Pharmacy Technician

Sterling Health Solutions, Inc.

Job Description

Title: Pharmacy Technician

Supervisor(s): Director of Pharmacy

Department: Pharmacy

Classification: Hourly non-exempt

Effective Date: November 15, 2017

Job Summary

Assists in providing pharmacy services to Sterling Health Solution’s clinic patients. Reports directly to the Director of Pharmacy. Frequent standing or walking for extended periods of time. Periodically lifts and carries items up to 30 lbs. Requires eye-hand coordination, manual dexterity, and the ability to read prescriptions and comprehend certain prescription abbreviations. Frequent exposure to communicable disease, toxic substances, medicinal preparations, and other conditions common to medical environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Assists in dispensing of prescriptions by mixing suspensions, counting tablets or pouring liquids under pharmacists’ supervision.
2. Being familiar with correct prescription terminology used.
3. Checks all prescriptions for completeness of information. Verifies patient information and proper physician authorization.
4. Enters patient data and prescription information into computer system.
5. Prepares prescription labels.
6. Assists with inventory control of medications and supplies. Helps order supplies and medications. Receives and shelves medications. Checks regularly for outdated medications.
7. Provides non-drug information to patients and answers simple inquiries.
8. Operates cash register and performs transactions.
9. Cleans pharmacy equipment, and work area.
10. Attends required meetings and participates in meetings as requested.
11. Participates in staff development and educational activities.
12. Maintains patient confidentiality.
13. Other duties as assigned.

Performance Requirements:

Knowledge of pharmaceutical and related medical technology.

Knowledge of medical safety standards and working with pharmaceutical substances.

Knowledge of prescription drugs and the dispensing function to check for correctness.

Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public.

Ability to read and interpret prescription information.

Ability to read, understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Ability to perform arithmetical computations and use other pharmaceutical calculations.

Ability to communicate clearly.

Ability to learn and understand the 340B drug pricing program.

Credentials and Experience

• Education: Graduation from high school or GED
• One year pharmacy experience preferred.
• Certified Pharmacy Technician preferred but not required.

Special Requirements

Requires sitting, standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Requires working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours. Requires frequent exposure to communicable diseases, body fluids, toxic substances, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a clinic environment. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Ability to work with a moderate noise level in the work environment is required. Ability to travel periodically in-state and out-of-state.

The above information is intended to describe the most important aspects of the job. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required in order to perform the work. The health center reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the business need arises. Additionally, this job description is not intended as an employment contract, implied or otherwise, and the Center continues to maintain its status as an at-will employer.

If the essential functions of this position cannot be performed in a satisfactory manner by the employee, reasonable accommodations may be made.