Pharmacy Technician

Job Type

Full-time

Description

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Pharmacy Technician

The Pharmacy Technician will perform many pharmacy-related functions under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist and perform administrative functions of the department that do not require professional judgment or extensive technical training. Responsible for assisting the pharmacist. Fills and dispenses prescriptions, answers phones/e-mails/messages, and stocks shelves.

Job Duties:

• Receive and fill prescription requests.
• Verify information on written prescription and refill requests and Brightree delivery ticket is complete and accurate.
• Communicate and educate other team members.
• Answer phones, e-mails and other forms of communication and provide customer service.
• Maintain proper storage and security conditions for medications.
• Document refrigerator, freezer and room temperature twice daily.
• Document humidity of pharmacy twice daily
• Establish and maintain patient profiles, including allergies, diagnosis, and lists of medications taken by individual patients.
• Refer any questions regarding prescriptions, drug information, or health matters to a pharmacist.
• Explain insurance coverage and pricing to patients/caregivers.
• Contact patients for a refill, create refill note in Brightree, and generate Brightree delivery ticket when needed.
• File prescriptions that have been filled.
• Order and maintain perpetual inventory of current lot number of medications supplies and enter inventory data into computer.
• Update expiration dates in computer software daily.
• Order prescription medications, labels, and supplies to maintain adequate inventory.
• Receive and store incoming supplies, verify quantities against invoices, check for outdated medications in current inventory, and inform supervisors of stock needs and shortages.
• Complete inventory counts before lunch and before pickup in the afternoon.
• Problem solves inventory count issues.
• Keep workspace and common pharmacy areas clean.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and function within the guidelines of HIPAA.
• Completes assigned compliance training and other educational programs as required.
• Maintains compliance with AdaptHealth's Compliance Program.
• Must work well with others in a team environment.
• Positive and professional attitude and willingness to continue to learn and adapt to the continual changes in healthcare.
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Competency, Skills and Abilities:

• Read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents
• Write routine reports and correspondence
• Respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
• Mental alertness and the ability to properly treat confidential information
• Strong verbal and written communication
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite - Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Organized and Detail oriented

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Mental alertness and ability to analyze large amounts of data and report in a clear and concise manner
• Must be able to bend, stoop, stretch, stand, and sit for extended periods.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions of wrists, hands and/or fingers due to extensive computer use.
• The work environment may be stressful at times, as overall office activities and work levels fluctuate.
• Subject to long periods of sitting and exposure to computer screen.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds as needed.
• Excellent ability to communicate both verbally and in writing

Requirements

Minimum Job Qualifications:

• High school diploma is required
• Three (3) years of prior Pharmacy experience is preferred
• Valid and unrestricted Pharmacy Technician certification is preferred in the state(s) of practice
• Registered with the applicable Board of Pharmacy and in good standing (can be registered upon hire)
• Valid and unrestricted driver's license

AdaptHealth is an equal opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of an individual's race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law. This policy applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, compensation, promotion, discipline, and termination.