PHARMACY TECHNICIAN I

• High School Diploma or GED (per state requirements)
• Pharmacy Technician license/certification/registration (per state requirements)
• National Certification preferred (PTCB)
• APhA Pharmacy-Based Immunization Administration by Pharmacy Tehcnicians certification preferred

JOB KNOWLEDGE:

• 1+ years of related experience (technical knowledge/skills may substitute for experience) preferred
• Basic computer skills required, with ability to learn new software systems
• Basic math skills and ability to calculate medication dosages, quantities and volumes
• Ability to work independently and deliver to deadlines
• Great attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment working on multiple tasks simultaneously, while adhering to strict deadlines
• Quality minded; motivated to seek out errors and inquire about inaccuracies

ATTRIBUTES:

• Work Ethic/Integrity - must possess intrinsic drive to excel coupled with values in line with company philosophy
• Strategy and Planning - ability to think ahead, plan and manage time efficiently
• Problem Solving - ability to analyze causes and solve problems at both a strategic and functional level
• Team Oriented - ability to work effectively and collaboratively with all team members

• Prepare prescription orders by entering prescription data, verifying information, and pulling appropriate prescriptions from inventory.
• Apply labels to medication packaging, scan and assemble into appropriate bins in an accurate and timely manner.
• Alert pharmacist on duty of any medication that is not scanning properly.
• Participate in training and development activities to gain proficiency in other Data Entry & Fulfillment workflow areas.
• Communicate inventory needs to ensure adequate supply of medication available to complete all orders.
• Assist in maintaining inventory at appropriate levels, including removing expired or unused meds, marking used bottles and keeping inventory neat and arranged in-order. May assist in physical inventory.
• Consistently meet pharmacy's established accuracy and productivity levels.
• Work collaboratively with other supervisors/functional areas to keep work flowing smoothly and efficiently. This may require supporting MDH's Inpatient Pharmacy, when needed.
• Maintain clean and orderly workstation. Put medications away and replenish all stock supplies needed.
• Resolve insurance-related issues, including prior authorizations, and providing patient support with various forms of financial assistance.
• Off-site visits to clinics, delivery locations, long-term care facilities, sister pharmacies, other departments, or community events may be required to facilitate timely patient care and community outreach.
• Comply with local, state, and federal laws, regulations, and policies pertaining to the dispensing of prescription medications.
• Other essential functions and duties may be assigned as needed.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including rotating nights, rotating weekends, and rotating holidays.