Pharmacy Technician

POSITION SUMMARY

Assist the pharmacist in providing comprehensive pharmaceutical care by accurately and efficiently processing, recordkeeping, and dispensing of patient prescriptions issued by CDHC providers. In addition to performing traditional pharmacy technician duties, maintain automation equipment, assist with managing and auditing inventory, pharmacy processes and programs. Participate in the development of policies and programs that aim to promote good health, educate our patients about the importance of being compliant with medication therapy, and work toward improving clinical outcomes.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Accurately transfer patient information between electronic health record (EHR) and the pharmacy management system.
• Accurately input patient and prescription information into the pharmacy management system for timely processing, filling, and dispensing patient medication.
• Appropriately answer phone calls and questions; if necessary, transfer phone calls to desired or recommended department.
• Conduct cash and credit card transactions at the register when dispensing patient medication.
• Assist in managing inventory minimum levels for drugs and supplies.
• Properly rotate and stock incoming inventory and supplies.
• Routinely check for outdates, recalls, and abandoned prescriptions and remove from inventory.
• Perform the job duties for which they have received orientation, training, and demonstrated competency.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with policies, procedures, rules and regulations.
• Assure compliance with pharmacy related Federal, State, and corporate regulations and guidelines.
• Work closely with the pharmacist to help accurately process, fill, and coordinate delivery of prescription medication, maintain inventory, and manage daily pharmacy related tasks.
• Other duties as assigned.