Pharmacy Technician at Carolina Health Centers, Inc.

Laurens, South Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Jun, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Prescription Filling, Patient Profiling, HIPAA Compliance, Point-of-Sale Transactions, Inventory Management, Insurance Verification, Communication, Computer Proficiency, Cash Handling, Customer Service, Attention to Detail, Conflict Management

Industry

Medical Practices

Description

Description GENERAL DESCRIPTION Under the direct supervision of CHC Director of Pharmacy, the Pharmacy Technician I shall assist the pharmacist in performing all routine tasks of the Pharmacy Department in accordance with established policies and procedures set forth within the constraints as stated by the South Carolina Board of Pharmacy. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Assist the pharmacist with filling and labeling prescriptions in accordance with state and federal regulations Create a profile of the patient’s demographic and insurance information in the computer and/or update the patient’s profile At the point-of-sale, verify that patients receive correct prescriptions and that HIPAA regulations are followed Maintain knowledge of loss prevention techniques and maintain accurate POS and cash records Maintain an awareness of updates within the software and hardware of the pharmacy computer system Assist patients who are dropping off or picking up prescription orders Check-in wholesale orders, place merchandise on shelves, and verify all associated paperwork Communicate with prescribers and their agents to obtain refill authorizations if so authorized as a Certified Pharmacy Technician Performs other related work as required REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS Responsible to: Directly supervised by Director of Pharmacy Workers supervised: If Certified Pharmacy Technician, non-certified pharmacy techs and pharmacy clerks Interrelationships: Works in cooperation with the pharmacy staff, medical staff, nursing staff, and effectively serves patients This job description is not designed to cover or contain an exhaustive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Requirements All employees of Carolina Health Centers, Inc. are expected to perform the duties of their job and behave in a manner consistent with the Corporate Philosophy which supports the values of: honesty, integrity, openness, the pursuit of individual and collective excellence, and unwavering mutual respect and appreciation. In addition, this position requires: Education: High School Diploma or equivalent Work Experience: Must have some experience as a Pharmacy Technician Licensure and Credentials: Desire National Pharmacy Technician Board Certification Desire South Carolina Board of Pharmacy Certification Skills: Able to read, write, and communicate effectively orally and in writing Proficient in use of computer and keyboard Able to efficiently and accurately conduct payment transactions, including making correct change for cash payments Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships Knowledge of HIPAA and ability to maintain confidentiality Able to manage self and environment calmly and appropriately in stressful situations Physical Abilities: Stand for extended periods of time Able to push, pull and reach, sit, stoop and stretch Have full range of body motion Have the hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity needed to operate a computer, telephone, copier and medical equipment Required to talk and hear Vision abilities required for this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus Work Environment: This position involves exposure to customer/patient elements. This job also operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard Office equipment such as computers, telephones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines. The work environment is that of a hometown community pharmacy with high expectations of excellent customer service and work ethic. HIPAA rules and regulations are stringently enforced and violations are grounds for dismissal. The position requires staff to work under pressure at times with a diverse population. Teamwork, customer service and paying close attention to detail is required to promote an environment that will provide the highest level of quality care to customers.

Responsibilities

Assist pharmacists in filling and labeling prescriptions while managing patient demographic and insurance profiles. Handle point-of-sale transactions, wholesale order check-ins, and communicate with prescribers for refill authorizations.