Job Description

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Duties performed under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist:

Assist in the preparation and dispensing of medications Assist in the preparation of extemporaneous pharmaceuticals Accurately count and pour medications from stock containers Repackage and label products and extemporaneous doses Receive and input prescription orders into system Liaise with healthcare providers to ensure accuracy of prescription information Release refill medications and over-the-counter products in accordance with existing procedures Request new prescriptions from physicians where necessary Provide patients and customers with necessary information about their prescriptions, medications and products

Patient data management:

Collect, organize and maintain patient information and profiles Input details into prescription/patient/pharmacy data management system Maintain confidentiality of patient data

Inventory management:

Monitor and maintain inventory of medicines and pharmaceutical supplies Place orders for required inventory Receive and record medications and pharmaceutical products Process charges Package and label medications and pharmaceutical products Stock shelves

Payments:

Prepare billing details for medications Collect and process payments Complete sales transactions for prescription and over-the-counter medications and other pharmaceutical products Process insurance claims

General Duties:

Maintain work area in an organized and hygienic manner Keep pharmacy equipment clean and in good working order Ensure products and shelves are kept neat and tidy Adhere to quality assurance standards at all times

Qualifications, Education and Experience

High School Diploma Associate's Degree preferred Certification as a Pharmacy Technician often required, particularly for hospital pharmacy assistants/technicians Knowledge of sterile product preparation Knowledge of drug regulations Knowledge of medical and pharmaceutical terminology Knowledge of generic and trade names of commonly prescribed medications Experience with administrative and clerical procedures and systems Familiar with relevant computer applications

Key Skills and Competencies

Attention to detail and accuracy Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong customer-service orientation Planning and organizational skills Sound judgment and decision-making Confidentiality Team work
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $19.00 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 30 per week

Benefits:

Flexible schedule
Language:

Farsi (required)
Work Location: In person