RESPONSIBILITIES

I. JOB SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists the pharmacist in the processing and filling of prescriptions and medication/medical supply orders. Reviews and enters orders & patient information into the pharmacy computer system. Processes and assists in the maintenance of pharmacy inventory. Performs sales transactions and provides customers/patients with information about medications, health insurance, and other health care related services. Files third-party insurance claims on paper and electronically.

II. TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Essential: standing for long periods of time, walking, stooping/bending, twisting body, finger dexterity, seeing, hearing, speaking; lifting usual weight of 3 pounds;

• Frequent: reaching above, at and below shoulder level; repetitive arm/hand motion; frequent gripping of an object.

• Occasional: lifting weight of 20 pounds; pushing/pulling usual weight of 40 pounds;

• Operates various office/pharmaceutical equipment such as typewriter, computer, copier, fax, telephones, calculator, cash register, dispensing machines, etc.

III. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Not substantially subjected to adverse environmental conditions.

• Some exposure to cold temperature from freezer.

• Exposure to noise/vibration from office/pharmacy equipment.

• Exposure to body fluids, chemicals and contact with patients with communicable diseases.

• Work environment is fast paced, crowded and may be stressful.

IV. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE:

• Completion of pharmacy technical program or on-the-job education/pharmacy work experience, preferred.

B. EXPERIENCE:

• One (1) year work experience, preferably as pharmacy technician/clerk.

• Ability to effectively communicate in English, both orally and in writing.

• Knowledge to handle cash transactions.

• Demonstrate experience in:

o Ability to be accurate and attentive to detail

o Ability to work in a high-volume, sometimes stressful environment

o Operating different machines such as computer, calculator, cash register.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Vet