Pharmacy Technician

Central Florida Health Care, Inc.; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Federal Student Loan Forgiveness

Medical, dental, vision benefits

PTO 4.4 weeks/year

Job summary

Central Florida Health Care, Inc. operates a community pharmacy where staff assist the Pharmacist in preparing, entering data, and dispensing medications to patients.

The role requires knowledge of pharmacy operations, strict adherence to CFHC policies, and attention to HIPPA guidelines. You will contribute to inventory, third-party billing preparation, and ongoing quality improvement within the pharmacy team.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Florida Board of Pharmacy Registration is required.
• Active BLS certification is required.
• One to three months pharmacy technician experience in a pharmacy.
• Basic Math skills are required.
• Understanding of use of pharmacy equipment is required.

Responsibilities

• Be familiar with CFHC’s program philosophies, goals, and objectives.
• Be cognizant of and comply with all CFHC’s policies and procedures, as well as state and federal regulations.
• Understand the requirements of CFHC’s Exposure Control Plan
• Assure compliance with this plan by support staff assigned to assist you
• Adheres to CFHC quality policies and participates actively in quality improvement process activities
• Follows safety and OSHA requirements
• Mix pharmaceutical preparations, fill bottles with prescribed tablets, and type labels for bottles
• Receives and stores incoming supplies
• Files invoices and hard copy prescriptions
• Maintain proper and safe drug storage and maintain accurate inventory and sales records
• Maintain patient confidentiality per HIPPA guidelines
• Report as needed to Pharmacy Director any pertinent information or situations that impact on patient care or CFHC liability
• Attend and participate in mandatory CFHC meetings (Center Specific quarterly meetings, Corporate meetings, and other meetings as designated by the CCO or CEO)
• Make recommendations to the Pharmacy Director regarding the purchase of pharmacy supplies, instruments, and equipment, and repair and/or maintenance of these
• Enhances professional growth and development by attending in-service meetings and continuing education programs
• Maintain neat and professional appearance at all times
• Carry out any other activities deemed appropriate by the Pharmacy director, CCO or CEO

Skills

Active BLS

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Florida Board of Pharmacy Registration

Tools

Pharmacy equipment

Job description

This position assists Pharmacist in a community pharmacy in the preparation, computer entry, and dispensing of medication.

MINIMAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education:High School Diploma or GED
• Florida Board of Pharmacy Registration
• Active BLS
• One to three months pharmacy technician experience in a pharmacy.
• Basic Math skills
• Understanding of use of pharmacy equipment

RESPONSIBILITIES AND PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONSinclude, but are not limited to, the following:

• Be familiar with CFHC’s program philosophies, goals, and objectives
• Be cognizant of and comply with all CFHC’s policies and procedures, as well as state and federal regulations
• Understand the requirements of CFHC’s Exposure Control Plan
• Assure compliance with this plan by support staff assigned to assist you
• Adheres to CFHC quality policies and participates actively in quality improvement process activities
• Follows safety and OSHA requirements
• Mix pharmaceutical preparations, fill bottles with prescribed tablets, and type labels for bottles
• Receives and stores incoming supplies
• Cleans equipment and glassware according to prescribed methods
• Files invoices and hard copy prescriptions
• Assist in the preparation of third party billing
• Participate in drug review and drug product selection
• Maintain proper and safe drug storage and maintain accurate inventory and sales records
• Treat patients, staff, and visitors with courtesy, sensitivity, and respect
• Maintain patient confidentiality per HIPPA guidelines
• Report as needed to Pharmacy Director any pertinent information or situations that impact on patient care or CFHC liability
• Attend and participate in mandatory CFHC meetings (Center Specific quarterly meetings, Corporate meetings, and other meetings as designated by the CCO or CEO)
• Make recommendations to the Pharmacy Director regarding the purchase of pharmacy supplies, instruments, and equipment, and repair and/or maintenance of these
• Enhances professional growth and development by attending in-service meetings and continuing education programs
• Maintain neat and professional appearance at all times
• Carry out any other activities deemed appropriate by the Pharmacy director, CCO or CEO

BENEFITS:

• Federal Student Loan Forgiveness:
• PSLF – 10-year commitment, 120 loan payments and at the end of the commitment, the remaining loan is forgiven
• Excellent medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy benefits
• Employer Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employer Paid Life Insurance equivalent to 1x your annual salary
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability, additional Life and Dependent Life Insurance are available
• Malpractice Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) – 4.4 weeks per year pro-rated
• Holidays (9.5 paid holidays per year)
• Paid Birthday Holiday
• CME Reimbursement
• 401k Retirement Plan after 60 days of service (w/matching contributions)
• Staff productivity is recognized and rewarded

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (Subject to Change)

• Requires 80% or more time spent standing/walking
• Independently mobile
• Ability to lift weight equivalent to that required when repositioning equipment and lifting supplies
• Ability to adapt and function in varying environments of workload, worksites and work shifts
• Environmentally exposed to a variety of contagious diseases and other patient related conditions