What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pharmacy Technician II (Greer) position at New Horizon Family Health Services?
NEW HORIZON FAMILY HEALTH SERVICES
POSITION DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: Pharmacy Technician II
DEPARTMENT: Pharmacy
SUPERVISOR: Lead Pharmacist
STATUS: Non-Exempt
**IMPORTANT NOTE**
THIS DOCUMENT DOES NOT CREATE AN EXPRESS OR IMPLIED CONTRACT OF EMPLOYMENT
JOB SUMMARY
Under the direct supervision of New Horizon Family Health Services Lead Pharmacist, the Pharmacy Technician shall assist the Pharmacist in performing all routine tasks and in managing and coordinating all aspects of the Pharmacy Department in accordance with established policies and procedures set forth by the Corporation and within the constraints as stated by the State Board of Pharmacy Act.
DUTIES PERFORMED
- Assist patients who are dropping off or picking up prescription orders
- Create a profile of the patient’s demographic and insurance information in the computer or update the patient’s profile
- Assist the pharmacist in providing effective, appropriate, and safe pharmacy service
- Assist the pharmacist in preparing prescriptions; select drug or device, place meds in suitable container, appropriately label Rx container.
- Accept written or electronic prescriptions
- Receive and initiate verbal telephone orders
- Conduct prescription transfers
- Receive verbal request from patients for available refills
- Perform initial interpretation of licensed practitioner prescription orders
- At point of sale, verify that customer receives correct prescription(s)
- Check in wholesale orders, place merchandise of shelves and verify all associated paperwork
- Screen telephone calls for the pharmacist
- Check for drug outdates; pull from shelf, adjust inventory; process return paperwork
- Stock automatic dispensers (if applicable to location)
- Return Rxs to stock according to pharmacy procedure
- Communicate with prescribers and their agents to obtain refill authorization
- Maintain knowledge of loss prevention techniques
- Maintain orderly workflow for pharmacy staff
- Maintain accurate cash register sales and records
- Enter prescription orders into the computer
- Communicate with insurance carriers to obtain payment for prescription claims
- Assist the pharmacist with filling and labeling prescriptions
- Prepare and maintain the pharmacy inventory
- Compound oral solutions, ointments and creams
- Maintain an awareness of developments in the community and pharmaceutical fields that relate to job responsibilities and integrate them into own practice
- Assist in training new pharmacy employees
- Assist other pharmacy technicians
- Participate in CQI, other internal committees, special projects/observances or activities that promote improvements in organizational performance and/or advance the mission, goals and objectives of New Horizon Family Health Services.
- Must hold all patient Protected Health Information (PHI) other patient personal information and agency information in confidence, in accordance with the Employee Confidentiality Statement.
- Actively participate in and comply with all aspects of the NHFHS Corporate Compliance Program, follow the Program Code of Conduct and obey all relevant laws, statutes, regulations and requirements applicable to Medicaid, Medicare and other State and Federal health care programs.
New Horizon Family Health Services, Inc. reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. THIS DOCUMENT DOES NOT CREATE AN EXPRESS OR IMPLIED CONTRACT OF EMPLOYMENT.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- Must have successfully completed High School or GED equivalent.
- Must have successfully completed a pharmacy technician training program accredited by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) per SC Board of Pharmacy regulations
Requirements
- Must have State Certified Pharmacy Technician registration in good standing with the SC Board of Pharmacy
- Must have a current National Pharmacy Technician Board Certification (PTCB or ExCPT)
Experience
- Minimum 3 years pharmacy technician experience preferred.
Skills
- Must be able to follow detailed verbal and written instructions.
- Must be able to establish and maintain legible pharmacy records.
- Must be able to gain the confidence and cooperation of patients and to work effectively with them and have the ability to respect confidentiality of patient data.
- Must be capable of establishing and maintaining effective/productive working relationships with supervisor(s) and co-workers.
- Must have computer skills
- Understanding of medical terminology and calculations
- Knowledge of medication brand and generic names
- Knowledge of pharmaceutical insurance and third party payment systems
Characteristics
- Courteous, professional attitude
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to work in teams
- Attention to detail
Benefits:
New Horizon Family Health Services offers a robust and comprehensive benefit package to full time employees. These choices/options include:
- Vacation plus holidays and sick leave
Optional Benefits which include:
- Medical (PEBA State Health Plan), Dental and Vision benefits
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability
- Optional contribution to a 403 (b) Retirement Plan, with up to 4% employer match after the first year of employment
- Continuing education courses through SC AHEC
Mission:
Our Mission is to provide quality, affordable, compassionate patient-centered health care to improve the health of the communities we serve. Our Vision is that our community will be one of the healthiest in the Nation. Superior patient care is the hallmark of NHFHS.
Community:
Greenville, South Carolina is the perfect place to live, work, and play. Greenville is surrounded by mountains, lakes, hiking & biking trails, as well as recreational activities including golf, tennis, water sports, cultural performances and more. Geographically located between Atlanta, GA and Charlotte, NC, with beaches just 3.5 to 4 hours away.
We are an Equal Opportunity employer.
