Pharmacy Technician Bilingual

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.