Pharmacy Technician

Responsibilities

• Answers telephone for pharmacy department
• Affords assistance in notifying physician for any order changes or order expirations
• Ensures proper identification of consumer profile and medication for correct dispensation
• Removes outdated medications
• Accepts and posts stock medication from Amerisource Bergen
• Reviews and signs each invoice to confirm correct medication received
• Collaborates with medical staff to obtain consumer prescription history
• Conducts consultations with other staff members regarding consumer medication
• Maintains adequate supply of medications in the Pharmacy and Pyxis MedStations
• Assists in inventory control and counts inventory
• Maintains required pharmacy reports and prescription files
• Fulfills all policies and procedures set forth by the Alabama Board of Pharmacy
• Maintains medical, prescription, and supply stock
• Collects dispensing fees or arranges for payment
• Distributes medication after collecting proper receipts
• Affords assistance in preparing lists and labeling for group homes and outreach clinics
• Accepts medication requests and refill requests from consumers
• Affords assistance in applying for Patient Assistance Programs
• Affords assistance in printing labels and filling of medications

Qualifications

• Certified Pharmacy Technician with High School Diploma or Equivalent