Under the direct supervision of a Pharmacist, the Pharmacy Technician I is responsible for performing supportive clerical and technical tasks to assist the pharmacist in providing pharmaceutical care.
Position Summary
Assists in processing medication orders through timely removal of labels from printer and prompt preparation of medications for dispensing
Monitors stock on hand, identifies and returns overstocks, runs reports, stocks, and maintains inventory and contacts vendors regarding the availability of needed items
Inspects areas where medication is stored including proper storage conditions and removal of outdated medications
Reviews out-of-the ordinary/costly prescriptions with pharmacists
Coordinates and performs advanced data maintenance and reporting activities to ensure appropriate record keeping
Enters new patients and medications into the system
Fills prescriptions and dispenses pharmaceuticals authorized by the pharmacist
Accepts prescriptions, researches and verifies patient insurance and prescription information, and enters data into computer system to facilitate the processing and filling of prescriptions
Verifies identity, provides refill medications and collects co-payments Register sales and bank deposits nightly
Qualifications
Required:
High school diploma or equivalent
Registered as a technician with the State of Kansas Board of Pharmacy within 60 days of hire
Knowledge of principles, methods and techniques involved in performing general pharmacy services and adapting or modifying standards of pharmacy practices for care of specific medical cases.