Certified Pharmacy Technician

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Job Type

Full-time

Description

Are you looking to join a company that makes a difference? Do you want to be part of an organization with a commitment to an inclusive and supportive culture? Do you enjoy company-wide staff events with opportunities for team building and getting to know your co-workers? Join our team of compassionate, empathetic, and dedicated staff!

With a career at Riveon Mental Health and Recovery, you'll partner with a talented group of individuals in a team atmosphere, including a supportive and knowledgeable leadership team. You'll also have access to a wealth of opportunities for your personal growth and development.

We value our team members and provide an excellent total rewards package of benefits and perks designed to be customizable to your specific needs.

Our Total Rewards Package - What We Offer:

• Inclusive Culture with a Team Atmosphere

• Collaborative environment dedicated to clinical excellence

• Company-Wide All Staff Events - have fun while Teambuilding

• Wellness Programs and Activities

• Up to 41 days off per year (32 days of paid time off plus 9 paid holidays)

• Paid Bereavement Leave

• Paid Jury Duty Time

• Parental Leave

• Company Supported Continuing Education & Certification

• PPO & HDHP Health Plan Options

• Flexible Dental & Vision Plan Options

• Company funded Health Savings Account

• Company-Sponsored FSA and DSA Tax Savings Accounts

• 100% Company Paid EAP Emotional Well-Being Support

• 100% Company Paid Life Insurance and AD&D

• 100% Company Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance

• 100% Company Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance

• Added Value Benefits including:

• Critical Illness Plans for Employee and Family

• Accident Plans for Employee and Family

• Identity Theft Plans for Employee and Family

• Pet Insurance

• Short-Term Disability Plan

• Whole and Term Voluntary Life Plans for Employee and Family

• Voluntary AD&D Plans for Employee and Family

• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Match

• Access to Personal Financial Advisor

• Generous Team Member Referral Bonus Program

• License and Certification Reimbursement

• License Testing Fee Reimbursement

• Annual Tuition Reimbursement

• Travel Expense Reimbursement

• On-Site Pharmacy

• Casual Dress Code

• Shift Differentials and On-Call Stipends

• Stipend for Bilingual, Spanish-Speaking

Pay range: $16.12 - $19.65 per hour

Placement within the pay scale is commensurate with experience and qualifications

POSITION PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES

The Certified Pharmacy Technician will work directly under a pharmacist. Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

1. Coordinate with Case Managers, Nurses, and Psychiatrists/Nurse Practitioners to ensure quality care for clients.

2. Process prescription claims through all steps of pharmacy workflow including data entry, insurance billing, production, and pickup.

3. Manage pharmacy inventory to maintain adequate stock levels.

4. Deliver medication to clients in the community.

5. Maintain a high level of customer service.

6. Manage Central Pharmacy Pickup Station and associated documentation.

7. Prepare compliance packaging

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Adhere to/follow the processes laid out for the Central Pharmacy program.
• Conduct end of the day tasks, daily reports and register balancing.
• Prepare compliance packaging.
• Follow mail out processes when mailing RXs to patients.
• Conduct the processes for data entry, billing, and packaging of RXs.
• Provide professional customer service to all customers.
• At Rx intake, verify the name and address of patient, inquire about allergies, insurance information, and verify legibility of the prescriber's name.
• Process/alert others to process RXs in a timely manner.
• Process pharmacy calls as appropriate.
• Complete and process third-party documents.
• File prescription books, new prescriptions, and patient profiles.
• Follow Rx pickup processes for patients such as verifying IDs and collecting payments.
• Process insurance claims info and check for program eligibility if applicable.
• Replenish supplies as needed.
• Process incoming shipments from vendors to ensure receipt of all invoiced items.
• Check incoming stock for appropriate "shelf life" remaining before expiration.
• Record refrigerator and freezer temperatures daily on the Temp-log.
• Alert PIC or/and pharmacist on duty if temperature goes out of range for USP storage conditions.
• Report any issues or concerns to the Lead Pharmacy Technician and / or Pharmacy Director immediately for consideration and resolution.
• Clean pharmacy shelves, work areas and maintain pharmacy premises in a satisfactory state of cleanliness.
• Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with (HIPAA).
• Process all filing and bookkeeping functions as deemed necessary by the pharmacist.
• Consult regularly with the lead Pharmacy Tech, PIC and pharmacists for the purpose of expediting the processing of prescriptions.
• Utilize respectful, trauma-informed language in all aspects of the job.
• Promote and support Trauma Informed Care implementation and initiatives within the organization.
• Has/Maintains a good on-time and attendance record.
• Input all information needed in the pharmacy system in a timely manner.
• Conduct other tasks as assigned.

Requirements

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

Must be well acquainted with the characteristics of common medications. Must be well versed in pharmacy billing systems and methods of payments. Must have excellent customer service skills and conduct one's self professionally at all times. Must have very good communication skills, verbal and written. Must comply with all Agency and Pharmacy policies, procedures and processes, including HIPAA.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Must be able to successfully interact face to face with the clients/public. This individual may periodically be required to lift and/or carry up to 20 pounds. Must be able to physically stock shelves above eye level and below waist level. There may be need to push and pull items weighing less than 30 pounds. Due to the extensive computer work this individual must be able to sit for extended periods of time and operate required equipment.

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS

Certification as a Pharmacy Technician. Experience and proficiency with computer automated pharmacy system(s) is required. Must be at least 21 years of age and must have at minimum a GED. Candidates with educational backgrounds and training in trauma-informed and/ or trauma-specific services, a plus.

Salary Description

Pay range: $16.12 - $19.65 per hour