Pharmacy Tech - Skywalk Retail

CHS Children's Hospital and Health System, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Children's Wisconsin is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to provide technical support in the Skywalk Pharmacy. You will enter prescriptions, verify accuracy, adjudicate insurance, and prepare medications for dispensing, while interacting with patients, families, and the healthcare team.

Responsibilities include inventory management, narcotics handling, labeling, checkout assistance, and data entry using the pharmacy computer system.

Qualifications

• Pharmacy tech must be capable of processing prescriptions accurately.
• Ability to communicate with patients and healthcare team.
• Proficiency in mathematical calculations and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Enters prescriptions in the operating system, analyzes and reviews for completeness and accuracy.
• Adjudicates prescription claims through insurance and completes prior authorizations.
• Assists in preparation, packaging and labeling of medications.
• Prepares medications for patients per policies and procedures.
• Interacts with patients, families and staff in person and by phone.
• Manages inventory, narcotics and OTC products; checks expirations and processes returns.
• Operates computer to process orders, charges/credits, labels and retrieve patient information.
• Contributes to quality improvement activities by data gathering.

Skills

Prescription processing

Pharmacy software

Inventory management

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Data entry

Education

Pharmacy Technician certificate

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Pharmacy software systems

Job description

At Children’s Wisconsin, we believe kids deserve the best. Children’s Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. We provide primary care, specialty care, urgent care, emergency care, community health services, foster and adoption services, child and family counseling, child advocacy services and family resource centers. Our reputation draws patients and families from around the country. We offer a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities and are seeking individuals dedicated to helping us achieve our vision of the healthiest kids in the country. If you want to work for an organization that makes a difference for children and families, and encourages you to be at your best every day,

Job Summary

Responsible for providing technical support to pharmacists at Children's Hospital of Wisconsin Skywalk Pharmacy.

Essential Functions

• Enters prescriptions in the operating system, analyzes, and reviews prescriptions for completeness and accuracy according to specified standards.
• Accurately adjudicates prescription claims through insurance, performs prescription benefits investigation, and completes prior authorizations.
• Assists in the preparation, packaging, and labeling of medications.
• Prepares various forms of medication for patients in accordance with the policies and procedures at CHW.
• Interacts and communicates with patients, families, and other medical personnel in person and over the phone.
• Confers with the healthcare team to assure all patient information is communicated and received to manage the prescription process.
• Assists in inventory management by accurately maintaining inventory levels on the shelf and in the computer system, including narcotics and over-the-counter product management.
• Orders, receives, and properly stores and stocks products, checks for outdates, and processes returns as needed.
• Handles narcotics according to policy and procedures.
• Provides information to aid in the resolution of any discrepancies.
• Assists patients in the check-out process through the point of sale, collecting payment, and accurately closing the register drawer at the end of business.
• Contributes to the quality improvement activities of the department by gathering data.

Education

High School graduate or Certificate of General Educational Development (GED) or High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED) required Graduate of a pharmacy tech program preferred

Experience

1+ years experience in a pharmaceutical environment preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Proficiency in mathematical calculations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, and proportions at a level normally acquired through completion of high school.

Ability to read and write at a level where the candidate can review and update patient profiles, as well as understand and follow written and verbal instructions.

Ability to work well under pressure due to time constraints and varying workloads.

Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail.

Ability to operate a computer to process prescription orders, enter charges/credits, generate labels, and retrieve patient information Good interpersonal and customer relations skills are needed to communicate effectively with various hospital personnel and families and to gather and exchange factual pharmaceutical information.

Licenses and Certifications

License Pharmacy Technician (41) - State of Wisconsin required

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This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be requested in the performance of this job. Employment is at-will. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise.

Children's Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness. We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law.

Certifications/Licenses

License Pharmacy Technician (41) - State of Wisconsin Dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children

Dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children We are the region's only independent healthcare system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. In Milwaukee and throughout the state, we provide kids and their families a wide range of care and support - everything from routine care for ear aches or sore throats to life saving advances and treatment options. Our academic partner, The Medical College of Wisconsin, brings many of the nation's most well-respected doctors to our team. Together we work to ensure that every child and family we serve receives nothing but the best. Learn more about our affiliation with the Medical College of Wisconsin and the power of academic medicine.