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Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Job Description:

Working under the supervision of a pharmacist, the Pharmacy Technician will assist the Pharmacist in providing pharmaceutical care for all of our customers.  The Technician is responsible for entering information into the computer correctly, collecting proper payments, using proper phone etiquette.  The Technician will also prepare and mix sterile preparations, unit dose, prescriptions, and injectable medications.  The Technician will maintain supplies and respond to patient, internal and external customer requests.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Obtaining accurate information from customers including personal and insurance information, and efficiently entering information into the computer system.

2. Assisting the pharmacist in filling prescriptions by counting the correct number or filling the right amount of liquid as required.

3. Performs data entry, charge functions, insurance information in the computer for all customers as needed. Operates cash register and performs transactions with proper receipts to patients.

4. Prepares and maintains accurate records for all medications including narcotics and alcohol.

5. Provides customer service, skilled at appropriate use of communication systems.

6. Maintains supplies in pharmacy (including rotating stock, inventory, expensing, delivery).

7. Participates in providing customer service to patients and other Gundersen Health System departments.

8. Assists with maintaining cleanliness in department, guaranteeing sterility with appropriate measures.

9. Provides 1:1 training for new employees.

10. Performs other job-related responsibilities as requested.

11. Adheres to regular and predictable attendance.
12. Personally interacts, engages with and cares for patients.
13. Ensures patient safety.

SCOPE OF THE JOB

Age Specific Population Served:

Nonage Specific (N/A)
 

OSHA Category

Category III - No employees in this job title have a reasonably anticipated risk of occupational exposure to blood and/or other potentially infectious materials.
 

Education and Learning:

Required

High School Diploma or equivalency 

Desired

Post High School education in a specialized field:  Pharmacy Technician Technical School Program 
 

Work Experience:

Required

1 year work experience in the service sector.

Desired

1 year related healthcare experience in a general support or service area, requiring basic pharmacy knowledge and skills.

 

License and Certifications:

Required

Must be registered with the Wisconsin Dept. of Safety & Professional Services (WIRPHT) and must have Certified Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPHT)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/DEMANDS OF THE POSITION

Walking/Standing Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)

Stooping/Bending Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)

Repetitive Actions - Fine Manipulation Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)

Lifting - Floor to Waist Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours) Number of lbs 25-50

Lifting - Waist to Overhead Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours) Number of lbs 25-50

Lifting – Other Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours) Number of lbs 25-50 Push/Pull (Static Force) Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours)

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (as in typical office or administrative work).

If you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact the recruiter listed below:

Primary Recruiter:

Steve Crager

Recruiter Email Address:

sscrager@gundersenhealth.org

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