail pharmacy setting preferred.
Certified Technician certificate recommended, unless required by state law.
Possesses up to date knowledge of the profession and industry; is regarded as an expert in the technical/functional area; accesses and uses other expert resources when appropriate.
Commitment to continuing education.
Handles day to day work challenges confidently; is willing and able to adjust to multiple demands, shifting priorities, ambiguity, and rapid change; shows resilience in the face of constraints, frustrations, or adversity; demonstrates flexibility.
Makes timely, cost effective and sound decisions; makes decisions under conditions of uncertainty.
Emphasizes the need to deliver quality services; defines standards for quality and evaluated products, processes, and service against those standards; manages quality; improves efficiencies.
Possesses strong customer service, communication and organizational skills, is detail oriented and has the ability to problem-solve and trouble-shoot.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a retail pharmacy setting

Responsibilities

Maintains accurate patient records including patient demographics, current medication list, disease states list, allergy list, insurance information, and prescription information.
Utilizes pharmacy management system to screen for drug interactions.
Processes prescription and bills insurance for payment.
Submits prior authorizations.
Assists with applying for patient financial assistance through manufacturer or foundation programs for high dollar oral drugs.
Acts as a resource for other staff on dispensing oral drugs.
Assists with ordering and ensuring that the most cost-effective drugs are ordered from vendors.
Receives, verifies, and processes drug orders.
Assists with drug recalls and expired or non-utilized drug returns.
Prepares and labels prescriptions and ensures they are checked for accuracy by physician or pharmacist.
Ensures prescriptions and paperwork are being signed off on by physician or pharmacist.
Obtains patient or patient representative signature on all medications being dispensed.
Files and stores prescription hardcopies.
Maintains and files daily reports.
Documents all patient interactions in the EHR.
Tracks and reports monthly inventory in pharmacy management system.
Assists with patient monitoring activities including prescription refills, prescription adherence, and prescription persistence.
Interacts with patients regarding prescription dispensing, financial assistance, and patient follow-up.
Maintains safety of the MID by adhering to infection-control procedures, policies, and regulations.
Demonstrates reliability and punctuality by consistently showing up on time and maintaining dependable attendance to support team operations and organizational goals.