What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pharmacy Technician position at BOONE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL INC?
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Description
Boone Memorial Health is looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Pharmacy Technician to join our Retail Pharmacy team. This position offers the opportunity to serve in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment, where you'll provide top-notch pharmacy services to our community. The Pharmacy Technician will work under the supervision of a pharmacist to assist in the preparation and dispensation of medications and provide excellent customer service.
Essential Responsibilities:
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Prepare medication orders for final check by the pharmacist
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Accurately input prescription data and maintain patient profiles, including demographic and allergy information
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Provide prompt and friendly customer service at the counter, drive-thru, and via telephone
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Collaborate with BMH providers and support staff to enhance pharmacy services
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Maintain an organized pharmacy, including regular stock checks and ensuring medications are not expired
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Replenish supplies such as vials, labels, and paper receipts
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Process drug orders using Cardinal Order Express and receive orders into inventory both digitally and physically
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Operate the cash register with accuracy, ensuring HIPAA compliance
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Assist with physical inventory of pharmacy stock
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Maintain pharmacy records and organize them as needed
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Use CPSI to gather demographic and insurance information for patients
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Complete annual Paycom Learning requirements
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Aid housekeeping staff in maintaining the cleanliness and orderliness of the pharmacy
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Help process employee prescriptions as permitted by State Board of Pharmacy regulations
Other Duties:
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Ensure timely and friendly customer interaction by assisting with phone calls, orders, and picking up and delivering prescriptions when needed
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Assist in training new pharmacy staff or interns as directed
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Keep pharmacy publications updated and maintain bulletin boards
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Participate in regular pharmacy staff meetings and educational sessions
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Restock floor stock drugs to designated areas such as ER and Nurses Stations
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Credit patients for returned medications and return relabeled medications to the shelves
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Help with the preparation of controlled substances documentation
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Assist with preventative and corrective maintenance of pharmacy equipment when needed
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Acknowledge hospital employees or visitors at the door in a timely and courteous manner
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Perform any other duties as assigned by supervisor(s)
Required Education & Credentials:
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Must possess a valid, active, unrestricted pharmacy technician license with the WV Board of Pharmacy
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High school diploma or equivalent required
Preferred Qualifications:
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Retail pharmacy experience
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National Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT) preferred
Physical Requirements:
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Ability to perform various motor skills such as hand-eye coordination, sitting or standing for long periods of time, walking, lifting (up to 20 pounds), climbing stairs, reaching, bending, twisting, pushing, pulling, squatting, grasping, and arm-hand coordination on a continuous basis
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Must be able to view and look at computer screens for long periods of time
Other Duties:
This job description is not intended to provide an exhaustive list of all duties. Responsibilities may change at any time based on the needs of the department or organization.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
Boone Memorial Hospital, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all personnel and applicants and prohibits discrimination, harassment, or prejudice based on race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, parental status, political affiliation, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.