ESSENTIAL DUTIES, FUNCTIONS, & RESPONSIBILITIES
PHARMACY TECHNICIAN TRAINEE
1. Check pharmacy stock to ensure that proper levels are maintained, stock is rotated, and medications are stored properly.
2. Outdate drugs on a monthly basis and document completion.
3. Check and record refrigerator temperature twice a day (8AM and 4PM). Document on vaccine storage sheet and ensure temperature is between 36 and 46F.
4. Perform cash register duties, including logging in to the system and scanning out prescriptions for patient signature and pick up. Handle copayments when appropriate.
5. Restock vials, caps, bags, and other supplies as needed.
6. Learn ordering system and appropriate accounts to order under.
7. Learn appropriate drug storage areas.
8. Receive, order, unpack, and put away drug shipments.
9. Maintain order and cleanliness of Pharmacy area.
10. Answer phone calls and direct to appropriate personnel.
11. Check eyewash station weekly and document.
12. Prepare prescription for dispensing (count and pour).
13. Complete the Bois Forte employer-based training program that consists of a minimum of 240 hours worked in a one-year period and complete Mosby’s Pharmacy Technician Principles and Practice within 6 months of hire.
14. As an employee of the Bois Forte Reservation, will follow the Bois Forte Procurement Policy and any other applicable procurement requirements when obtaining goods and/or services for the Bois Forte Band of Chippewa.
15. Other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor.
PHARMACY TECHNICIAN
MUST ALSO:
16. Obtain drug history from pharmacy records.
17. Check in patients at pharmacy counter and direct all problems, refills, or denials to appropriate personnel.
18. Take refill requests in person at pharmacy window and off pharmacy refill line.
19. Enter prescriptions into the computer.
20. Prepare prescriptions for medication refills.
21. Reconstitute antibiotic suspensions and measure water.
22. Create and submit drug orders correctly under specific accounts.
23. Create and submit return orders for unneeded medications.
24. Package and ship expired medications through reverse distributor company.
25. Responsible for billing the different insurance companies for pharmaceutical items.
26. Reconcile cash drawer and print daily reports.
27. Complete 20 hours of continuing education every 2 years and submit to the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy by July 31st of odd numbered years.
28. Handle daily deposits.
29. Other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor.
CERTIFIED PHARMACY TECHNICIAN
MUST ALSO:
30. Train technician trainee and technician as directed by pharmacist.
31. Access appropriate computer systems (i.e.: Epic, Ability, MN ITS) for insurance and tribal information.
32. Complete and obtain new insurance contracts for all four pharmacies as needed.
33. Complete an additional 20 hours of CE, with 1 hour each required to be in pharmacy law and patient safety and submit to the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board every 2 years.
34. Other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor.
MINIMUM MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS
Experience: Pharmacy Technician Trainee
Pharmacy Technician
- Six (6) months related experience.
Certified Pharmacy Technician
- More than one (1) year of related experience.
Education: Pharmacy Technician Trainee
- High school diploma or GED.
Pharmacy Technician and Certified Pharmacy Technician
- Completion of a pharmacy technician training program from an accredited institution or an employer-based program.
License/Certification: Pharmacy Technician Trainee
Pharmacy Technician
- MN Board of Pharmacy Registered Technician License.
Certified Pharmacy Technician
- MN Board of Pharmacy Registered Technician License.
- Certification obtained through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB).
Mandatory Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Qualifications: Pharmacy Technician Trainee
- Knowledge of accounting, recordkeeping, and filing for the purpose of performing stock management functions.
- Knowledge of physical, psychological, and behavioral characteristics pertaining to the various age groups for which care is provided.
- Must be able to maintain registration with the MN Board of Pharmacy and complete continuing education requirements.
- Must have organizational skills and basic math skills.
- Basic operation of a workstation (turning on/off, knowledge of basic functions and components) and general office equipment. Use/storage/maintenance of multiple usernames and passwords. Computer-related problem-solving skills using available training and help desk.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.), internet software, and appropriate storage of electronic files.
- Ability to perform duties as assigned.
- A record of satisfactory performance in all prior and current employment as evidenced by positive employment references from previous or current employers.
Pharmacy Technician
- MUST ALSO POSSESS:
- Knowledge of pharmaceutical products, pharmacy practices, and mathematics for the purpose of assisting registered pharmacists in the preparation of prescriptions.
- Specialized skills and knowledge of technical pharmaceutical work and a thorough
- Knowledge of the routines and procedures of the pharmacy.
- Knowledge of the pharmacy software system with ability to complete data entry and filling of all prescriptions.
Certified Pharmacy Technician
- MUST ALSO POSSESS:
- Ability to demonstrate their knowledge in medication safety and effective patient care.
- Thorough knowledge of pharmacology and medications, pharmacy law, patient safety, and quality assurance.
- Ability to work efficiently on their own in a telepharmacy setting.
Pay: From $17.01 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
