What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pharmacy Technician Retail position at St. Charles Health System?
The Pharmacy Technician Retail is under the direct supervision of a pharmacist, assists in providing pharmaceutical care to the patient by preparing, storing, ordering, billing, labeling, and distributing medications in a safe, accurate and timely manner in accordance with Medical Center policies and procedures, and state and federal law. Performs other technical and clerical duties as necessary for the daily operation of the Pharmacy department.
This position does not directly manage any other caregivers.
Essential Functions And Duties
Interpret, and accurately data entry prescription information into the pharmacy computer system.
Bill third party insurance plans accurately. Resolve rejected claims in a timely manner.
Provide excellent customer service in person and on the telephone.
Assist pharmacist in various needed tasks whenever necessary on a daily basis.
Maintains and controls invenory within reasonable guidelines.
Maintains and cleans the equipment necessary to perform duties, reporting any failures or need for repair to immediate supervisor or Pharmacy Manager immediately.
Accurately placing daily order for medications and supplies with wholesaler Communicates potential supply issues to immediate supervisor in a timely manner.
Verifies inventory received against the invoice noting any exceptions and communicating these to immediate supervisor.
Stocks the shelves, rotating stock appropriately.
Makes recommendations for changes to the policies and procedures to the Pharmacy Manager, or other appropriate hospital manager.
Supports the vision, mission and values of the organization in all respects.
Supports Value Improvement Practice (VIP- Lean) principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm, functioning as a champion of change.
Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients and guests.
Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality. Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures, supporting the organization’s corporate integrity efforts by acting in an ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected violation of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all organizational investigations and proceedings.
Delivers customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient and accurate.
May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization, as required or assigned.
Education
Required: High school diploma or GED.
Preferred: N/A
Licensure/Certification/Registration
Required: Registration with the Oregon Board of Pharmacy. National Technician Certification.
Preferred: N/A
Experience
Required: N/A
Preferred: Six months of retail pharmacy experience, or related field with experience in medications, sterile technique experience, and computer skills.
This position does not directly manage any other caregivers.
Essential Functions And Duties
Interpret, and accurately data entry prescription information into the pharmacy computer system.
Bill third party insurance plans accurately. Resolve rejected claims in a timely manner.
Provide excellent customer service in person and on the telephone.
Assist pharmacist in various needed tasks whenever necessary on a daily basis.
Maintains and controls invenory within reasonable guidelines.
Maintains and cleans the equipment necessary to perform duties, reporting any failures or need for repair to immediate supervisor or Pharmacy Manager immediately.
Accurately placing daily order for medications and supplies with wholesaler Communicates potential supply issues to immediate supervisor in a timely manner.
Verifies inventory received against the invoice noting any exceptions and communicating these to immediate supervisor.
Stocks the shelves, rotating stock appropriately.
Makes recommendations for changes to the policies and procedures to the Pharmacy Manager, or other appropriate hospital manager.
Supports the vision, mission and values of the organization in all respects.
Supports Value Improvement Practice (VIP- Lean) principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm, functioning as a champion of change.
Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients and guests.
Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality. Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures, supporting the organization’s corporate integrity efforts by acting in an ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected violation of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all organizational investigations and proceedings.
Delivers customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient and accurate.
May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization, as required or assigned.
Education
Required: High school diploma or GED.
Preferred: N/A
Licensure/Certification/Registration
Required: Registration with the Oregon Board of Pharmacy. National Technician Certification.
Preferred: N/A
Experience
Required: N/A
Preferred: Six months of retail pharmacy experience, or related field with experience in medications, sterile technique experience, and computer skills.