Pharmacy Technician I, On Call, Gaithersburg

Greets members at front desk, enters information about prescriptions into computer system, receives payment from members, and prepares medications for approval by pharmacist.

• Greets members at counter or over the telephone, verifies members eligibility status, and receives prescriptions from members for pharmaceuticals.


• Enters prescription information into computer system and prints labels for use by pharmacist.


• Receives payment according to terms of members plan.


• Selects requested drugs from Baker cell dispenser or counts drugs from pharmacy shelf.


• Attaches labels to container for review by pharmacist.


• Reconstitutes medications by mixing with fluids.


• Calls members to pick-up completed prescription.


• Receives payment for over-the-counter medications and medical supplies selected by members.


• Answers routine inquiries from members regarding health plan drug coverage, prices, and related issues.


• Identifies situations when patient should speak with pharmacist regarding use of drugs and asks pharmacist to speak to member.


• Performs other related duties as directed.

Qualifications:

• N/A

• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.
• If Technician is not licensed prior to hire, must complete KPMAS Technician Training Program within 6 months.

• Pharmacist Intern License (Maryland) OR Pharmacy Technician License (Maryland) within 6 months of hire

• Knowledge of medical terminology, pharmacy nomenclature and calculations.
• Proficiency in the use of applicable computer software.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Note that qualified technicians who meet critieria for the Tech II job position will be paid according to the Tech II pay scale.

• Minimum one (1) year of experience in pharmacy preferred.