Pharmacy Technician - Medication Assistance Program

Ohio State University; United States; On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio State University is seeking a Pharmacy Technician for the Medication Assistance Program at University Hospital - Doan Hall to support licensed pharmacists in preparing and packaging medications, maintaining inventory, and ensuring accurate records.

You will work with financial counselors and clinicians to help eligible patients access therapy, with 40 hours per week, varying shifts, and successful background checks and drug screening as part of the post-offer process.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Registered or eligible for Pharmacy Technician registration in Ohio.
• Pharmacy Technician Trainees must submit all required documentation to the Ohio Board of Pharmacy before start date.

Responsibilities

• Assist licensed pharmacists in providing pharmaceutical services.
• Prepare and package moderately to complex medications and maintain proper records.
• Maintain inventory levels and ensure medications are in date and secure.
• Support initiatives of area managers and coordinate with financial counselors and clinical staff to aid patients.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Title

Pharmacy Technician - Medication Assistance Program

Department

Retail Rx | OSU Outpatient Pharmacy Doan

Scope of Position

This position functions to assist the licensed pharmacist in providing pharmaceutical services to patients, as well as providing necessary services and information to nursing and medical staff. These services include preparation and packaging of moderately, complex medications, distribution of advanced medications, supplies and equipment, maintaining proper inventory levels, ensuring medications are in date and secure, and keeping appropriate records and documentation. This position is also responsible for supporting initiatives of area managers.

Position Summary

The Medication Assistance Program Dispensing Pharmacy Technician is knowledgeable about PMAPs, pharmaceutical terminology, insurance coverage (limitations, requirements, eligibility, pharmacy formulary, prior authorization, coordination of benefits etc.), available community and national resources, ICD-10 codes, and determinants of financial need. Displays an understanding of pharmaceutical terminology (brand, generic, dose, route, etc.). They provide all customers (patients and clinicians) with accurate and up-to-date information and work closely with financial counselors and clinical staff to assist patients who otherwise cannot afford medication to gain access to therapy.

Minimum Qualifications

For Hire:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Minimum age: 18 years.

Registered or eligible for pharmacy technician registration in Ohio. Pharmacy Technician Trainees must submit all required documentation to the Ohio Board of Pharmacy at least 10 business days before start date.

Ongoing

Maintain Registered Pharmacy Technician status with Ohio Board of Pharmacy. Pharmacy Technician Trainees must obtain Registered Pharmacy Technician status within 1.5 years of hire.

Continues to meet departmental competency requirements and pharmacy standards of employee conduct.

Additional Information

The university will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

Location

University Hospital - Doan Hall (0089)

Position Type

Regular

Scheduled Hours

40

Shift

Varying Shifts

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.