Pharmacy Service Clerk jobs in Alexandria, LA

Job Title: Pharmacy Technician

Department: Pharmacy

Reports to: Pharmacist in Charge

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

About Us

The Pharmacy seeks to provide the best possible outcomes for the patients it serves. We follow the same mission every day, “To see our business through the eyes of our customer, to exceed their expectations, and to provide the greatest selection and value in their pharmacy needs.” We feel it is our responsibility to our customers, referral sources, clinicians, insurers, and most importantly, our patients, that positive healthcare outcomes are achieved and a true value has been received.

Summary

Fills medication orders and prescriptions, prepares labels, calculates quantities, and assembles other pharmaceutical therapies.

Responsibilities

• Assists in preparing and dispensing medication by filling unit dose cards with prescribed tablets and capsules, and affixing labels for proper identification of patient and medication to unit dose cards, bottles, boxes, etc.
• May be required to use their professional judgement to ensure the Medication Administration Record (MAR) chart produced is accurate, current, and meets the standards established by the pharmacy
• Mindful of pharmacy inventory by checking pharmaceutical stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed medications and supplies; placing and expediting orders; verifying receipt; removing outdated drugs and responding to questions regarding the availability of medications
• Receives and stores incoming medications and supplies
• Performs computer order entry function
• Cleans equipment and glassware according to prescribed methods
• Assists in preparing medication deliveries to facilities
• Complies with HIPAA regulations
• Complies with company Corporate Compliance Program
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Completion of a structured Pharmacy Technician Training Program approved by the State Board of Pharmacy
• Current Pharmacy Technician License issued by Board of Pharmacy and in good standing
• Above average mathematical and medical terminology skills preferred
• Technology and computer skills in addition to experience with Microsoft Office applications preferred.
• A strong work ethic with attention to accuracy
• Uses good judgement and independent decision-making
• May have to work overtime with little or no notice as needed.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, The Pharmacy will recruit and select applicants for employment solely on the basis of their qualifications. Our Practices and Procedures, including those relating to wages, benefits, transfers, promotions, terminations and self-development opportunities, will be administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status and all other classes protected by the Federal and State Government. Drug Free Employer.EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability

Job Type: Full-time

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

License/Certification:

• Certified Pharmacy Technician license (Required)

Work Location: In person