Pharmacy Technician

(Job Id W339869)
Posted on 3/9/2010
Location:

Longmont, CO


Job Type:

Part Time


Salary: Not specified
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Job Description
Description

INTERNAL POSTING PERIOD: 03/03/10-03/05/10

IF YOU ARE A COLORADO INTERNAL EMPLOYEE, YOU MUST PLACE YOUR BID ON THE BID LINE 303-614-1510, NOT ONLINE.

JOB SUMMARY: Under direct supervision of the Pharmacy Supervisor or Pharmacist, performs a variety of technical procedures to assist in providing pharmacy services, including verification of prescription refill requests, typing prescription labels, counting and pouring medications, maintaining prescription inventories, balancing and depositing daily revenue, and coordinating the activities of Pharmacy Clerks. Makes members/patients and their needs a primary focus of one's actions; develops and sustains productive member/patient relationships. Actively seeks information to understand member/patient circumstances, problems, expectations, and needs. Builds rapport and cooperative relationship with members/patients. Considers how actions or plans will affect members; responds quickly to meet member/patient needs and resolves problems.

JOB REQUIREMENTS: High school graduation or equivalent. Completion of a pharmacy technician-training program of at least five months which included a community practice rotation OR one year work experience as a clerk/cashier or technician in a pharmacy. Certification equivalency may be considered. Ability to perform a variety of technical procedures to assist in providing pharmacy services, including processing prescription refills, entering prescription information into computer, counting and pouring medication, and cash reconciliation. Effective computer keyboard skills and previous work experience with prescription data input into pharmacy computer system. Knowledge of pharmacy terminology and abbreviations. Light lifting and carrying up to 15 pounds throughout the workday. Standing for extended periods of time. Works with constant noise and interruptions, in cramped quarters; and around machinery such as conveyor belts. Must authorize a D.E.A. drug screening. Demonstrated customer service skills, customer focus abilities and the ability to understand Kaiser Permanente customer needs.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Verifies prescription refill requests by reviewing original prescription form and patient identification to determine if refill is authorized, based on the number of refills remaining and established time requirements; contact appropriate medical office personnel by telephone or message slip, as needed, to obtain refill authorization.
Types prescription labels from written instructions on the prescription form indicating patient name, physician, name of medication, strength, usage instructions, prescription number, date and personal initials. Places prescription label and associated forms in specified location for further processing.
Selects prescribed medications to fill prescription orders as assigned, counts and/or pours dosage into appropriate container, and affixed prescription label and refill instructions. Calculated prescription cost using standard pricing procedure and completes sales receipt. Places filled prescription orders associated forms in specified location for evaluation and approval by the Pharmacist.
Maintains appropriate inventory of prescription medications consistent with established levels and storage procedures. Conducts periodic audit and notify supervisor of reordering requirements. Checks and stores prepackaged medications received from the central warehouse; restock shelves and maintain neat appearance of inventory and work area.
Balances daily revenue transactions by totaling cash register and counting cash, checks and credit card receipts to reconcile total sales. Reviews inconsistencies with appropriate personnel and reconcile total as needed. Summarized transaction data on daily cash report, packages money, prepares bank deposit and places in specified location for pickup.
Assists supervisor in coordinating the workflow and activities of Pharmacy Clerks. Provides direction, guidance and assistance to ensure effective services based on patient volume and staffing. Monitors cashiering functions to ensure appropriate security and controls. Assists supervisor in resolving daily operations problems. Performs the responsibilities of a Pharmacy Clerk, as required. Must stand for prolonged periods of time during the day.

COMPLIANCE LANGUAGE: Supports compliance and Kaiser Permanent's Code of Conduct by adhering to federal and state laws and regulations, accreditation and license requirements, by policies and procedures. Responds appropriately to observed fraud and abuse. Functional and Environmental Factors available upon request.

- Kaiser Permanente is an AA/EEO employer -

Additional Information
RegionColorado
Bargaining UnitSEIU - Local 105
FacilityLongmont
ShiftVariable
BenefitedN
Employee ReferralN
Area of InterestPharmacy - Outpatient Pharmacist
State/CityCO, Longmont

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