Pharmacy Technician
Job Description
Job Description
Description:
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
In-Clinic Rx is a privately owned pharmacist collective offering both independent pharmacy, consulting, and clinical services located inside established medical facilities. The Pharmacy Technician role plays a vital role in supporting pharmacists and healthcare providers in delivering exceptional patient care within a clinical environment. This position is responsible for medication preparation, inventory management, patient assistance, and administrative tasks within a fast-paced clinical setting.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Medication Preparation:
- Prepare and dispense medications accurately and efficiently under the supervision of the pharmacist.
- Compound sterile and not-sterile medications, including intravenous (IV) admixtures and chemotherapy agents, following established protocols and guidelines.
- Perform medication calculations and ensure proper labeling and packaging of medications.
2. Inventory Management:
- Assist in maintaining pharmacy inventory levels by ordering, receiving, and stocking medications and supplies.
- Monitor medication expiration dates and remove expired or recalled medications from inventory.
- Conduct regular inventory audits and reconcile discrepancies as needed.
3. Patient Assistance:
- Assist patients with medication selection, provide information on medication use, and answer medication-related inquiries.
- Process prescription orders, refill requests, and medication prior authorizations accurately and efficiently.
- Collaborate with healthcare providers to resolve medication-related issues and ensure optimal therapy outcomes for patients.
4. Administrative Tasks:
- Maintain accurate patient records and pharmacy documentation in compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Enter prescription orders and patient information into the pharmacy computer system with diligence and accuracy.
- Assist in billing and insurance claims processing, including verifying insurance coverage and obtaining prior authorizations when necessary.
5. Quality Assurance:
- Adhere to pharmacy policies, procedures, and quality standards to ensure safe and effective medication management.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and medication safety programs to enhance patient care and minimize medication errors.
- Report any medication discrepancies, adverse drug reactions, or potential safety concerns to the supervising pharmacist promptly.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
- High school diploma or equivalent required; completion of a pharmacy technician training program preferred.
- Long Term Care Technician experience preferred.
- Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certification or eligibility for certification required.
- Previous experience in a clinical pharmacy setting preferred.
- Strong knowledge of pharmacy laws, regulations, and medication safety practices.
- Excellent communication and people skills.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Ability to use a keyboard to enter and retrieve data.
- Must have good eyesight to view computer monitor and phone.
- Lifting and/or carrying of 5 to 20 lbs.
- Willing to travel <5%
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