Pharmacy Technician: Patient Care & Medication Fulfillment

Southern Ohio Medical Center; Wheelersburg (OH); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Retirement plan

Medical insurance

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Gym membership discount

Job summary

Southern Ohio Medical Center is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to assist pharmacists in preparing and distributing medications and to perform quality control and routine maintenance under supervision. The role supports patient care in a fast-paced environment, including medication reconciliation and assistance with patient assistance programs.

Qualified candidates have a High School Diploma or equivalent and board-approved technician training or national certification, plus completion of the

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a board-approved Pharmacy Technician training program or national certification required.
• National Qualification test (PTCB or NHA) required.
• For Ohio: State Board of Pharmacy Certified Technician Registration required.
• For Kentucky: State of Kentucky Board of Pharmacy Technician Registration required.
• Pharmacy Technician training or certification or prior technician work experience required.

Responsibilities

• Profiles physician orders in computer system for pharmacist review.
• Provides prompt, efficient, and courteous service; answer telephone inquiries and take messages.
• Maintains general cleanliness of work area/department.
• Recognizes narcotic discrepancies and performs audits as necessary.
• Delivers medications to Meds to Beds patients (in Emergency Room).
• Enters patient charges/credits into computer profile system.
• Checks incoming orders of medications and pharmacy supplies for accuracy.
• Reviews patient medication profiles to identify medications available through Patient Assistance.
• Contacts drug manufacturers for forms and enrollment for patients.
• Performs medication reconciliation by interviewing patients and/or family members.
• Contacts pharmacies, nursing homes, and VA for home medications lists.
• Obtains income documentation from patients for various programs.
• Completes applications and obtains prescriptions for manufacturer programs; coordinates with physicians as needed.
• Educates patients on re-ordering prescriptions.
• Communicates with Purchasing about stock levels and inventory placement.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Pharmacy Technician training or National Certification

Job description

Southern Ohio Medical Center is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to assist pharmacists in preparing and distributing medications and to perform quality control and routine maintenance under supervision. The role supports patient care in a fast-paced environment, including medication reconciliation and assistance with patient assistance programs.

Qualified candidates have a High School Diploma or equivalent and board-approved technician training or national certification, plus completion of the