Certified Pharmacy Technician

St. John's United; Florida; On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

St. John's United is seeking a Certified Pharmacy Technician to support pharmacists in dispensing medications and handling routine pharmacy operations.

Under direct supervision, you will enter orders, assist with patient inquiries, and ensure accurate labeling, inventory, and compliance with state and federal regulations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must have completed a national technician certification program and be registered as a Pharmacy Technician.
• Registration with Montana State Board of Pharmacy required.

Responsibilities

• Enter ADT and medication orders into the computer system.
• Process prescriptions including refills and adjudication.
• Reconcile insurance claims and manage prior authorizations.

Skills

Communication

Independence

Medical terminology

Attention to detail

Pharmacy orders

Safety awareness

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified Pharmacy Technician (national program)

Montana Pharmacy Technician registration

Job description

DEPARTMENT

PHARMACY

POSITION TITLE

CERTIFIED PHARMACY TECHNICIAN

RESPONSIBLE TO

PHARMACIST (S)

EXPOSURE LEVEL

CATEGORY III

GRADE

15

EXEMPTION STATUS

NON-EXEMPT

SUMMARY

Under direct supervision, fills routine dosage orders and prepackaged pharmaceuticals. Counts, packages, and labels unit doses for inspection by pharmacist and fills routine orders for non-prescription pharmaceuticals. Assists pharmacist in the dispensing of prescriptions and performs a range of staff support functions.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION: Pharmacy Responsibilities

Enters Admissions, Discharges, and Transfers (ADT's) into computer system for proper medication order processing.

Processes medication orders/prescriptions including refill requests

Completes adjudication/reconciliation of claims associated with prescriptions, including insurance verification, prior authorizations, and enters charges to patient accounts.

Refers insurance rejections regarding therapeutic and clinical decisions to a pharmacist

Packages and labels medication into approved packaging for inspection and approval by the pharmacist according to departmental Quality Control Standards.

Checks refrigerator for stability and accurate labeling of all refrigerated medications.

Picks up and delivers pharmacy documents and pharmaceuticals to/from various units.

Maintains appropriate inventory levels of drugs and pharmaceutical supplies in the Pharmacy department, resident care areas, and emergency kit.

Processes drug recalls when required in accordance with departmental policy and procedure.

Assists customers on the phone and at the pharmacy counter for orders and refills.

Performs a range of routine administrative tasks for the pharmacy when required.

Demonstrates proficiency with software system and other technology utilized

Assists the pharmacist in all aspects of medication distribution

Understand and comply with all state/federal laws and regulations

Understand and comply with all policies and procedures for the distribution of medications

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION: Safety

Obeys safety rules of St. John's United

Identifies, reports, and/or corrects obvious safety hazards

Attends mandatory safety in-services

Utilizes proper body mechanics when lifting stock.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION: Mission/Customer Service

Supports the growth and actively engages in the Eden Alternative philosophy, including a work environment with plants and animals.

Follows the St. John's Guidelines for Customer Service

• Let the Mission be your guide
• Make eye contact and smile
• Greet & welcome each and every person
• Seek out personal contact
• Provide immediate service-listen & act
• Use appropriate body language at all times
• Be gracious to each & every person

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION: Employee Responsibilities

Supports the growth and actively engages in Eden Alternative tasks

Follows policy and procedures on annual TB testing.

Follows policy and procedures on annual influenza vaccinations.

Attends all mandatory in-services

Performs other duties as assigned by the Pharmacist and/or supervisor

Works under the general supervision of the Pharmacist

Completes required continued education per Montana Board of Pharmacy

Maintains license per Montana Board of Pharmacy regulations

Successfully completes orientation and pharmacy departmental training requirements

Successfully completes all assigned educations and competencies

Maintain and make readily available required continuing education assessments upon inspection by the Montana Board of Pharmacy

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Requirements

High school diploma or GED required. Must be at least 18 years old. Must have completed the approved national technician certification program and be registered as a Pharmacy Technician with Montana State Board of Pharmacy.

Must have pharmacy experience or in accordance with Montana State Board of Pharmacy Regulations. Be in good standing with the Office of Inspector General.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities required:

• Ability to understand written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work independently.
• Knowledge of Medical Terminology.
• Skill in observation.
• Ability to interact effectively and professionally with residents, family members, medical personnel, and coworkers.
• Ability to sort, check, count and verify numbers.
• Clerical, word processing, and other general computer skills.
• Ability to understand pharmacy orders.
• Ability to respond to residents needs in a timely and professional manner, recognizing the resident's rights.
• Ability to understand and follow safety policies and procedures.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Requires moderate physical work, including lifting up to 25 pounds on a regular basis, and up to 30 pounds occasionally, bending, standing, and reaching.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work involves minimal exposure to hazards, bloodborne pathogens, or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
• Normal health care environment.
• Work involves exposure to plants and animals within the environment.