What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pharmacy Tech position at HEALTH CARE PARTNERS?
Pharmacy Technician Job Description
Under the direct supervision of the Pharmacist, 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 and extensive technical training.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Prepares prescriptions for dispensing by the pharmacist and fills stock replacements.
- Makes requisitions for drugs and supplies with professional guidance from the pharmacist.
- Orders, receives, and maintains inventory of drugs and chemicals, and ensures their security.
- Helps maintain an orderly, clean environment including cleanliness of pharmacy stock and supplies.
- Enters data into the computer system, recording prescriptions, purchase orders, stock orders, requisitions, and disbursements.
- Under direction of pharmacist, removes unneeded or outdated drugs from stock and prepares for return or disposal.
- Performs general clerical duties for the department.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Ability to enter data into a computer to maintain records.
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or GED certificate.
- Successful completion of a pharmacy technician training course or a minimum of one year of on-the-job training.
- National certification preferred but not required.
- State licensing, as required.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to perform light lifting (up to 15 pounds) and repetitious physical activity.
- Ability to stand for long periods of time