JOB SUMMARY

Registered Pharmacy Technician provides efficient and effective distribution of prescription orders.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Obtains and fills prescription orders under supervision of the Pharmacist. Assists in inventory management, as well as monitoring and maintaining stock. Prepares and maintains logs and reports as assigned. Maintains a good understanding of 340 B policies and procedures. Maintains a working knowledge of the general chemical and physical properties of drugs handled in the pharmacy. Maintains a working knowledge of Federal and State Law governing the practice of Pharmacy and the distribution of controlled substances. Under guidelines established by the Pharmacist, the Registered Pharmacy Technician may be authorized to perform the following functions: Accepts prescriptions by telephone from a Provider. Transfers prescription information to another pharmacy. Transfers medications to patients after prescription has been prepared and processed. Assists in filling prescriptions by counting manually or with a pill counter. Manufactures, packages and labels drug products. Stocks medications properly. Adheres to the terms and conditions set forth in BSHC's corporate compliance program. Ensures confidential information in accordance with BSHC's policy and current HIPAA regulations. Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

High School Diploma or GED. Current Pharmacy Technician Licensure through the Kentucky Board of Pharmacy. Previous pharmacy experience is preferred. Maintains knowledge of pharmaceutical-medical terms, abbreviations, and symbols common to the prescribing, dispensing, and charting of medications in the organization.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT

Moderate amount of walking and standing. Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times. Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.