Pharmacy Technician - Part Time
CLASSIFICATION: Technical-Service
JOB FAMILY: Campus Operations
JOB CODE: 8565-0001
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
JOB TITLE DEFINITION:
Pharmacy Technicians dispense prescriptions and over the counter medication under the supervision of a Pharmacist.
SAMPLE WORK ACTIVITIES:
- Process and fill prescriptions; input required information into computer system; generate label
- Ensure proper medication is dispensed; use counting machines, trays, spatulas, etc. for final inspection by Pharmacist
- Respond to patient inquiries; review patient file to verify information such as identification number, known allergies, date of birth, patient eligibility status, etc.
- Operate robotic dispensing system by adding medications, vials and labels; calibrate and set the flow rates; clean and sanitize the machine as required
- Retrieve and process prescriptions from the voice response and web-based prescription refill system
- Receive shipments of medications and supplies; verify quantities and store items in stockroom or pharmacy; report discrepancies
- Check medications for expiration dates; remove items near expiration date and handle according to established practices; maintain log of disposed medications
- Process orders from all University campus locations and various University departments; generate billing statement and mail medications; answer inquiries regarding these orders
- Process third party insurance claims; operate cash register; enter charges to student accounts
REQUIREMENTS: May require Pharmacy Technician Certification