Pharmacy Technician

Job Summary:

The Pharmacy Technician position is responsible for supporting and assisting the operation of the pharmacy department. This position is expected to perform additional job related responsibilities and duties throughout the facility as assigned and/or as necessary and will assist the pharmacist in inventory control of pharmacy stock, do routine clerical duties, (i.e. type memos etc.) bookkeeping duties as required, and other duties relating to the pharmacy.

Job Duties:

An individual must be able to perform successfully the essential function of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Ensures that patient data and information is accurate when entering prescription data into pharmacy software by reading the prescription; translating prescription information into corresponding system codes; transcribing appropriate prescription data; and creating or modifying patient records
• Supports work of the area by filling prescriptions by retrieving prescription orders; counting, pouring, measuring or weighing medication tablets, liquids and creams; mixing or reconstituting medications as needed , selecting, filling and labeling prescriptions containers; and operating scanning equipment, and/or operating dispensing systems to ensure prescription accuracy.
• Ensures effective customer service by monitoring and resolving problems in the prescription fulfillment process by processing information for third party insurance claims; rescanning illegible images; alerting patients to inventory that is out of stock, partial fills, and the need for providers' authorizations on refills; and identifying situations requiring pharmacist's actions and resolution.
• Supports the work of the area by processing customer purchases by operating cash registers and related hardware; approving monetary transactions; and using appropriate procedures for different