Pharmacy Technician 1

Responsibilities

• Assists with compounds and dispensing medical prescriptions.
• Receives and stores incoming supplies.
• Verifies stock and enters data into the computer to maintain inventory records.
• Maintains accuracy and timeliness of medication distribution to nursing units.
• Reviews and prepares unit-dose medications for distribution.
• Compounds medications and ensures they are correctly labeled and distributed.
• Monitors product expiration dates and maintains accurate records.
• Orders medications as necessary and ensures they are received and stocked.
• Accurately dispenses and returns controlled medications to the Narcotic Vault.
• Performs basic cash register operations in the outpatient pharmacy.
• Enters account payments correctly to update accounts receivable.
• Collections are made and deposits are verified to match daily sales reports.
• Provides assistance on various projects as needed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma.
• Ability to follow directions and analyze problems.
• Strong communication skills, particularly in customer service.
• Attention to detail for accurate medication preparation and care.
• Louisiana/Mississippi Board of Pharmacy Technician Certificate.