Pharmacy Tech II (Cert)

Company: Finger Lakes Health
Location: Geneva
Posted on: June 25, 2022

Job Description:

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• POSITION SUMMARY:
  • Working under the supervision of the Pharmacist, the Pharmacy Tech II performs the technical and manual tasks involved with receiving, storing, preparing, repackaging and distribution of medications and supplies. Assists the pharmacist with other duties as necessary.
  • ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
    • Responsible for assisting the Pharmacist in the preparation of medication doses for delivery to patient areas. Prepares medications for: Filling orders, Refill lists, Floor stock requisitions, and automated dispensing cabinets. Delivers medications to patient area by appropriate means. Uses available technology to promote safety and well being of customers served.
    • Responsible for the repackaging of drug products, including the maintenance of kits or other special packaging. Adheres to labeling and documentation requirements prescribed by regulations.
    • Places orders into inventory upon receipt, ensuring proper control at all times. Inspects all medication storage areas per policy with 100% completion each month. Requests replacement stock in quantities reasonable for patient care, using the want book. Rotates inventory to reduce waste.
    • Responsible for maintaining a safe environment by keeping areas neat and clean. Performs monthly inspections of Pharmacy areas. Places inventory into proper locations using available technology and knowledge of safe medication practices.
    • Responsible for performing billing of patient drug charges and credits. Charges all floor stock items at the time of fill. Processes errant charges and credits in a timely manner. Participates in performance improvement functions. Ensures that all confidential materials are handled in an appropriate manner.
    • Performs other duties as assigned.
    • QUALIFICATIONS:
      • EDUCATION:
        • Minimum:
          • High school diploma or GED.
          • Preferred:
            • Completion of Medical Terminology course and/or related college course completion.
            • 
              LICENSE:
            • 
              PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS:
              • Minimum:
                • Current Pharmacy Technician Certification, or attainment within a maximum of 12 months of hire.
                • 
                  WORK EXPERIENCE:
                  • Preferred:
                    • Experience in a pharmacy or other healthcare setting.
                    • 
                      SKILLS:
                      • Minimum:
                        • Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team to complete work with a high degree of efficiency and accuracy.
                        • Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with discretion and ability to deal with the people in a professional and courteous manner.
                        • Ability to meet deadlines, manage multiple priorities and enhance the spirit of teamwork through effective role modeling.
                        • Excellent interpersonal, communication and organization skills.
                        • Computer literacy
                        • Preferred:
                          • Experience with Microsoft Office products and electronic medical record"
                            Location: Finger Lakes Health - Pharmacy
                            Schedule: Full Time, Day/Evening

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