What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Pharmacy Technician - Order Entry position at Network HealthCare?
CERTIFIED PHARMACY TECHNICIAN – ORDER ENTRY
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Order Entry Technician is responsible for entering prescriptions and refills into the pharmacy system with both speed and accuracy. Technicians must be responsive and courteous when addressing/interacting with centers/health care providers. Successful Technicians are dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of the position; understanding provider information and using it to improve products and services we deliver; establishing and maintaining effective relationship with co-workers and health care provider; thus, gaining their trust and respect.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Enter new and refill prescriptions into the pharmacy system
- Work with pharmacy technicians and pharmacists to expedite orders
- Work in collaboration with the Order Entry Team Leader to meet department goals and objectives
- Comply with department policies regarding safety, attendance, and dress code
- Follow all applicable government regulations, including HIPPA
- Ensure safety policy and procedures are consistently adhered to and practiced
- Comply with all applicable state and federal regulations related to pharmacy practices
· Provide excellent customer service when communicating to the centers by phone, Microsoft Teams, or fax.
- Participate in quarterly inventory.
- Other duties as assigned; Job duties may vary depending on business needs
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that should be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:
- This is a sedentary position which may require sitting at computer up to seven (7) hours per day
- 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/certifications required by state regulations and state of practice in good standing
- Minimum of one (1) year working as a pharmacy technician in retail, hospital or long-term care pharmacy facility
- Knowledge of brand name/generic medications
- Experience with alpha-numeric data entry
- Must have a basic understanding of medical terminology with ability to interpret prescriptions and doctors’ orders
- Math and analytical skills
- Knowledge of SIG codes
- Experience with document imaging
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook required
- Able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
- Able to work at a moderate speed
- Able to work during inclement weather
- Reliable
- Problem solver
- Good organization/Attention to detail
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Experience:
- Pharmacy technician experience: 1 year (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person