Pharmacy Technician
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Overview
Job Description
The mission of The Los Angeles Cancer Network is to provide unparalleled care to each patient that comes through our doors. We offer individualized treatment using the most recent and relevant proven advances in cancer care, curated with deliberation and compassion. LACN is committed to educating and supporting our patients and their families through every step of the way. We deliver a unique approach for every patient to ensure they receive treatment best suited to their condition, age, and other important factors. We do this by participating in important clinical research, encouraging screenings for early detection, and providing innovative treatment. We are proud to be at the forefront of cancer research through our partnership with OneOncology.
Why Join Us? We are looking for talented and highly-motivated individuals who demonstrate a natural desire to support the meaningful work of community oncologists and the patients we serve.
Job Description:
The Pharmacy Technician will perform all responsibilities independently under the supervision of an oncology pharmacist. Responsibilities include entering prescriptions, calculating doses, dispensing hazardous and non-hazardous medications, coordinating deliveries, aiding patients with financial assistance programs, maintaining inventory, prior authorizations, resolving insurance issues, and collaborating with staff to complete various tasks in the dispensary.
Responsibilities
Accurately enter prescription information.
Contact prescribers to clarify orders and/or prescriptions.
Use mathematical calculations and metric conversions to determine accurate medication quantities.
Select proper medication strength and vial size to reduce drug waste.
Select and dispense accurate medications.
Correctly label medications.
Handle hazardous and non-hazardous oral, topical, and parenteral medications.
Prepare medications for delivery.
Organize and maintain medication and supply inventories.
Perform inventory control duties, including ordering, receiving, stocking, exchanging, and returning medications and supplies.
Ensure medications are appropriately stored.
Resolve insurance issues.
Complete medication prior to authorizations.
Aid patients with financial assistance programs.
Responsible for appropriate EMR documentation and communication with staff.
Follow Federal, State, and local laws and regulations.
Follow organizational policies and procedures.
Train new staff.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Key Competencies
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Demonstrates exceptional assessment, critical thinking, and customer service skills.
Ability to seek out resources independently and work collaboratively.
Ability to collaborate, set priorities, and organize work to meet deadlines, ensuring compliance with established processes, policies, and regulations.
Ability to multitask efficiently.
Ability to communicate clearly with patients, families, visitors, healthcare team, physicians, administrators, leadership, and others.
Qualifications
California Certified Pharmacy Technician license that is current and in good standing.
1+ year(s) of experience in Specialty Pharmacy or In-Office Dispensary.
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong attention to detail.
Strong organizational skills.
Bilingual: Fluent in English and Armenian
Salary Transparency:
Exact compensation may vary based on skills, education, certifications, experience, and location. Hourly Rate: $22.00 per hour to $30 per hour
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