Pharmacy Technician

Pharmacy TechnicianSEIU Pay Range: $27.03 to $40.75 Dependent on ExperienceThe role of the Pharmacy Technician is to assist the pharmacist in the practice of pharmacy.Essential Duties:Prepare and dispense medications under the supervision of a pharmacistAccurately enter prescription information and maintain patient recordsProcess insurance claims and handle billing inquiriesAssist customers with prescription pick-up and general questions, referring clinical concerns to the pharmacistMeasure, count, label, and package medications with a high degree of accuracyMaintain inventory, including ordering, stocking, and checking for expired medicationsOperate pharmacy systems and point-of-sale equipmentEnsure compliance with pharmacy laws, regulations, and safety standardsMaintain cleanliness and organization of the pharmacy workspaceSafeguard patient confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriatelyJob RequirementsKnowledge of/Skill/Ability to:Strong typing proficiency and computer skillsAbility to adapt to new systems, procedures, and work environmentsHigh level of accuracy and attention to detailSolid clerical and administrative skillsEffective organizational skills with the ability to complete assigned tasks and projectsAbility to compound sterile products in accordance with established proceduresExcellent customer service skills and experienceWorking knowledge of medical terminologyLicense/CertificationCurrent Oregon Pharmacy Technician License required.Must obtain and maintain national certification through either the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) within one year of being hired into the Pharmacy Technician position.Candidates who are not currently licensed with an Oregon Pharmacy Technician License may initially be hired into a Pharmacy Clerk position while working toward obtaining their Pharmacy Technician license. Upon successful licensure, the employee will be transitioned into the Pharmacy Technician role.Education and/or Experience Minimum Experience: Prior experience as a hospital pharmacy technician is desirable.Physical Demands and Work Environment Conditions / ADA Compliance Long periods of standing. Position involves standing, walking, stooping, and occasional carrying and lifting of lightweight materials (up to 30 pounds). May be required to sit for extended periods of time. Requires visual acuity and depth perception to recognize words and numbers; and hand and finger dexterity and hand/eye coordination to use a computer keyboard and common office equipment