Pharmacy Technician I, 40 hrs, Kensington

Kaiser Permanente
North Kensington, MD, US
Full-time

Job Summary :

Greets members at front desk, enters information about prescriptions into computer system, receives payment from members, and prepares medications for approval by pharmacist.

Essential Responsibilities :

  • Greets members at counter or over the telephone, verifies members eligibility status, and receives prescriptions from members for pharmaceuticals.
  • Enters prescription information into computer system and prints labels for use by pharmacist.
  • Receives payment according to terms of members plan.
  • Selects requested drugs from Baker cell dispenser or counts drugs from pharmacy shelf.
  • Attaches labels to container for review by pharmacist.
  • Reconstitutes medications by mixing with fluids.
  • Calls members to pick-up completed prescription.
  • Receives payment for over-the-counter medications and medical supplies selected by members.
  • Answers routine inquiries from members regarding health plan drug coverage, prices, and related issues.
  • Identifies situations when patient should speak with pharmacist regarding use of drugs and asks pharmacist to speak to member.
  • Performs other related duties as directed.

Basic Qualifications : Experience

N / A

Education

  • High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.
  • If Technician is not licensed prior to hire, must complete KPMAS Technician Training Program within 6 months.

License, Certification, Registration

  • Pharmacy Technician License (Maryland) within 6 months of hire
  • Pharmacist Intern License (Maryland)

Additional Requirements :

  • Knowledge of medical terminology, pharmacy nomenclature and calculations.
  • Proficiency in the use of applicable computer software.
  • Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Note that qualified technicians who meet critieria for the Tech II job position will be paid according to the Tech II pay scale.

Preferred Qualifications :

  • Minimum one (1) year of experience in pharmacy preferred.
  • 6 days ago
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