Pharmacy Technician

Pharmacy Technician

AnewHealth is one of the nation's leading pharmacy care management companies that specializes in caring for people with the most complex, chronic needswherever they call home. We enable better outcomes for patients and the healthcare organizations who support them. Established in 2023 through the combination of ExactCare and Tabula Rasa HealthCare, we provide a suite of solutions that includes comprehensive pharmacy services; full-service pharmacy benefit management; and specialized support services for Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly. With over 1,400 team members, we care for more than 100,000 people across all 50 states.

Job Description

Under general supervision of the Director of Pharmacy, assists the Pharmacists, the Pharmacy Technician Manager, and the Floor Team Leader in the filling of prescriptions, including running the computers and packaging machines, counting, labeling, stocking, and other pharmacy related activities.

Responsibilities

• Dispense medications via appropriate packaging systems -- compliance packaging, bottle fill or blister card. Follow all quality control steps outlined in SafeDose's policies and procedures ensuring accuracy and timeliness of orders.
• Maintain proper storage and security conditions for drugs. Apply safe waste disposal procedures.
• Order, label and count stock of medications and supplies. Receive incoming medications and supplies, verify quantities against invoices and inform supervisors of stock needs and shortages.
• Be familiar with the operation of the pharmacy computer system and the packaging machines.
• Help maintain a clean, well-organized pharmacy with efficient workflow and outstanding customer service.
• Follow the direction of SafeDose Management, Director of Pharmacy, Staff Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technician Manager and Floor Team Leader in a timely, efficient manner; willingly assist in company and departmental matters or work in any area of the pharmacy when necessary.
• Embody AnewHealth's Core Values in all communications and interactions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• The individual must be a high school graduate or have successfully completed a General Education Development program.
• The individual must have successfully completed a board approved training program conducted by a pharmacy or educational organization.
• The individual must complete an approved HIPAA training program.
• The individual must have received their Indiana State Pharmacy Technician license or have applied for a temporary license and must be eligible to receive their license within 30 days of employment.

Experience

• The individual must have not been convicted of a crime that has a direct bearing on the individual's ability to work with legend drugs or controlled substances.

Skills & Abilities

• Pharmacy Knowledge: Understanding of standards of patient confidentiality and ethics governing pharmacy practice; Working knowledge of pharmaceutical-medical terminology, abbreviations, and symbols commonly used in prescriptions and drug orders; Working knowledge of the general storage, packaging and labeling requirements of drugs, prescriptions and drug orders; Ability to perform arithmetic calculations required for usual dosage determinations; Working knowledge and understanding essential to functions related to drug purchasing and inventory control; Follows all state and federal laws and regulations pertaining to the practice of pharmacy.
• Analytical: Uses intuition and experience to complement data.
• Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Organization: Prioritizes work activities; Uses time efficiently using initiative and judgment in dealing with workflow and uncertain situations; Works effectively under narrow time limitations.
• Quality/Quantity: Follows verbal and written instructions; Maintains effective work relations with those encountered in the course of employment; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Meets productivity standards and strives to increase productivity; Is polite, dependable, honest, and trustworthy.
• Technical Skills: Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
• Interpersonal Skills: Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentially; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Oral Communication: Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions.
• Written Communication: Writes clearly and informatively; Able to read and interpret written information.
• Teamwork: Exhibits objectively and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit.
• Diversity: Demonstrates knowledge of EEOC policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
• Ethics: Treats people with respect; Works with integrity and ethically: Upholds organizational values.
• Planning/Organizing: Uses time efficiently.
• Professionalism: Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration, regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

Schedule

This is a full-time position with an expectation to work an average of 40 hours per week and be available outside of normal business hours to meet customer expectations on an ad-hoc basis. Schedules are set to accommodate the requirements of the position and the needs of the organization and may be adjusted as needed.

Benefits

AnewHealth offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees that includes medical/dental/vision, flexible spending, company-paid life insurance and short-term disability as well as voluntary benefits, 401(k), Paid Time Off and paid holidays. Medical, dental and vision coverage are effective 1st of the month following date of hire.

Equal Employment Opportunity

AnewHealth provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status, or other legally protected classification in the state in which a person is seeking employment. Applicants are encouraged to confidentially self-identify when applying. Local applicants are encouraged to apply. We maintain a drug-free work environment. Applicants must be eligible to work in this country.