Pharmacy Dispensing Technician

About the role

To perform functions related to the packaging, labeling and preparation for delivery of medications under the direct supervision of a pharmacist according to state and federal regulations/guideline and customer requirements.

Responsibilities

• Affords assistance with drug preparation, including but not limited to: packaging of single dose medications, pouring liquids, filling creams, ointments, and /or powders, and preparing injectables.
• Maintains an adequate inventory of medications and other supplies.
• Prepares emergency kits.
• Performs compounding per physician's order under the supervision of a pharmacist.
• Lays out prescriptions accurately, including informational labels, e.g. cautionary and auxiliary labels.
• Processes medications returned from the facilities for credit or destruction.
• Prepares medication for delivery to customers.
• Maintains and documents appropriate environmental controls in compliance with state and federal regulations.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid Pharmacy Technician registration/certification (compliant with state regulations)
• One year as a Pharmacy Technician or related experience, preferred IV experience, preferred
• Attention to detail and be able to work under deadlines
• Strong organization skills including the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Basic computer skills preferred; experience with Microsoft Excel and Word
• Ability to make independent decisions
• Ability to work and produce results under pressure
• Ability to effectively and harmoniously interact with facility, management and other employees at all levels; promotes teamwork and professionalism
• Must be capable of maintaining regular attendance
• Must be dependable and able to work with minimal supervision
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English
• Must be capable of performing the ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS and PHYSICAL AND SENSORS REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL JOB FUNCTIONS as outlined below.

Qualifications

• Maintains confidentiality of all patient and/or employee information to assure patient and/or employee rights are protected.
• Safety and safe work practices, established fire/safety/disaster plans, risk management, and security, report and/or correct unsafe working conditions, equipment repair and maintenance needs.
• Compliance with all regulatory requirements
• Compliance with current law and policy to provide a work environment free from harassment, and all illegal and discriminatory behavior.
• Supports and participates in common teamwork: Cooperate and work together with all co-workers; plan and complete job duties with minimal supervisory direction, including appropriate judgment.
• Uses tactful, appropriate communications in sensitive and emotional situations.
• Follows up as appropriate with supervisor, co-workers or residents regarding reported complaints, problems, and concerns.
• Promotes positive public relations with residents and family members.
• Completes requirements for in-service training, acceptable attendance, uniform and dress codes including personal hygiene, and other work duties as assigned.
• Provides great customer service to internal and external customers: Promote positive public relations with residents, family members, and guests.
• Supports Senior Care Pharmacy in a friendly, courteous, and cooperative manner.
• Complies with all company policies and procedures regarding HIPAA Privacy and Security.

Skills

• Confidentiality of all patient and/or employee information
• Safety and safe work practices
• Compliance with all regulatory requirements
• Compliance with current law and policy
• Supports and participates in common teamwork
• Uses tactful, appropriate communications in sensitive and emotional situations
• Follows up as appropriate with supervisor, co-workers or residents regarding reported complaints, problems, and concerns
• Promotes positive public relations with residents and family members
• Completes requirements for in-service training, acceptable attendance, uniform and dress codes including personal hygiene, and other work duties as assigned
• Provides great customer service to internal and external customers
• Supports Senior Care Pharmacy in a friendly, courteous, and cooperative manner
• Complies with all company policies and procedures regarding HIPAA Privacy and Security

Benefits

Standard Requirements

Pay

Not specified

Schedule

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