OUTPATIENT PHARMACY TECH AT HIGHLAND PARK PHARMACY (FT- 0.9 FTE)

This is a full time Pharmacy Technician position at Highland Park Pharmacy in the Bozeman Health complex. We need someone that is available to work Monday through Friday 8 : 30am to 6pm and as needed on Saturday 8 : 45am to 3 : 15pm.

Needs to have excellent customer service and be able to stand for 8 to 10 hours a day.

Position Summary :

The Pharmacy Technician supports the outpatient pharmacies and / or Pharmacist-Led Centralized Prescription Refill Service to provide patients with safe and prompt pharmaceutical care.

The Pharmacy Technician is a Nationally Certified Pharmacy Technician or Technician in Training licensed by the Montana Board of Pharmacy.

Pharmacy Technicians are trained and competent in all outpatient duties.

Minimum Qualifications :

Required

• High School Diploma
• At least 18 years of age
• Acquire Montana License for Tech in Training within 30-days of hire

Preferred

• National Certification as Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) upon hire OR ability to become certified within one year of obtaining a Technician in Training license
• 1 year of Pharmacy Technician experience

Essential Job Functions :

In addition to the essential functions of the job listed below, employees must have on-time completion of all required education as assigned per DNV requirements, Bozeman Health policy, and other registry requirements.

• Essential Job Functions for Technician - Outpatient Pharmacy :
• Assist pharmacist in prescription dispensing and providing quality pharmaceutical care to patients.
• Assist pharmacist with all aspects of outpatient pharmacy operations. Including safe and accurate prescription filling, entering prescription information and patient information into information system, labeling and charging for prescriptions and over the counter items.
• Answers telephone and assists customers, including helping with OTC products and entering charges and credits.
• Operate POS system, performs a variety of data entry and report generating tasks.
• Adjudicate and reconcile patient accounts and insurance billing.
• Work at Highland Park Pharmacy and, on occasion Big Sky Pharmacy as needed for the daily operations of the Pharmacies.
• Maintain adequate drug inventories, controlled substances and supplies to meet dispensing needs.
• Maintain pharmacy standards and performs other duties as assigned to meet the needs of the department and organization.
• Essential Job Functions for Technician - Centralized Prescription Refill Service :
• Assist the pharmacist in the review of necessary clinical information in order to approve prescription refills under the collaborative practice agreement.
• Review patient medication histories within the electronic health record to provide necessary information to the pharmacist to make appropriate clinical decisions.
• Performs audit and quality improvement tasks as assigned by pharmacy leadership.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrates sound judgement, patience and maintains a professional demeanor at all times.
• Ability to work varied shifts in a busy and stressful environment.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Exercises tact, discretion, sensitivity and maintains confidentiality.
• Computer applications, MS Office, internet applications and standard office equipment.
• Maintain competency with electronic health records.

Physical Requirements

Lifting, Pushing, and Pulling : Support 50 pounds of weight (patient, assist with bedside needs, etc.) Lift 50 pounds (pick up a child, transfer a patient, etc.

Carry equipment / supplies. Use upper body strength (CPR, physically restrain patient, etc.)

• Extended Hours : The role may involve working for extended periods, requiring sitting, walking, or standing for eight or more hours daily.
• Flexible Schedule : The position may necessitate working beyond a standard 40-hour workweek, including weekends and after-hours shifts.
• On-Call Availability : On-call work may be required to respond to organizational and patient needs promptly.
• Effective Communication : Proficient in effective communication, both in person and through various technologies.
• Handling Challenging Situations : The role may involve dealing with upset individuals, requiring the ability to de-escalate situations and work effectively with frustrated patients or families.
• Repetitive Tasks : Ability to perform repetitive tasks as needed to fulfill job responsibilities.

Exposures

Tasks Include Potential Exposure : Job tasks may involve exposure to :

• Bloodborne pathogens, such as blood, bodily fluids, or tissues.
• Radiation in settings where medical imaging procedures are performed
• Various chemicals and medications used in healthcare settings. Job tasks may involve handling cleaning products, disinfectants, and other substances.
• Infectious diseases due to contact with patients in areas that may have contagious illnesses
• Emotionally challenging situations, such as dealing with distressed patients or difficult family interactions.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to the job classification.

They are not to be construed as a contract of any type nor an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by individuals so classified.

77386080 Retail Pharmacy - Highland Park