Pharmacy Technician

Apex Systems; Henderson (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency is seeking an Order Entry Tech in Henderson, Kentucky, to assist in the medication dispensing process. Candidates should have at least 3 months of experience as a Pharmacy Technician, possess good interpersonal skills, and have knowledge of medical terminology. The role involves entering orders, verifying dosages, and assisting customers. Working hours include evenings and weekends, and physical demands may include prolonged sitting or standing. This temporary position may lead to permanent employment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 months as a Pharmacy Technician.
• Familiarity with sig codes and Roman numeral.
• Knowledge of brand and generic names of medications.

Responsibilities

• Calculates and verifies correct dosage based on prescription.
• Enters new and refill orders in a timely manner.
• Provides dispensing pharmacists with information regarding allergies.

Skills

Good interpersonal skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work independently

Good organizational skills

Detail oriented

Knowledge of medical terminology

Job description

Apex Systems LLC, a division of On Assignment, is an IT staffing and services firm specializing in providing IT professionals for contract, contract-to-hire, and direct placements. Apex also offers recruitment solutions for other select professional skills and workforce needs

Job Description

Order Entry Tech position for possible temporary to permanent employment. Required shift 1:30pm - 10pm Mon-Fri and 9:30am - 6pm Sat.

Position Summary: Performs order entry tasks and the related activities in support of the medication dispensing process.

Duties: Key Responsibilities:

• Calculates and/or verifies the correct dosage based on the prescription
• Enters new and refill orders in a timely and accurate manner
• Process orders based on the priority assigned
• Batch and print labels, forms and delivery tickets
• Prepare backup pharmacy orders
• Comply with a process that addresses all state and federal guidelines regarding medication labeling
• Provide dispensing pharmacists with information regarding allergies and drug interactions, therapeutic duplications, and other items that the computer flags
• Courteously assists all internal and external customers
• Consult with dispensing pharmacist regarding prescription order clarification, non-stock items, order entry problems or concerns
• Complete all data fields according to pharmacy procedures including use of approved abbreviations
• Follow all applicable government regulations including HIPAA
• Assist with pharmacy workflow as needed
• Other duties as assigned; Job duties may vary by location

Management Responsibilities: None

Physical Demands: May sit, stand, stoop, bend and walk intermittently during the day. May sit or stand seven (7) to ten (10) hours per day. May be necessary to work extended hours as needed. Finger dexterity to operate office equipment required. May need to lift up to twenty-five (25) pounds on occasion. Visual acuity to see and read fine prints. Specific vision abilities required by this role include close vision, color vision and the ability to adjust focus. Must be able to hear normal voice sounds. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this role.

Work Environment: Work in a climate-controlled, smoke-free internal environment.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• MImimum of 3 months as a Pharmacy Technician
• Good interpersonal skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines and be flexible
• Good organizational skills and detail oriented
• Knowledge of medical terminology (including sig codes and Roman numeral), brand and generic names of medications and general pharmacy terminology

Additional Information

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