Pharmacy Technician

Pharmacy Technician

Following a training period, the Pharmacy Technician should be able to process prescriptions on the computer, use cash register, fill prescriptions, answer phone, order and receive medications.

Responsibilities

(40%)* Fills and prepare new and refill prescriptions for final verification by pharmacist. This includes calculating days supply, quantity, and dose, determining 340b eligibility, and working with nurses and providers to assist the pharmacist in the clarifying prescriptions.

(20%)* Pull medications, order medications, and restock the department. This will require conducting frequent and accurate inventory counts and making purchasing decisions on medications based upon par levels and anticipated future needs. Purchase and receive medications utilizing the appropriate software programs and methods. Ensure that all supplies (labels, bottles etc.) are adequately stocked to meet patient needs. Knowledge and understanding of the 340b program is required and all policies and procedures regarding 340b will be followed at all times.

(20%)* Greet customers and assist them at the register. Collect prescription co-payment via the cash register and point-of-sale software. Assist customers with questions regarding copayments and payment history on prescriptions.

(20%)* Maintain OTC area, including but not limited to; ordering, stocking, updating prices, checking outdates, and maintaining.

Certifications and Licensures

PHARM TECH: Pharmacy Technician Licensure

Equivalent Experience: New hire and transfers before October 1, 2015 must possess a full technician license or limited pharmacy license through the state of Michigan. Effective October 1, 2015, all incumbents, new hires and transfers to this position must possess a pharmacy technician temporary, limited or full license through the state of Michigan. Individuals with a temporary license must obtain a full license through the state of Michigan within 365 days of obtaining the temporary license.

Required Education

Education: High School Diploma or GED

Other Information

Answer phone and faxes.

Request prescription refills from providers.

Compound oral and topical solutions, ointments, and creams if ordered.

Order supplies using appropriate system.

Answer questions from nursing, case management, physicians, and patients regarding co-payment and prescription costs.

Be knowledgeable of MMCHS Medical Care Discount and work closely with clinic support staff to ensure patient eligibility.

Remove and return recalled drugs from physical inventory when appropriate.

Other duties as assigned.

Equivalent Experience and Other Comments (Education)

Computer experience required. Good math skills, good organizational skills, a team player and ability to work under high pressure and time constraints are all required.

Interpersonal skills needed to communicate successfully with individuals and groups and interact with people at all levels to communicate ideas and concepts in a clear and understandable manner.

MyMichigan Health is a technology driven organization and employees need to demonstrate competency in Microsoft Windows. An employee may be required to participate in further learning opportunities offered by MyMichigan Health.

Hospital or Retail Pharmacy experience preferred.

Physical/Mental Requirements and Typical Working Conditions

Exposure to stressful situations, including those involving public contact, as well as, trauma, grief and death.

Able to wear personal protective equipment that includes latex materials or appropriate substitute if required for your position.

Is able to move freely about facility with or without an assisted device and must be able to perform the functions of the job as outlined in the job description.

Overall vision and hearing is necessary with or without assisted device(s).

Frequently required to sit/stand/walk for long periods of time. May require frequent postural changes such as stooping, kneeling or crouching.

Some exposure to blood borne pathogens and other potentially infectious material. Must follow MyMichigan Health bloodborne pathogen and TB testing as required.

Ability to handle multiple tasks, get along with others, work independently, regular and predictable attendance and ability to stay awake.

Overall dexterity is required including handling, reaching, grasping, fingering and feeling. May require repetition of these movements on a regular to frequent basis.

Physical Demand Level: Light. Must be able to occasionally (0-33% of the workday) lift or carry 11-20 lbs., frequently (34-66% of the workday) 10 lbs. and or Walk/Stand/Push/Pull of Arm/Leg controls.