What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pharmacy Tech Outpatient_SJB position at Intermountain Health?
Job Description:
This incumbent demonstrates consistent application of knowledge and skills in assisting the pharmacist in the execution of appropriate, safe, efficacious, efficient, and cost-effective pharmaceutical care. The incumbent participates in many procedural aspects of pharmacy practice under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist or technician supervisor and is an integral part of the pharmacy team.
We would interview for a clerk for this position and consider training for the right applicant!
Schedule
This will be a day time shift. Mon-Fri 8:00am to 6:30pm. No nights or weekends. There will also be a set day off during the week, so the work week will be 4-10 hour shifts.
This role is a customer service role. We take great pride in taking care of our patients. Going above and beyond to help our patients is an important part of this position. Being a team player is also very important.
Scope
As an Outpatient Pharmacy Tech you need to know how to:
Assist with all phases of pharmacy services. Work with patients, providers, and insurance companies to obtain prior authorizations. Answer phones and notes from physicians in a timely manner. Accurately read, interpret and enter prescriptions in a timely manner. Route questionable prescriptions to the pharmacist for completion. Make outbound calls / fax the physicians for prescription clarification, substitutions and formulary changes as needed.
Prepare medication orders and deliver prescriptions according to established policies, procedures, and protocols. Accurately type, bill and prepare prescriptions to extent allowed by state and federal rules and regulations. Perform basic calculations to determine doses and correct day supplies to be billed to third party insurance companies. Perform necessary calculations to accurately prepare a compounded prescription.
Evaluate and process approval of prior authorization pharmacy requests from prescribers received by telephone and/or fax using client clinical criteria. Communicate pharmacist's guidance on appropriateness of medication to physicians, physician's office staff, and medical management staff. Research, resolve and document prior authorization outcomes in pharmacy system. Communicate selected prior authorization criteria, pharmacy benefit coverage and formulary alternatives to physicians, physician's office staff, medical management staff and/or pharmacists. Escalate requests to Pharmacist when request requires extensive clinical review or denial. Research, resolve and document physician or client inquiries and grievances and provides verbal or written results to client, prescriber, provider and/or management.
Handle cash, credit, and check transactions accurately. Reconcile cash drawers and prepare deposits.
File prescriptions hardcopies, reports, and other pharmacy records. Provide information to associates regarding available pharmacy benefits and services. Complete inventory duties as scheduled, including outdates and overstock returns to wholesaler. Place orders for pharmacy inventory and supplies. Maintain cleanliness of pharmacy work areas and work to ensure a clutter-free work environment.
Participate in quality and patient safety initiatives. Identify potential areas for improvement including processes that could be streamlined or revised to improve patient satisfaction. Identify potential safety hazards that may create problems for patients and/or staff, and take appropriate actions. Participate in departmental meetings, contributing ideas or feedback.
Minimum Qualifications
:
High School Diploma or equivalent, required- Technician training, preferred- Current Pharmacy Technician certification (CPhT), preferred- At least two (2) years of work experience as a pharmacy technician, preferred- Previous retail pharmacy experience, preferred
Physical Requirements:
Physical RequirementsCarrying, hearing/listening, lifting, manual dexterity, pulling/pushing, seeing.
Anticipated job posting close date:
08/04/2024
Location:
St James Hospital
Work City:
Butte
Work State:
Montana
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.
$16.24 - $24.88
We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.
Learn more about our comprehensive benefits packages for our Idaho, Nevada, and Utah based caregivers, and for our Colorado, Montana, and Kansas based caregivers; and our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
This incumbent demonstrates consistent application of knowledge and skills in assisting the pharmacist in the execution of appropriate, safe, efficacious, efficient, and cost-effective pharmaceutical care. The incumbent participates in many procedural aspects of pharmacy practice under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist or technician supervisor and is an integral part of the pharmacy team.
We would interview for a clerk for this position and consider training for the right applicant!
Schedule
This will be a day time shift. Mon-Fri 8:00am to 6:30pm. No nights or weekends. There will also be a set day off during the week, so the work week will be 4-10 hour shifts.
This role is a customer service role. We take great pride in taking care of our patients. Going above and beyond to help our patients is an important part of this position. Being a team player is also very important.
Scope
As an Outpatient Pharmacy Tech you need to know how to:
Assist with all phases of pharmacy services. Work with patients, providers, and insurance companies to obtain prior authorizations. Answer phones and notes from physicians in a timely manner. Accurately read, interpret and enter prescriptions in a timely manner. Route questionable prescriptions to the pharmacist for completion. Make outbound calls / fax the physicians for prescription clarification, substitutions and formulary changes as needed.
Prepare medication orders and deliver prescriptions according to established policies, procedures, and protocols. Accurately type, bill and prepare prescriptions to extent allowed by state and federal rules and regulations. Perform basic calculations to determine doses and correct day supplies to be billed to third party insurance companies. Perform necessary calculations to accurately prepare a compounded prescription.
Evaluate and process approval of prior authorization pharmacy requests from prescribers received by telephone and/or fax using client clinical criteria. Communicate pharmacist's guidance on appropriateness of medication to physicians, physician's office staff, and medical management staff. Research, resolve and document prior authorization outcomes in pharmacy system. Communicate selected prior authorization criteria, pharmacy benefit coverage and formulary alternatives to physicians, physician's office staff, medical management staff and/or pharmacists. Escalate requests to Pharmacist when request requires extensive clinical review or denial. Research, resolve and document physician or client inquiries and grievances and provides verbal or written results to client, prescriber, provider and/or management.
Handle cash, credit, and check transactions accurately. Reconcile cash drawers and prepare deposits.
File prescriptions hardcopies, reports, and other pharmacy records. Provide information to associates regarding available pharmacy benefits and services. Complete inventory duties as scheduled, including outdates and overstock returns to wholesaler. Place orders for pharmacy inventory and supplies. Maintain cleanliness of pharmacy work areas and work to ensure a clutter-free work environment.
Participate in quality and patient safety initiatives. Identify potential areas for improvement including processes that could be streamlined or revised to improve patient satisfaction. Identify potential safety hazards that may create problems for patients and/or staff, and take appropriate actions. Participate in departmental meetings, contributing ideas or feedback.
Minimum Qualifications
:
High School Diploma or equivalent, required- Technician training, preferred- Current Pharmacy Technician certification (CPhT), preferred- At least two (2) years of work experience as a pharmacy technician, preferred- Previous retail pharmacy experience, preferred
Physical Requirements:
Physical RequirementsCarrying, hearing/listening, lifting, manual dexterity, pulling/pushing, seeing.
Anticipated job posting close date:
08/04/2024
Location:
St James Hospital
Work City:
Butte
Work State:
Montana
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.
$16.24 - $24.88
We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.
Learn more about our comprehensive benefits packages for our Idaho, Nevada, and Utah based caregivers, and for our Colorado, Montana, and Kansas based caregivers; and our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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