I. JOB SUMMARY:
- Assists the pharmacist in the processing and filling of prescriptions and medication/medical supply orders.
- Reviews and enters orders & patient information into the pharmacy computer system.
- Processes and assists in the maintenance of pharmacy inventory.
- Performs sales transactions and provides customers/patients with information about medications, health insurance, and other health care related services.
- Files third-party insurance claims on paper and electronically.
II. TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
A. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Finger dexterity. Seeing. Hearing. Speaking.
B. MANUAL MATERIAL HANDLING:
- Infrequent: N/A
- Occasional: Lift floor to waist between 21-35 lbs. Lift waist to shoulder between 21-35 lbs. Carry between 21-35 lbs. Push and Pull between 36-50 lbs.
- Frequent: N/A
- Constant: N/A
C. NON-MANUAL MATERIAL HANDLING:
- Infrequent: N/A
- Occasional: Sit. Stoop/Bend. Kneel. Twist. Squat.
- Frequent: Reach: shoulder level. Reach: above head. Gripping.
- Constant: Stand. Walk.
III. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Not substantially subjected to adverse environmental conditions.
- Some exposure to cold temperature from freezer.
- Exposure to noise/vibration from office/pharmacy equipment.
- Exposure to body fluids, chemicals and contact with patients with communicable diseases.
- May be required to work with hazardous drugs, depending upon area of assignment.
- Work environment is fast paced, crowded and may be stressful.
IV. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A. EDUCATION:
- Completion of pharmacy technical program or on-the-job education/pharmacy work experience preferred.
B. CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE:
- Current Hawaii State certificate of registration as a Pharmacy Technician.
C. EXPERIENCE:
- One (1) year of work experience, preferably as pharmacy technician/clerk.
- Experience to demonstrate:
o Ability to handle cash transactions.
o Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
o Ability to be accurate and attentive to detail.
o Ability to work in a high-volume, sometimes stressful environment.
o Ability to operate different machines such as computer, calculator, cash register.
