What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pharmacy Technician position at ChenMed?

ChenMed is seeking a Pharmacy Technician for a job in Colonial Heights, Virginia.

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty : Pharmacy Technician
Discipline : Allied Health Professional
Duration : Ongoing
Employment Type : Staff

Salary will be competitive and based on equitable consideration of qualifications and experience.

We’re unique. You should be, too.

We’re changing lives every day. For both our patients and our team members. Are you innovative and entrepreneurial minded? Is your work ethic and ambition off the charts? Do you inspire others with your kindness and joy?

We’re different than most primary care providers. We’re rapidly expanding and we need great people to join our team.

The Pharmacy Technician is responsible for assisting with the practice of pharmacy in accordance with state and federal regulations. The incumbent is responsible for using pharmacy systems to obtain patient and drug information and process prescriptions. Duties and responsibilities include assisting and coaching pharmacy technicians in the operation of the pharmacy systems and ensures compliance to the company’s policies and procedures. Employees model and deliver the highest level of quality healthcare while working directly with patients and their families, doctors and other medical personnel. Supervision is received from the Pharmacist who reviews work for attainment of desired objectives and conformity with departmental policies and procedures through conferences, personal inspections and review of report.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Reviews and complies with the Pharmacy Technician Code of Conduct.

Helps healthcare providers and patients by greeting them in person or by phone; answering questions and request; referring inquiries to the Pharmacist that require their attention.

Maintains pharmacy inventory by checking pharmaceutical stock to determine inventory level : anticipating needed medications and supplies; placing and expediting orders; verifying receipt; removing outdated drugs.

Maintains knowledge of asset protection techniques, creates claims for order errors and damaged goods.

Maintains a safe and clean pharmacy by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.

Performs duties assigned by the Pharmacist such as utilizing pharmacy systems to enter patient and drug information, ensuring information is entered correctly, filling prescriptions by retrieving, counting, pouring pharmaceutical drugs, verifying medicine is correct and checking for possible interactions.

Reports, immediately, prescription error to the Pharmacist and adheres to company policies and procedures in regard to pharmacy errors and quality improvement.

Follows all applicable government regulations including HIPAA, Medicare and Co-pay requirements.

Engages patients by offering assistance, resolving issues and answering questions to ensure a positive patient experience.

Responsible and accountable for registering all related sales on assigned cash register, collects and handles cash as required.

Directs and assists team members as needed to maintain workflow and meet / complete deadlines as assigned by the Pharmacy Manager or Pharmacist on duty.

Processes claims for 3rd party reimbursement efficiently and correctly to third-party insurance providers to obtain payment.

Earns and maintains certification and licensure as required per state regulations. Attends training and completes as requested by the Pharmacy Manager and acquires continuing education credits.

Maintains knowledge and skill in healthcare and pharmacy.

Performs other duties as assigned and modified at manager’s discretion.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

Knowledge of ChenMed products, services, standards, policies and procedures

Knowledge of pharmacy law and medical terminology

Strong interpersonal skill and well-developed verbal and written communication skills

Good math and analytical skills

Ability to multitask, work independently, meet deadlines and be flexible

Excellent organization skills and detailed oriented

Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook

Spoken and written fluency in English

This position may require travel nationwide for training and support purposes as needed

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE CRITERIA :

High School or equivalent; experience can substitute for education on a year for year basis above the minimum required

Board of Pharmacy technician registration; maintain current licensure and certification for state

Minimum one (1) year of experience in a pharmacy setting to include pharmacy / medical data entry experience

We’re ChenMed and we’re transforming healthcare for seniors and changing America’s healthcare for the better. Family-owned and physician-led, our unique approach allows us to improve the health and well-being of the populations we serve. We’re growing rapidly as we seek to rescue more and more seniors from inadequate health care.

ChenMed is changing lives for the people we serve and the people we hire. With great compensation, comprehensive benefits, career development and advancement opportunities and so much more, our employees enjoy great work-life balance and opportunities to grow. Join our team who make a difference in people’s lives every single day.

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ChenMed Job ID #R0041745. Posted job title : Pharmacy Technician

About ChenMed

At ChenMed, we’re shaping the future of value-based care. Our patient-centered, preventive care approach is aimed at improving health outcomes for seniors.

We serve our communities in over 100 medical centers across 12 states and prioritize our team members with competitive compensation and benefits and with our purpose-driven culture. Working at ChenMed is more than just your next opportunity, you will feel rewarded from day one as your contribution will truly make an impact in both the health and lives of seniors .

Benefits

Employee assistance programs

Medical benefits

Holiday Pay

Dental benefits

Benefits start day 1

Life insurance

Guaranteed Hours

Sick pay

Vision benefits

401k retirement plan

Wellness and fitness programs

Mileage reimbursement

Discount program

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