Pharmacy Technician

Job Summary
Prepares medications under the direction of a pharmacist and assists with related job duties.
The ability enter new prescriptions and refills into the pharmacy software system for pharmacist to review.

General Accountabilities
Receives and verifies written prescriptions or refill requests for accuracy - only if certified, if not this does not apply
Mixes pharmaceutical preparations according to written prescriptions.
Maintains proper storage and ensures necessary security of drugs.
Establishes and maintains patient profiles.
Answers telephones to discuss or answer patient requests or questions.
Assists patients at the pharmacy by answering simple questions, locating items or referring them to the pharmacist for medication information.
Prices and then files prescriptions that have been filled.
Receives and stores incoming drug or other related pharmacy supplies.
Verifies invoices and physical quantities received of incoming items.
Monitors medications in the pharmaceutical inventory to keep in stock medications current and disposes of outdated medications.
Works with buyer or purchasing agent to keep medications in stock to acceptable levels.
*The company reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

Job Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or equivalent
Experience: 1-2 years of related experience or vocational training
Skills
Excellent verbal and written communication

Critical thinking

Monitoring

Service orientation

Time management