Pharmacy Technician

Pharmacy Technician Entry Level

The Pharmacy Technician supports the pharmacist in maintaining efficient pharmacy operations, customer satisfaction, and regulatory compliance.

Job Responsibilities:

• Basic knowledge of RX 30 pharmacy computer system including:
  • Refills
  • Profiles
  • Workflow
  • Courier Manifests
  • Refill Reports
• Knowledge of register transactions to include:
  • Cash
  • Check
  • Charge
  • House charge
  • Account balances
• General knowledge of current phone system and office machines.
• In-depth knowledge of current HIPPA guidelines.
• General knowledge of acceptable medical abbreviations.
• General knowledge of DME available.
• General knowledge of brand vs. generic drugs.
• Knowledge of information needed to properly complete an intake form.
• Knowledge of auto refill system and website refills.
• Demonstrate proper use and maintenance of pill counting machines.
• Knowledge of 'Promise Time', how this works.
• Knowledge of proper filing of prescription 'hard copies'.
• Knowledge of daily functions to include:
  • Medication sign out
  • Restocking of medication vials and supplies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements:

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• One year Pharmacy Technician experience preferred.
• Pass a FBI/BCI background check.

Skills and Abilities:

• Exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Able to learn mechanical equipment used in this position.
• Talk with healthcare professionals in a professional manner.
• Handle stressful situations professionally.
• Work in a fast-paced environment for extended periods.
• Adapt to change.
• Meet continuing education requirements.

Equipment Operated:

• Pill counting machines
• Computers
• Standard retail machines (POS system, telephones, copy machines, fax machines)

Work Environment:

This position is in a fast-paced, retail pharmacy environment, entailing evening and weekend work.

Involves standing and walking 90% of the time.