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PHARMACY TECHNICIAN in Macomb, Illinois at McDonough District Hospital

NewSalary: $17.87 - $27.45/hrJob Function: Medical
McDonough District Hospital
Macomb, Illinois, 61455, United States
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Job Description

PHARMACY TECHNICIAN

  • Expected pay for this position is $17.87-$27.45. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity.
  • MDH Benefits package includes:
    • Medical, Dental, Vision
    • 457B and employer match for FT Employees
    • Company paid STD and LTD
  • Job Summary
    • The pharmacy technician will work closely with patients to deliver a full continuum of medication adherence. Encourages to utilize the community pharmacy to fully benefit from its superior patient care services.

  • Job Specifications
    • EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
      • 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


    • ABILITIES, INTERESTS AND TEMPERAMENTS:
      • 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.

Job Location

Macomb, Illinois, 61455, United States

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