DESCRIPTION

Under supervision, positions in this title serve in different capacities. As Pharmacy Technician, assists the pharmacist in the preparation of medications for patient use (oral and parenteral) according to established procedures; assist in the distribution of medications; performs computer order entry, record keeping, and billing functions; maintain inventory levels; Will perform assigned operational duties in a scheduled area and will assist pharmacists in completing medication orders and related distribution duties in the assigned areas. Assists the pharmacy department in the preparation of claims for reimbursement and obtaining authorizations for prescription medications dispensed from the department's outpatient pharmacies according to established procedures; performs assigned operational duties in a scheduled area. This position also has leadership responsibility that involve coordinating work assignments, schedules, coaching and mentoring other staff.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Pharmacy Technician License issued by the California State Board of Pharmacy.

• Must have two to five (2 - 5) years of previous (retail) Pharmacy Tech experience.

• Proven knowledge of pharmacy terminology and calculations.

• Strong computer experience and accurate data entry skills.

• Excellent detail and organizational skills to sort, file and retrieve information.

• Demonstrated ability to manage assigned workload within deadlines.

• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

• Strong ability to communicate clearly verbally and in writing and be able to articulate complex ideas for all levels of audiences.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Computer experience and accurate data entry skills.
• Cash handling experience.
• Bilingual.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.