Pharmacy Data Specialist

MediSystem Pharmacy; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

MediSystem Pharmacy is seeking a Pharmacy Data Technician to input prescriptions into MediSystem Pharmacy's computer system and maintain patient records with accuracy. You will retrieve physician orders, enter prescriptions and refills, create new patient profiles, print labels, and support colleagues and external partners with clear communication; weekend and holiday shifts may be required.

The role emphasizes data integrity, fast navigation through multiple systems, and providing high-quality

Qualifications

• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• Strong communication skills (oral and written).
• Self-motivated with a passion for providing high quality client services and building relationships.
• Strong computer skills with the ability to navigate through a variety of computer systems quickly.
• Accurate and efficient data entry skills and attention to detail (for the entry of prescriptions).
• Preference for: Undergraduate degree with science focus; Pharmacy diploma/certificate; Kroll experience; knowledge of weekly dispensing packaging.

Responsibilities

• Retrieve faxed or electronic physician's orders, prescriptions or requests for prescription refills.
• Enter prescriptions, refills and prescription changes into the patient's record.
• Create new patient profiles and maintain existing patient records on the MediSystem database.
• Prepare prescription label printouts.
• Perform ad hoc tasks as required.
• Commitment to promoting a workplace of inclusiveness and belonging.

Skills

Organization

Time management

Communication

Customer service

Computer skills

Data entry

Attention to detail

Education

Undergraduate degree in science or related field

Pharmacy diploma/certificate

Tools

Kroll

Job description

Why this role is important?

As a Pharmacy Data Technician, you will use your Pharmacy Assistant expertise within the pharmacy industry to specialize in the inputting of prescriptions into MediSystem Pharmacy's pharmacy computer system.

Along with the accurate processing of the patient/resident prescriptions, changes, and refills, you will also be responsible for entering and updating patient/resident electronic records.

You will use your strong communication skills to discuss important information between colleagues and external partners (physicians/nurses located at the long-term care facility), as it relates to the patient/resident prescriptions and their profiles.

What you'll do:

• Retrieve faxed or electronic physician's orders, prescriptions or requests for prescription refills
• Enter prescriptions, refills and prescription changes into the patient's record
• Create new patient profiles and maintain existing patient records on the MediSystem database
• Prepare prescription label printouts
• Perform ad hoc tasks as required
• Commitment to promoting a workplace of inclusiveness and belonging

What you bring:

• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Strong communication skills (both oral and written)
• Self-motivated with a passion for providing high quality client services and building relationships
• Strong computer skills with the ability to navigate through a variety of computer systems quickly
• Accurate and efficient data entry skills and attention to detail (for the entry of prescriptions)
• To help you stand out, any or all of the following are preferred:
• An Undergraduate degree from an accredited university with a focus in the areas of science and/or a
• Pharmacy related diploma/certificate is preferred
• Previous work experience using Kroll is an asset
• Previous work experience / knowledge with weekly dispensing either in multi-dose packaging or compliance packaging is an asset

This role requires employees to be flexible to work a variety of shifts during the business’ hours of operations, which include occasional weekend shifts and statutory holidays.

Employment Type:

Full time

Type of Role:

Regular

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