Technician, Pharmacy-Medical Arts-Full Time

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Job Summary:

The pharmacy technician is responsible for assisting the pharmacists in all duties of a retail pharmacy, as well as supporting outside offices and facilities with any pharmaceutical needs.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Assists pharmacist in the entering of prescriptions in the computer; prepares and dispenses medication.
• Troubleshoots insurance verification issues.
• Orders pharmaceuticals and receive/stock drugs.
• Maintains licensure and certification for compliance with state regulations.
• Dispenses medications in accordance with written prescription orders and within federal and state regulations.
• Performs the duties of cashier as needed.
• Supports Mary Washington Healthcare entities such as FASC and Snowden with daily medications for inpatient and outpatient populations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School or equivalent required.
• Virginia Board of Pharmacy technician registration required.
• Previous work experience in a pharmacy setting preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills required.
• Strong mathematical skills required.
• Computer knowledge required

As an EOE/AA employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.

Required

Physical Requirements: Constant (67-100% of workday) use of arms and hands; frequent (34-66% of workday) standing, walking, and sitting; occasional (0-33% of workday) bending, stooping, and squatting; ability to lift 35 lbs.; ability to push and pull up to 20 lbs.; auditory and visual skills to include color determination.

Mental Requirements: Possesses critical thinking and analytical skills. Ability to multi-task. Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team. Capacity to cope with difficult situations. Ability to tolerate irregular hours including evenings, nights, and weekends.

Environmental Requirements and Exposure Hazards: Potential risk of exposure to radiation and toxic chemicals. Potential for exposure to bloodborne pathogens; must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment.

"It is the policy of Mary Washington Healthcare to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability who are applicants for employment or Associates."