PHARMACY TECHNICIAN

Description

Job Purpose: Under general supervision, the Pharmacy Technician will work with physicians and management to provide optimal care and customer service to our patients. Must have at least 5 years of pharmacy tech experience.

JOB FUNCTIONS:

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• •Under the direct supervision of the registered physician, procures, prepares, packages, distributes and disposes medication to assist the organization in providing quality pharmaceutical care for all patients.
• •Responsible for providing pharmaceutical care to all the Georgia Urology offices with efficiency and accuracy by servicing all patients and staff needs.
• •Notifying providers and clinicians of any drug recalls and assist with questions regarding formulary and non-formulary items and which pharmacy their patients can get their prescribed medications from.
• •Works closely with the Advanced Prostate Cancer Team by providing proper documentation on the patient’s medication compliance, medication side effects, and medication reconciliation.
• •Maintains pharmacy inventory by keeping up with par levels, anticipating needs by placing and expediting orders, and verifying receipt.
• •Conducts regular quality assurance inspections for proper dispensing practices, including examining product integrity and checking expiration dates.
• •Maintains competency and follows departmental, OSHA, USP, DEA and EPA guidelines to safely handle, prepare, distribute, and dispose of hazardous and non-hazardous products.
• •Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
• •Maintains accurate records and patient profiles including charging and crediting
• •Processing insurance claims and working closely with the financial specialist to secure GRANTS or copay assistance to patients with prescription balances.
• •Understands and implements appropriate time management and prioritizing of tasks to ensure safe practices by delivering medication to patients and staff in a timely manner.
• •May serve as a resource for less experienced staff, providing technical information and guidance in pharmacy techniques and policies to ensure the delivery of efficient quality service.
• •Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Experience:

• •Previous experience as a Pharmacy Technician for a minimum of 5 years.
• •Georgia Pharmacy license required.
• •Successful completion of an ASHP accredited technician training program or enrollment in a professional-related school preferred
• •Current CPhT certification through PTCB or NHA and active Georgia pharmacy technician license, or current enrollment in an accredited school of pharmacy with a current Georgia pharmacy intern license.
• •Must maintain certification and license through entire length of employment
• •Oncology experience preferred
• •Working knowledge of MS Office and medical software applications.
• •A valid State of Georgia Driver’s License and reliable transportation is required.

Skills & Abilities:

• •Prescription order entry experience required
• •Strong calculations background and knowledgeable of conversion charts
• •Integrity, dependability, and a Team Player
• •Proper telephone etiquette, and excellent customer service skills
• •Critical thinking skills a must
• •Attention to detail and sound judgement
• •Insurance billing and claims processing preferred
• •Self-motivated, task oriented, and good with time management
• •Proven track record of professional and ethical behavior and a commitment to high performance

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Physical Demands: Carrying of objects up to 20 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, close eye work (computers, typing, reading and writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and tasks.

Work Environment: Must be flexible and available to work at different locations.