Technician-Outpatient Pharmacy

Northeast-Georgia-Health-System; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeast Georgia Health System is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to assist with outpatient prescription filling and dispensing under pharmacist supervision. The role covers multiple age groups and supports daily department operations in a hospital setting.

The technician will help with inventory, labeling, prescription entry, and customer service, while adhering to state regulations and NGMC policies. A strong attention to detail and teamwork are essential for efficient service.

Qualifications

• Current registration with the Georgia Board of Pharmacy.
• Certification exam should be completed within six months of hire; must be obtained by the third attempt or at 12 months.
• High School Diploma or GED is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage the ordering, receipt, processing, and distribution of pharmaceuticals to ensure efficient operation.
• Enter new prescriptions into the computer system and prepare labels.
• Recall refills from the database to prepare prescriptions and labels.
• Select appropriate medications from inventory and count accurately.
• Assist pharmacist in serving customers and meeting their needs.
• Operate cash register and reconcile sales; maintain pharmacy processes.
• Maintain insurance/counseling log in compliance with regulations.
• Check refrigerator temperatures daily and assist in department projects.
• Provide training and feedback to staff when needed.

Skills

Basic math

Organizational skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Pharmacy operations

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Georgia Board of Pharmacy registration

Tools

Pharmacy computer system

Job description

Job Category:Allied HealthWork Shift/Schedule:8 Hr Morning - AfternoonNortheast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities.About the Role:Job SummaryUnder the direct supervision of a pharmacist, provides efficient coordination of filling and dispensing of out patient pharmacy prescriptions and aids in the daily operation of the department. This position will care for patients in the child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric age groups. Employee performs clinical duties in accordance with population specific guidelines.Minimum Job QualificationsLicensure or other certifications: Current registration with the Georgia Board of Pharmacy. First attempt of certification exam should be completed within six months of hire. Certification must be obtained by the third attempt or at 12 months of hire.Educational Requirements: High School Graduate or GED . Current registration with the Georgia Board of Pharmacy.Minimum Experience:Other:Preferred Job QualificationsPreferred Licensure or other certifications:Preferred Educational Requirements:Preferred Experience: At least one(1) year experience retail or hospital pharmacy setting.Other:Job Specific and Unique Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesBasic math skills, ability to measure accurately interpret instructions and carry them outAbility to organize workload and interpret priorities, attention to detailAbove average interpersonal skills with focus on customer serviceProficiency in all areas of Technician I job responsibilitiesAbility to follow instructions from pharmacist and pharmacy managementAbility to effectively communicate with pharmacy management and colleaguesEssential Tasks and ResponsibilitiesManage the ordering, receipt, processing, and distribution of pharmaceuticals to ensure efficient departmental operation. Communicate regularly to appropriate ordering source the amount of medication required to maintain pharmacy inventory and handle current prescription volume. Select the most cost effective medication whenever possible to maximize the cost savings of the pharmacy. Compare invoice with drugs accepted, to ensure correct amount has been received. Distribute newly received medications to proper storage areas. Manage regular inventory and return excessive stock to maintain adequate pharmaceutical inventory.Assist pharmacist in preparation of prescriptions. Enter new prescriptions into the computer system. Recall refills from the computer database to prepare prescription labels for filling. Select appropriate medication from pharmacy inventory to fill or prepare the prescription. Correctly counts the amount of medication to fill the prescription. Prepare the container with appropriate warning labels and prescription label for medication.Assist pharmacist in serving the customers and meeting their needs. Operate cash register and reconcile sales with money on hand. Organize workload for the pharmacist to provide a minimum wait time for the customer. Follow all rules of telephone etiquette to ensure effective communication. Maintain insurance/counseling log in compliance with state and federal regulations.Contribute to the productive and efficient operation of the department. Check and record refrigerator temperatures daily when pharmacy is open. Complete extra projects that enhance the department’s productivity during low workload days. Perform other duties as assigned. Serve as Long Term Care technician as needed. Volunteer and assist as needed during staffing emergencies and other occurrences that create unusual staffing needs.Train pharmacy personnel. Provide constructive feedback to appropriate supervisor or manager on employee performance.Complies with department and NGMC policies and procedures.Responsible for fully reading and complying with department email(s) (i.e. communications) upon receipt from such communication. Review email at a minimum of once per shift.Physical DemandsWeight Lifted: Up to 50 lbs, Frequently 31-65% of timeWeight Carried: Up to 20 lbs, Frequently 31-65% of timeVision: Heavy, Constantly 66-100% of timeKneeling/Stooping/Bending: Frequently 31-65%Standing/Walking: Constantly 66-100%Pushing/Pulling: Occasionally 0-30%Intensity of Work: Frequently 31-65%Job Requires: Reading, Writing, Reasoning, Talking, KeyboardingWorking at NGHS means being part of something special: a team invested in you as a person, an employee, and in helping you reach your goals.NGHS: Opportunities start here.Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.