Pharmacy Technician jobs in Georgia

SUMMARY

This non-exempt position under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist, performs a variety of technical activities relating to the preparation, packaging and distribution of pharmaceutical products.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES PERFORMED:

• Packages products and prepares them for delivery to nursing centers.
• Answers incoming telephone calls and responds to customer and long-term care staff requests.
• Places orders for pharmaceutical products utilizing an automated pharmaceutical computer ordering system and establishes patient charges; expedites emergency orders as needed.
• Manages infusion medication, infusion preparation supply and infusion pump inventories. 
• Replenishes stock and maintains IV emergency box;  restocks and replenishes supplies; conducts inventories in accordance with established guidelines.
• Maintains pharmaceutical related records, files, and patient profiles.
• Complies with all HIPAA policies specifically relating to patient confidentiality and release of information; maintains strict confidentiality on all client information; attends staff in-services and training.

REQUIREMENTS:

To be considered for this opportunity applicants must have:

• High School graduation or equivalent (GED) and one (1) year infusion related pharmacy experience; preferred. 
• Must have a Pharmacy Technician license in good standing from the State of Georgia. 
  
• Certification as a Pharmacy Technician desirable, but not required. 
• Some knowledge of Federal and State laws in regulating the practice of pharmacy.
• Some skill in using pharmaceutical apparatus, instruments and equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret written instructions.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks with sustained attention and care.
• Must be able to demonstrate typing and computer terminal use proficiency; including data entry (preferred).
• Ability to effectively communicate and present information in a clear and concise manner, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow associates, administrators, patients and families, and the general public.
• EEO / M/ F/ D/ V/ Drug-Free Workplace