What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Pharmacy Technician/Front Fill position at National HealthCare Corporation?
CERTIFIED PHARMACY TECH – FRONT FILL
- Pull/pick medications from shelving and other medication storage areas (prepack racks)
- Accuracy check of final preparation prior to presenting to pharmacist
- Fill daily drug orders accurately and efficiently and in a timely and prioritized manner, under the supervision of a pharmacist
- Assist in processing returned drugs and recycle/dispose per procedure
- Assist in pre-packing frequently ordered medications; label and stock as needed during low volume times
- Follow all applicable government regulations, including HIPAA
- Maintain clean/organized workstation areas and replenish all stock supplies needed each shift
- Alert pharmacist on duty of any medication/product that is not scanning properly
- Comply with departmental policies regarding safety, attendance, and dress code
- Prepare prescription delivery
- Put up order from Wholesaler
- Minimal non-sterile compounding
- Participate in quarterly inventory
- Other duties as assigned; Job duties may vary depending on business needs
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- May stand up to seven (7) hours per day
- The employee is occasionally required to reach, stoop, kneel, bend, crouch, or walk intermittently
- May be necessary to work extended hours as needed
- May lift and/or move up to 10 pounds
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this role
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School diploma or equivalent required
- Pharmacy technician licenses required by state regulations and state of practice in good standing
- PTCB or ExCPT certification
- Previous work experience in a pharmacy setting preferably long-term care
- Able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
- Able to work at a moderate speed
- Able to work during inclement weather
- Reliable
- Good organization/Attention to detail
- Analytical/Problem solver
- Able to physically perform light lifting
About National HealthCare Corporation:
National HealthCare Corporation (NHC) has been providing the best in senior care for 52 years. At NHC, we believe that care should respect the individual, promote recovery, well being and independence. We believe in celebrating life every day with our patients and residents. NHC currently operates for themselves and third parties 75 skilled nursing facilities with 9,447 beds. NHC affiliates also operate 24 assisted living communities with 1,210 units, five independent living communities with 475 units, three behavioral health hospitals, 35 homecare agencies, and 29 hospice agencies. NHC’s other services include Alzheimer’s and memory care units, pharmacy services, a rehabilitation services company, and providing management and accounting services to third party post-acute operators. NHC is recognized nationwide as an innovator in the delivery of quality senior care. Our founder, Dr. Carl Adams had a vision in 1971 to provide higher quality healthcare services for seniors. His dream was to create a campus concept that offered in-house services for residents as they age with different needs much like the continuing care retirement community of today. Decades of pursuing a better way led NHC to our greater commitment toward patient and resident satisfaction with the adoption of our 20 promises. Our Better Way 20 promises mark the continuous commitment to our customers to deliver compassionate care and excellent service.
