PHARMACY TECHNICIAN - FULL TIME

Description

Essential Functions

• Assists pharmacists with prescription processing by entering necessary patient, prescription and insurance information into computer. Consults pharmacist on any matter where there is uncertainty or lack of knowledge.
• Aids Pharmacy Clerk in performance of duties by helping check in orders, placing merchandise in proper location, assisting Clerk at counter as needed, and providing back-up coverage for Clerk.
• Works with outside vendors to maintain inventory of items available for resale and ensures proper payment of invoices.
• Receives refill request from patients by phone and contacts prescriber electronically or by phone for refill authorizations.
• Performs various support activities, including helping keep pharmacy neat and orderly; keeping vial and oval bins filled; orders supplies as needed; mails items to patients; calls Mailroom when items need to be delivered; and enters items into computer for OTC and Rx nightly orders.
• Aids Coordinator in the timely receiving and posting of third-party payments and charge accounts; follows up on past due billings and keeps files up to date and in order.
• Helps in end of month procedures and reports to be submitted to accounting department.

Requirements

Required Education and Experience: High school diploma or GED. Completion of a Pharmacy Tech program. Pharmacy certification is required. 2 years’ experience required. Must be able to multitask efficiently with good computer skills. Registered as a Pharmacy Tech in the state of Florida. Pharmacy Tech certification as required by the state is preferred.