Pharmacy Tech I Ambulatory Retail

Responsibilities:

• Calculates correctly and accurately amount of medication to be dispensed based on days supply allowed, age, etc. 
• Monitors patient profiles, drug utilization, and insurance carrier messages for medication compliance, age related issues etc. and obtains pharmacist intervention when needed.
• Complies in all activities with accreditation, legal, regulatory, and safety requirements for a specific practice setting. 
• Complies with all third-party insurance plan rules and regulations.
• Where appropriate, the technician assists the Pharmacist in assuring that patient specific parameters including weight and age, etc. are considered in medication preparation.
• Fills orders and prescriptions accurately and courteously.
• Fills medication labels, correctly in a timely fashion.
• Returns medications to appropriate areas as identified by policy or Pharmacist direction.
• Keeps active inventory in work area, appropriately restocks area with returned medications.
• Provides timely communications to Pharmacist for checking, delivery and general activities.
• Plans, maintains, controls inventory levels. 10. Completes billing, credits, in a timely manner. 
• Proficiency on all systems.
• Completes times cards accurately and timely.
• Punctual arrival to work and return from breaks/lunch.
• Provides support for other staff members toward their overall effectiveness.
• Contributes to the achievement of departmental goals.
• Takes responsibility for their own professional development.
• All under the supervision of a Registered Pharmacist. 

Credentials:

• Pharmacy Technician certification (CPhT) (Required)

Education or Equivalent Experience: 

• High school graduate/equivalent required.