Pharmacy Technician

About the role

Under the direct supervision of the pharmacist on duty, this position is responsible for timely and accurate interpretation and processing of prescriptions presented by patients; assures the pharmacy supplies are stocked; maintains organization and cleanliness of workstation; maintain confidentiality pertaining to PHI (Patient Health Information) by following HIPPA guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Obtaining information to help fill prescriptions.
• Counting medications and measuring out amounts to ensure customers get exactly what has been prescribed by their doctors.
• Mix and prepare medications.
• Package prescriptions for customers, ensuring they are labeled correctly with dosage information.
• Process retail transactions and handle money.
• Process insurance claims as part of filling a prescription.
• Understand and maintain patient confidentiality.
• Perform accurate cash management/transaction procedures or refer customers appropriately.
• Participate in pharmacy QI initiative.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be able to sit, stand and walk for long periods of time.
• Able to read and understand the English language.
• Able to effectively maintain confidentiality of records and communicate with all levels of personnel.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with providers, management staff, and external customers.
• Must be able to work with multiple changing priorities.
• Requires excellent organizational, problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Must be able to interact with individuals of all cultures and levels of authority.
• Must be able to function as part of a team.
• Excellent attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Experience: At least one year of retail pharmacy experience.
• Education: High School Diploma or GED certificate required
• Certification(s): National Certification preferred from Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB); Pharmacy technician registration with North Carolina Board of Pharmacy (NCBOP)

Skills

• Proficient use of Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Familiarity with pharmacy software programs necessary to execute daily tasks (preferred).
• Prior FQHC or public health experience (preferred).