Pharmacy Technician- Dispensing

JOB PURPOSE\:

Prepares medications under the direction of the pharmacist. May measure, mix, count, package, label and record amounts and dosages of medications.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS, DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES\:

• Pulls correct medication form shelf and scans against prescription label for accuracy.

• Packages medication in appropriate container for correct dispensing system.

• Mixes pharmaceutical preparations according to written orders.

• Labels medication container with correct prescription label and necessary auxiliary labels.

• Cleans and helps maintain equipment and work areas.

• Replenishes medications in emergencies, refrigerator, and controlled substances boxes accordingly.

• Prints delivery manifests and places in correct delivery tote.

• Locks delivery tote when ready for delivery; ensures totes are loaded to delivery vehicle.

• Unpacks items returned in totes and forwards to appropriate department.

• Pulls stickers for reorder items and forwards them to Inventory Manager.

• Places received stock on shelves accurately.

• Keeps medication storage area clean and free of dust and clutter.

• Completes and documents all assigned medication storage area inspections at least monthly.

• Identifies and replaces outdated or unusable medications.

• Generates reports and labels as required.

• Maintains logs, records and other required documentation accurately.

• Collects data, conducts operations checklists and quality monitors and completes documentation as assigned.

• Assists in training new partners as required.

• Maintain TCGRx equipment.

• Replenishes AdvantageRx containers.

• Fills AdvantageRx trays.

• Operations AdvantageRx dispensing equipment including ATP-384, InSpectRx and Corrector.