Medication Technician

PMR Virginia Holding; Town of Whitehall (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 31,000; Full time

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Benefits package

Job summary

ChenMed in New York is seeking a Medication Technician to support the medication room, assist with inventory, and deliver medications under supervision. You will handle refills, stock drugs, and process insurance information for billing.

The role involves direct patient interaction in a fast-paced clinical environment. You will work with dispensing providers and the pharmacy team to ensure accurate labeling and timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of ChenMed and/ or Jencare Neighborhood Medical Centers policies and procedures.
• Ability to multi task and operate phones, PC and IT systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy of reports and data.

Responsibilities

• Assists in preparing and delivering medications under direct supervision of dispensing provider per prescription.
• Prepares medications for provider dispensing as prescribed.
• Processes refills daily.
• Orders pharmaceuticals and receive/stock drugs.
• Updates inventory and completes pharmacy reports including expired meds.
• Collects patient information for prescription and billing.

Skills

ChenMed/Jencare knowledge

Multitasking

Communication

Detail-oriented

Interpersonal skills

MS Office

Education

High School diploma

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

We're unique. You should be, too.

We're changing lives every day. For both our patients and our team members. Are you innovative and entrepreneurial minded? Is your work ethic and ambition off the charts? Do you inspire others with your kindness and joy?

We're different than most primary care providers. We're rapidly expanding and we need great people to join our team.

The Medication Technician is responsible for ensuring that the Medication room is running efficiently and is staying organized and operative. Some of the duties include taking inventory, answering the phone, checking patient information for insurance co-pays, restocking and ordering necessary supplies, assisting with delivery of prepackaged medication(s), keeping multiple, ongoing filing systems and performing other administrative tasks.

Additionally, under the direct supervision of the dispensing provider, the Medication Technician accurately labels and delivers medication to appropriate patient. He/she also works with that dispensing provider to ensure that the medication has been delivered properly and in a timely manner. This is a healthcare position working directly with patients and their families, doctors and other medical personnel in a dynamic and professional environment to provide the highest level of quality healthcare to all patients.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists in preparing and delivering medications under direct supervision of dispensing provider in accordance with prescription and within Federal and State Regulations.
• Prepares medications for provider dispensing the medication in accordance to prescription.
• Processes refills daily.
• Orders pharmaceuticals and receive/stock drugs.
• Completes pharmacy reports not limited to inventory reports and expired medications as detailed in Medication Technician Handbook.
• Works with corporate team to keep center updated with processes and procedures.
• Collects patient information for prescription and billing.
• Keeps filing system updated for multiple procedures/processes.
• Assists with pharmacy claims adjudication including calling insurances to assess and correct pharmacy claims rejections if appropriate.
• Other duties as assigned and modified at manager's discretion.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of ChenMed and/ or Jencare Neighborhood Medical Centers products, services, standards, policies and procedures
• Ability to multi task, operate phones, personal computer, software and other IT systems
• Ability to communicate and work with doctors, patients and other team members in a professional manner
• Ability to pay close attention to detail and to ensure accuracy of reports and data
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong interpersonal & mathematical skills

This position requires travel nationwide for training and support purposes as needed

EDUCATION / SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:

• High School or equivalent required
• Minimum one (1) year of experience in a pharmacy setting
• Some knowledge in MS Office Suite

PAY RANGE:

$15.6 - $22.26 Hourly The posted pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for this position. Final compensation will depend on a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, education, geographic location, and other relevant factors. This position may also be eligible for a bonuses or commissions.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:

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We're ChenMed and we're transforming healthcare for seniors and changing America's healthcare for the better. Family-owned and physician-led, our unique approach allows us to improve the health and well-being of the populations we serve. We're growing rapidly as we seek to rescue more and more seniors from inadequate health care.

ChenMed is changing lives for the people we serve and the people we hire. With great compensation, comprehensive benefits, career development and advancement opportunities and so much more, our employees enjoy great work-life balance and opportunities to grow. Join our team who make a difference in people's lives every single day.