Pharmacy Technician

JOB PURPOSE:

Prepares medications under the direction of the pharmacist.  May measure, mix, count, package, label and record amounts and dosages of medications.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS, DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

•    Pulls correct medication form shelf and scans against prescription label for accuracy.

•    Packages medication in appropriate container for correct dispensing system.

•    Mixes pharmaceutical preparations according to written orders.

•    Labels medication container with correct prescription label and necessary auxiliary labels.

•    Cleans and helps maintain equipment and work areas.

•    Replenishes medications in emergencies, refrigerator, and controlled substances boxes accordingly.

•    Prints delivery manifests and places in correct delivery tote.

•    Locks delivery tote when ready for delivery; ensures totes are loaded to delivery vehicle.

•    Unpacks items returned in totes and forwards to appropriate department.

•    Pulls stickers for reorder items and forwards them to Inventory Manager.

•    Places received stock on shelves accurately.

•    Keeps medication storage area clean and free of dust and clutter.

•    Completes and documents all assigned medication storage area inspections at least monthly.

•    Identifies and replaces outdated or unusable medications.

•    Generates reports and labels as required.

•    Maintains logs, records and other required documentation accurately.

•    Collects data, conducts operations checklists and quality monitors and completes documentation as assigned.

•    Assists in training new partners as required.

•    Maintain TCGRx equipment.

•    Replenishes AdvantageRx containers.

•    Fills AdvantageRx trays.

•    Operations AdvantageRx dispensing equipment including ATP-384, InSpectRx and Corrector.