Outpatient Pharmacy Technician
Company: Mid Michigan Health
Location: Midland
Posted on: September 1, 2024
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Job Description:
Summary
The Retail Pharmacy Technician is an entry level position.
Following a training period of approximately 3-4 weeks, the
Technician should be able to decipher and enter orders on the
computer, charge, fill orders, answer phones and doors, file, and
stock the department. Delivery of emergency room prescriptions to
patients as part of the meds to beds programs. Requires
professional judgment and problem-solving skills.
Responsibilities
(35%)* Fills and prepares prescriptions for final verification by
pharmacist. Gathers insurance information and works with doctor's
offices, nurses, and case workers to coordinate medication
needs.
(35%)* Enters prescriptions into the computer in an accurate and
timely manner from in-person, fax, electronic, and telephone
sources.
(30%)* Pull medications, order medications, and restock the
department. This will require conducting frequent and accurate
inventory counts and making purchasing decisions on medications
based upon par levels and anticipate future needs. Purchase
medications utilizing the appropriate software programs and
methods. Ensure that all supplies (labels, bottles, etc.) are
adequately stocked to meet patient discharge needs.
Certifications and Licensures
Education: High School Diploma or GED
Other Information
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Reconciles purchase orders with accounting software to accurately
track department cost.
Packages and prepares prescriptions for shipping to consumer.
Assists retail consumers at outpatient window with drop-off/pick-up
functions including non-cash purchases via cash register.
Files orders and answers phone.
Qualified to receive prescriptions by phone directly from
physicians or nurses.
Create labels using the computer in an accurate and timely
manner.
Order supplies using appropriate system (Infor/Lawson, Staples
etc.)
Answer questions from nursing, case management, a physicians
regarding co-payment & prescription costs for patients.
Processes prior authorizations in a timely manner.
Work with case management to assist patients without prescription
insurance coverage. This includes running discharge prescriptions
for the cash price, using A/R accounts, etc.
Receive drug deliveries from wholesaler.
Conduct accurate inventory counts and document all controlled
substance dispenses in the controlled substance log books.
Remove and return recalled drugs from physical inventory when
appropriate.
Perform other duties pertinent to position as requested by
supervising pharmacist or pharmacy manager.
Equivalent Experience and Other Comments (Education)
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND SKILLS:
Computer experience required.
Good math skills (pass a standard test), good organizational
skills, a team player and ability to work under high pressure and
time constraints are all required.
Interpersonal skills needed to communicate successfully with
individuals and groups and interact with people at all levels to
communicate ideas and concepts in a clear and understandable
manner.
MyMichigan Health is a technology driven organization and employees
need to demonstrate competency in Microsoft Windows. An employee
may be required to participate in further learning opportunities
offered by MyMichigan Health.
Medical Terminology knowledge preferred. Hospital or Retail
Pharmacy experience preferred.
Other Comments
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
Exposure to stressful situations, including those involving public
contact, as well as, trauma, grief and death.
Able to wear personal protective equipment that includes latex
materials or appropriate substitute if required for your
position.
Is able to move freely about facility with or without an assisted
device and must be able to perform the functions of the job as
outlined in the job description.
Overall vision and hearing is necessary with or without assisted
device(s).
Frequently required to sit/stand/walk for long periods of time. May
require frequent postural changes such as stooping, kneeling or
crouching.
Some exposure to blood borne pathogens and other potentially
infectious material. Must follow MyMichigan Health bloodborne
pathogen and TB testing as required.
Ability to handle multiple tasks, get along with others, work
independently, regular and predictable attendance and ability to
stay awake.
Overall dexterity is required including handling, reaching,
grasping, fingering and feeling. May require repetition of these
movements on a regular to frequent basis.
Physical Demand Level: Light. Must be able to occasionally (0?33%
of the workday) lift or carry 11?20 lbs., frequently (34?66% of the
workday) 10 lbs. and or Walk/Stand/Push/Pull of Arm/Leg controls.
Associated topics: clean room, medical technologist, meter reader,
operator, service support, tech, technical, technician, technician
laboratory, technician staff
Keywords: Mid Michigan Health, Midland , Outpatient Pharmacy Technician, Healthcare , Midland, Michigan
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